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“Why We Lie” (Pathways 4, Unit 9)

I. Define or give a synonym for the following key words or expressions:

spin

weave

boost

boast

drive (K)

forge (M)

consquential (O)

scam (M)

II. Discussion: Answer the questions about the article in complete sentences.

1. Are people generally good at lying? (B)

2. When (and why) did the human race start to lie? (D)

3. What does Kang Lee believe that lying demonstrates in toddlers? (F)

4. How does Lee explain the increasing complexity and skill at lying as children get older? (K)

5. Who is Frank Abagnale? (M)

6. Explain how social media “amplifies” the effectiveness of deception. (O)

7. There are FIVE experts that are cited in the article, fill out the chart with their information:

Name Profession Affiliation Research (paraphrase)


Bella DePaulo

Kang Lee

Time Levine

Robert Feldman

George Lakoff

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