Keisha is nervous during her speech. She fidgets with her pen and scratches her nose throughout her presentation. What type of gesture is Keisha displaying?
A) adapters
B) affect displays
C) illustrators
D) emblems

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Adapters are unconscious gestures often used to manage emotions or feelings, such as nervousness. Keisha's fidgeting with her pen and scratching her nose are examples of adapters, as they likely serve to manage her nervousness during the speech.

Keisha Is Nervous During Her Speech