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Questions related to "rumors"
On a different topic, I'd like to ask if you've heard people talking about some things and how likely you think the talk is. For example, have you heard that Princess Diana's death was the result of a conspiracy?
How likely do you think it is that Princess Diana'e death was the result of a conspiracy. Is it very likely, somewhat likely, or unlikely?
Have you heard that the man who plays Mr. Rogers on the famous PBS children's show called "Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood" was actually a former U.S. Marine?
How likely do you think it is that Mr. Rogers was actually a former U.S. Marine? Is it very likely, somewhat likely or unlikely?
Have you heard that the CBS television network is going to drop Katie Couric as anchor of its early evening news?
How likely do you think it is that CBS is going to drop Katie Couric as anchor?
I'm going to make some statements about things that people often talk about. Please tell me how you generally feel about the. So when I say "It's fun to talk about other peple" do you disagree strongly, disagree, neither agree nor disagree, agree somewhat or agree strongly that "It's fun to talk about other people?
How about "I like to share what I know about other people." Do you disagree strongly, disagree somewhat, neither agree nor disagree, agree somewhat or agree strongly?
How about "I love to know what is going on in other people's lives
How about "You should never mention rumors even if you think they are true"?
How about "You can't trust gossip"?
How about "Gossip is often true".
How aabout "I have never known gossip to be helpful to anyone"?
How about "Gossip is a good ice breaker"?
How about "I always mind my own business instead of gossiping"?
How about "Gossiping is a great way to pass the time"?
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