1. In the author's own words, what is the thesis. of this piece? 

2. Ericcson starts off by discussing a day during which she admitted to lying multiple times. What is the effect of this introduction?

3. At the beginning of each lie, Ericsson provides an epigraph (a short quotation that sets the tone and forecasts the theme). In your opinion, which of these epigraphs is most effective? 

4. Does Ericsson believe it is possible to eliminate lies from our lives? Does she believe it would be desirable to do so? 

ARticle : "The Ways We Lie"