Question

Read the following passage and answer the question that follows.

Body language is the physical expression of thoughts and feelings. Messages are imparted through facial expressions and body positions. Although physical contact with another person depends upon the circumstances, a gentle pat on the arm or a hand on the shoulder can provide reassurance in a tense situation. A comforting smile or firm handshake can have the same influence. Interest and enthusiasm are shown by sitting or standing straight and looking directly into another's eyes. Leaning forward a bit can indicate interest in what is being said. Open arms can also display a receptive attitude.

How does the author support the topic?

anecdotes

examples

facts

statistics

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. Examples

Step-by-step explanation:

In writing the topic, which is the issue, situation or subject a text describes can be explained by using multiple details including statements, statistical evidence, reference to other studies or resources and examples. In the case of examples, these are statements that propose instances or situations in which the topic or main idea proposed by the author of a text occur. This means examples aim at showing to the audience the ideas proposed by the author are part of real life and therefore can be seen in real life situation. In the case of the passage presented, the main topic or subject the author is writing about is "body language" and for developing this topic the author first provides a definition of the term and explains body language can occur through facial expressions, body , and physical contact, after this, the author lists real-life situation in which body language occurs and the message they transmit, this implies the author is using examples to help the audience understand the topic. Thus, the author supports the topic by using examples as the author provides real-life situations that reflect the ideas explained in the text.

Answer 2

The correct answer is B, examples.

The first sentence of the paragraph provides the main idea: that body langauge conveys thoughts and feelings. The rest of the paragraph provides examples that prove how body language conveys thoughts and feelings.

For example, the writer explains that a person can convey enthusiasm through eye contact, which is a type of body language. Leaning forward, another form of body language, conveys interest.

Therefore, the first sentence in the paragraph is supported by the examples given in every sentence that follows it.