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> Interpreting Body Language  Interpreting Body Language  We
like to flap our jaws and rearrange a lot of air molecules, but
sometimes the real message is hidden behind the words -- in
nonverbal communication. Reading someone's body language, a form
of nonverbal communication, can often tell you how he or she is
responding to you. This is a great technique to use with
prospective in-laws, who are unlikely to come straight out and
declare, "Helen, I like this one" or "Lou, I think we have a
stinker on our hands here."  Words to the Wise  Body language is
a form of non-verbal communication. Body language includes such
gestures and movements as nodding, crossing your arms and legs,
tapping your foot, jiggling your leg, and looking someone in the
eye.  Take this quick quiz. Match each gesture or movement with
its meaning. Write the letter of the correct answer in the space
provided. You will use some letters more than once.     1.
agreement and inter