Question

marcus is nervous about starting at a new school. he walks into class and looks around for an open seat. there are a few, but most of the students give off an unwelcoming vibe with their body language. then marcus spots an available seat next to a friendly - looking girl. what nonverbal communication might the girl be displaying to make marcus feel comfortable? check all that apply. ☐ she makes eye contact. ☐ she smiles. ☐ she looks away. ☐ she waves him over. ☐ she whispers to the girl next to her.

Explanation:

• She makes eye contact: Eye contact in nonverbal communication can signal friendliness and openness, helping Marcus feel acknowledged and welcome.
• She smiles: A smile is a universal nonverbal cue of friendliness and warmth, which would make Marcus feel more comfortable.
• She waves him over: This is a nonverbal invitation, showing that she wants him to sit next to her and is being welcoming.
• She looks away: Looking away would seem disinterested or unwelcoming, so it does not help Marcus feel comfortable.
• She whispers to the girl next to her: Whispering is a verbal - like action (even though it's quiet) and also would make Marcus feel excluded, so it's not a comforting nonverbal cue.

Answer:

• She makes eye contact.
• She smiles.
• She waves him over.