By David C.
Funder, R. Michael Furr & C. Randall Colvin
University of
California, Riverside
1. Expresses
awareness of being on camera or in an experiment (Regardless of whether
reaction is positive or negative).
2. Interviews
his or her partner(s). (EG: Asks a series of questions).
3. Volunteers
a large amount of information about self.
4. Seems
interested in what partner(s) has to say.
5. Tries
to control the interaction (Disregard whether attempts at control succeed or
not).
6. Dominates
the interaction (Disregard intention EG: If subject dominates interaction
"by default" because the partner(s) does very little, this item
should receive high placement).
7. Appears
to be relaxed and comfortable.
8 Exhibits social skills. (EG: Does things to make partner(s) comfortable,
keeps conversation moving, entertains or charms the partner(s)).
9. Is
reserved and unexpressive. (EG: Exresses little affect; acts in a stiff, formal
manner).
10. Laughs
frequently. (Disregard whether laughter appears to be “nervous” or “genuine”).
11. Smiles frequently.
12. Is physically animated; moves around
a great deal.
13. Seems to like partner(s). (EG: Would
probably like to be friends with partner(s)).
14. Exhibits an awkward interpersonal
style. (EG: Seems to have difficulty
knowing what to say, mumbles, fails to respond to partner's conversational
advances).
15. Compares self to other(s). (Whether
others are present or not).
16. Shows high enthusiasm and a high
energy level.
17. Shows a wide range of interests.
(EG: Talks about many topics).
18. Talks at rather than with
partner(s). (EG: Conducts a monolog, ignores what partner(s) says).
19. Expresses agreement frequently. (High placement implies agreement is
expressed unusually often, e.g., in response to each and every statement
partner(s) makes. Low placement implies
unusual lack of expression of agreement).
20. Expresses criticism. (Of anybody or anything). (Low placement
implies expresses praise).
21. Is talkative. (As observed in this
situation).
22. Expresses insecurity. (EG: Seems touchy or overly sensitive.
23. Show physical signs of tension or
anxiety. (EG: Fidgets nervously, voice
wavers). (Lack of signs of anxiety=middle placement; low placement=lack of
signs under circumstances where you would expect to see them).
24. Exhibits
a high degree of intelligence (NB: At
issue is what is displayed in the interaction not what may or may not be
latent. Thus, give this item high
placement only if subject actually says or does something of high
intelligence. Low placement implies
exhibition of low intelligence; medium placement = no information one way or
another.
25. Expresses sympathy toward
partner(s). (Low placement implies unusual lack of sympathy).
26. Initiates humor.
27. Seeks reassurance from partner(s).
(EG: Asks for agreement, fishes for praise).
28. Exhibits condescending behavior.
(Acts as if self is superior to partner(s) in one or more ways. Low placement
implies acting inferior).
29. Seems likable. (To other(s)
present).
30. Seeks advice from partner(s).
31. Appears to regard self as physically
attractive (Nonverbal cues probably will be used to judge this item; examples
migh include preeening, posing, etc.).
32. Acts irritated.
33. Expresses warmth. (To anyone EG:
Include any references to “my close friend,” etc ).
34. Tries to undermine, sabotage or
obstruct. (Either the experiment or partner(s)).
35. Expresses hostility. (No matter toward whom or what).
36. Is unusual or unconventional in
appearance.
37. Behaves in a fearful or timid
manner.
38. Is expressive in face, voice or
gestures.
39. Expresses interest in fantasy or
daydreams. (Low placement only if such interest is explicitly disavowed).
40. Expresses guilt (About anything).
41. Keeps partner(s) at a distance
avoids development of any sort of interpersonal relationship. (Low placement implies behavior to get close
to partner(s)).
42. Shows interst in intellectual or
cognitive matters. (EG: By discussing
an intellectual idea in detail or with enthusiasm.
43. Seems to enjoy the interaction.
44. Says or does interesting things in
this interaction.
45. Says negative things about self.
(EG: Is self‑critical; expresses
feelings of inadequacy).
46. Displays ambition. (EG:
Passionate discussion of career plans, course grades, opportunities to
make money).
47. Blames others. (For anything).
48. Expresses self‑pity or
feelings of victimization.
49. Expresses sexual interest. (EG: Acts
attracted to partner; expresses interest in dating or sexual matters in
general).
50. Behaves in a cheerful manner.
51. Gives up when faced with obstacles
(Low placement implies unusual persistence).
52. Behaves in a stereotypically masculine/feminine
style or manner. (Apply the usual stereotypes appropriate to the subject's
sex. Low placement implies behavior
stereotypical of the opposite sex.
53. Offers advice.
54. Speaks fluently and expresses ideas
well.
55. Emphasizes accomplishments of self,
family or housemates. (Low placement = emphasizes failures of these
individuals.
56. Competes with partner(s). (Low
placement implies cooperation).
57. Speaks in a loud voice.
58. Speaks sarcastically. (EG: Says things (s)he does not mean; makes
facetious comments that are not necessarily funny).
59. Makes or approaches physical contact
with partner(s) (Of any sort, including sitting unusually close without
touching). (Low placement implies unusual avoidance of physical contact, such
as large interpersonal distance.
60. Engages in constant eye contact with
partner(s). (Low placement implies unusual lack of eye contact).
61. Seems detached from the interaction.
62. Speaks quickly. (Low placement =
speaks slowly).
63. Acts playful.
64. Partner(s) seeks advice from
subject.