University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

There is substantial evidence for seven universal emotions that are consistently associated with distinct facial expressions across different cultures. These seven emotions are happiness, surprise, sadness, fright, disgust, contempt, and anger.

Seven Universal Facial Expressions of Emotion

Which of the following facial expressions is NOT considered one of the seven universal facial expressions of emotion?

Which of the following pairs correctly match a universal facial expression of emotion with its description?

Which of the following facial expressions is universally recognized as a sign of anger?

Photographs can effectively illustrate the seven universal facial expressions of emotion. Each distinct emotion—happiness, surprise, sadness, fright, disgust, contempt, and anger—is visually represented by a unique facial display demonstrated by an individual.

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