Match the Word or Phrase with Its Meaning

Multiple Choice

Match the word or phrase with its meaning.
-Overly critical communication

A) A biting sense of humor designed to keep people at a distance and to maintain control in a situation
B) Constantly topping the achievements of others
C) Emotional atmosphere, which encourages a free and open interaction between individuals
D) A defensive response that communicates "Do not get close to me!"
E) We retreat from a problem in a relationship
F) Behaving contrary to the way we really feel
G) Emotional atmosphere, which inhibits interaction between individuals
H) Feeling uncomfortable in a situation but feel forced to be physically present
I) Verbally judging the behavior of others in an effort to enhance own self-esteem
J) A means of making the other party conform to our way of thinking
K) Engaging in safe, nonthreatening communication that involves little risk to the communicator