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A new study by Elaine Chan and Jaideep Sengupta at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology revealed that flattery does work - even if the flatteree (is that a word?) knows that the compliment is insincere:What, however, of situations in which the flattery is clearly bogus - in that the recipient knows fully well that the flatterer is offering an insincere compliment, presumably driven by an ulterior motive? Instances of insincere flattery abound in marketing context - such as the salesperson who offers prospective customers profuse compliments on how an expensive outfit makes them look, or mass mailings in which hundreds of consumers are informed that they are receiving the mail because they (and they alone) possess unique attributes - such as an impeccable dress sense - which allows them to appreciate the virtues of the services or store being advertised.In cases such as these, where the prospective consumer is aware of a clear ulterior motive underlying the compliment, both research (e.g. Campbell and Kirmani 2000; Vonk 1998) and intuition suggest that recipients will discount the flattering comments and correct their otherwise favorable reactions. While in agreement with this premise, the current investigation suggests that despite such correction, a positive impact of flattery may still be observed. Specifically, we draw on recent perspectives in dual attitutes theory to predict that even after the recipient consciously discount an insincere compliment, the original positive reaction (the implicit attitude) co-exists with, rather than being replaced by, the discounted evaluation (the explicit attitude).问题完成状态：问题 11 分保存In hierarchical societies, flattery was considered dangerous because it would upset the social order.对错问题 21 分保存The blossoming of the individual made more welcome for it became a social fashion to praise the others.对错问题 31 分保存Flatteries can undermine the authenticity of praises so we no longer need them in the modern society.对错问题 41 分保存Pragmatism underlies Ben Franklin and Dale Carnegies strategies of flattering the others.对错问题 51 分保存We need flattery because such compliments can make people behave well.对错问题 61 分保存Currently, praises are often given when it is not due.对错问题 71 分保存Nobody has ever enjoyed the idea of flattery up till now.对错问题 81 分保存The higher your self-esteem, the more likely to remain immune to flattery.对错问题 91 分保存Sometimes we must praise the giving of praise because there is a lack of praise right now.对错问题 101 分保存Modern people dont care about how others view them for they are focused on their unique personality.对错问题 1110 分保存For each blank in the passage, select one word from the list of choices following the passage. Each word can be used only once. Writethe corresponding letter (for example, H) in the blank.Anew study at the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology revealed that flattery does work - even if the flattered knows that the is insincere:What, however, of situations in which the is clearly bogus - in that the recipient knows fully well that the is offering an insincere compliment, presumably driven by an ulterior motive? Instances of insincere flattery abound in marketing context - such as the who offers prospective customers profuse compliments on how an expensive outfit makes them look, or mass mailings in which hundreds of consumers are informed that they are receiving the mail because they (and they alone) possess attributes - such as an impeccable dress sense - which allows them to appreciate the virtues of the services or store being .In cases such as these, where the prospective consumer is aware of a clear ulterior motive the compliment, both research and intuition suggest that recipients will discount the comments and correct their otherwise favorable reactions. While in with this premise, the current investigation suggests that despite such correction, a positive impact of flattery may still be observed. Specifically, we draw on recent perspectives in dual attitudes theory to predict that even after the recipient consciously discount an compliment, the original positive reaction (the implicit attitude) co-exists with, rather than being replaced by, the discounted evaluation (the explicit attitude).A) flatteredI) susceptibleB) authenticityJ) uniqueC) flatteryK) underlyingD) obsessiveL) complimentE) advertisedM) accordingF) insincereN) agreementG) salespersonO)flattererH) flattering问题 121 分保存According to the article, flattery began to lose its moral stigma and become a tool of social advancement _.A.in modern age of service economyB.in the Middle AgesC.during the RenaissanceD.when puritans arrived in America问题 131 分保存According to the author, to make flattery more authentic, we can _.A.talk in general when flattering othersB.flatter people when they are not presentC.mix a bit of criticism with flatteryD.share our secrets with others, the more the better问题 141 分保存In the authors opinion, private flattery is _.A.a mutually rewarding exchangeB.moral stingC.the essence of utilitarianismD.a golden rule问题 151 分保存Which of the following first realized that the flattering of the people posed greatest threat to democracy?A.The ancient Greeks.B.The people of the Renaissance time.C.The ancient Egyptians.D.The American puritans.问题 161 分保存In the beginning of the passage, the author flatters his readers because he is trying to show _.A.how we can flatter others effectively and appropriatelyB.why people would want not flattery but franknessC.how confident people are more susceptible to flatteryD.why wise people are immune to flattery问题 171 分保存Carnegie knew that once you can fake sincerity, there is nothing holding you back (ll. 62-63). Carnegie believes that if you can pretend to be sincere, _.A.youll lose your sense of whats right and wrongB.theres nothing you cant doC.youll have no sense of moral sting or stigmaD.there will be effective flattery问题 181 分保存The author of this essay begins his article with _.A.A fact.B.A flattery.C.A warning.D.An accusation.问题 191 分保存Which statement is right in terms of the history of flattery?A.Flattery was as common in the animal world as in some human civilizations.B.Both ancient Egyptians and ancient Greeks held positive opinions to flattery.C.Flattery was highly welcomed throughout the world during the Renaissance.D.Flattery was very favorable in European countries in the Middle Ages.问题 201 分保存It is the t