Aphorism: Symbolism And The Perception Of Powerless Language

Symbol: A Symbol is defined as something that represents something else. An example of this can be seen in things that represent us as people. For instance, names is a good example and represents who you are. Also, it should be noted that symbols are arbitrary, since symbols have no necessary connection to what they represent.

God Term: God terms which fall under the branch of ultimate terms carry the greatest blessing in a culture and demand sacrifice or obedience. Powerless Language: The example used in the text defines this term as when people prevent themselves from being persuasive, by mumbling words such as “um” and being nervous can cause the perception of powerless language . Aphorism: This concept is about sayings, maxims, and adages that offer advice. They can be most likely be found in economics, politics, religion, science, and of course everyday life. Which makes them persuasive and easy

In the text when the examples of the words “ guarantees that 200 of the 600 people will be saved” and then we are presented with the second version “guarantees that 400 people of the 600 people will die”. Which makes them very persuasive when choosing an answer.

2. Discuss the Power of Labeling (include 2 facets) (10 points):

The power of labeling can be seen in the the name that we were given. The name we use affects the way people treat you. It can also affect the behavior of other and how you behave also. This concept is basically the reactions we get from people and ourselves aswell from just naming things. 3. Discuss 2 types/facets of “neck down body language” (10 points):

One fact to noted fromt the text is that people who lean forward are more likely to be more convincing than those who do not lean forward. Another finding proves that people who have their arms and leg far away from their body, that this too can make them more