National Board Of Examination (NBE) Arts Practice Exam

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Crying is an example of a(an)?

  1. Abnormal grief response

  2. Emotion

  3. External response to an emotion

  4. Internal response to an emotion

The correct answer is: External response to an emotion

Crying is an external manifestation that typically occurs in response to emotions such as sadness, joy, or frustration. It involves visible, observable behavior that others can witness, thereby classifying it as an external response to an emotion. The act of crying serves as a signal to others about how a person is feeling, often facilitating social connection and support. The nature of crying as an external response distinguishes it from internal experiences related to emotion, such as feelings or thoughts, which may not be visible to others. Additionally, while crying can be associated with various emotional states, it does not inherently signify any abnormality in the grief process. Thus, it is accurately categorized as an external response, reflecting the interplay between emotional experience and observable behavior.