Write down four facts about yourself and your background (hometown, major, profession, personal interests and activities, family history, significant memories). Two of these facts should be true, and two should be false (i.e., two “facts” are made up or lies). In a small group, present these “facts” to your classmates. While others in your group are presenting, note which “facts” you think are truths and which are lies based on the presenters' nonverbal communication. Afterwards, check the accuracy of your observations as well as which facts about you your classmates thought were false. What nonverbal signals seemed more deceptive? Were there any common deceptive expressions in the group? How did your observations align with the chapter content on deception and nonverbal communication (p. 151)?

To test how intimacy is fostered by nonverbal communication, pair up with a classmate you don't know. This activity is timed, so have a phone or watch ready to count 60 seconds. Stand face-to-face, two to three feet from each other. At the start, stare directly into each other's eyes. Hold this direct mutual gaze, without speaking, for the entire 60 seconds. Afterwards, discuss your impressions with your partner. How intimate did the shared gaze feel? Did this activity change how intimate or familiar you feel with others? How? What does this illustrate about intimacy and nonverbal expression?