Introduction to Human Communication - Thomasello's Theory
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What distinguishes humans from animals according to Thomasello?

  • Their behavior towards distressed human beings
  • Their dependence on others for survival
  • Their ability to destroy certain orders of beings
  • Their consciousness and choice in actions (correct)

    • Why do humans tend to understand the importance of sharing according to Steinberg and Angelopulo?

  • To assert dominance over others
  • To keep everything for themselves
  • To destroy cooperative action
  • To encourage cooperation from others (correct)

    • What do Verderber and Mauss suggest about reciprocity and giving gifts?

  • Giving gifts is a form of selfish behavior
  • People giving gifts expect something in return (correct)
  • Reciprocity is unnecessary in human interactions
  • Gifts given should never be reciprocated

    • What do humans do according to Thomasello when they understand the importance of sharing?

    <p>Seek out more cooperative action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do humans differ from animals according to the text?

    <p>Animals cannot engage in cooperative action like humans</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why do some animals comfort distressed human beings according to the text?

    <p>As a result of sensing a change in the environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What behavior do 18-month-old infants exhibit according to Tomasello's experiments?

    <p>Helping others without expecting personal gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes human altruism from that of other animals like apes?

    <p>Expectation of personal gain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main characteristic of altruism as defined in the text?

    <p>Selfless concern for others' wellbeing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can altruism potentially create tension at home according to the text?

    <p>Harming the giver in some way</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what situation can altruism put individuals in grave danger?

    <p>If many risks are involved</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What separates human behavior related to altruism from that of other primates as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Selfless concern for others' well-being</p> Signup and view all the answers

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