Mimicry can take various forms. Which of the following is NOT listed as a form of mimicry in the material?

• A. Active listening
• B. Posture
• C. Facial expressions
• D. Using similar paralanguage

Answer: (D)

Mimicry in communication is about mirroring another person’s cues to show attunement and empathy. The forms usually highlighted are matching posture—leaning in, turning your body similarly, and adopting a comparable stance; facial expressions—reflecting the other person’s emotions; and active listening—using nods, brief verbal cues, and other back-channel signals to indicate you’re engaged. Using similar paralanguage, such as matching tone, pace, or volume, is more about how something is said rather than mirroring observable behaviors, and in this material it isn’t listed as a form of mimicry. So choosing that option fits why it’s not included: it’s not treated as a mimicry form in that context, even though paralanguage can influence rapport in broader communication.