Chapter 1, Problem 1.9AAC

Summary Introduction

To determine:

Whether the body language can be accurately interpreted by suggesting the attitudes that the below body movements denote:

1. Whistling, wringing hands
2. Bowed posture, twiddling thumbs
3. Steepled hands, sprawling sitting position
4. Rubbing hand through hair
5. Open hands, unbuttoned coat
6. Wringing hands, tugging ears

Introduction:

Body language is a non-verbal message which communicators recognize as being very powerful. It shows the feelings and attitudes of the senders. Even if there are no words, there is a message given by the body. Eyes, face, body all convey some message. Speakers’ true feelings can be predicted or interpreted through the eyes, body gestures, and postures.