In general, the speech explanation, focusing as it does on various aspects of the same object or idea, will most likely use which pattern of organization?

a. causal
b. spatial
c. chronological
d. topical


d. topical

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FAJA is the acronym for what?

a. First-Action-Just-Act b. Force-And-Judge-Act c. Fact-Analysis-Judgment-Action d. Front-And-Judgment-Action

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You are preparing to cover a contentious news conference at City Hall regarding police misconduct. Which of the following will best prepare you to adapt to unexpected events at the conference?

A. having a draft of your story already written before the event B. knowing very little about the subject to keep an open mind C. asking officials at City Hall how you should cover the event D. doing plenty of research on the subject before the event

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Respect for the listeners, respect for the topic, responsibility for one's statements, and concern for the consequences of the speech are all part of a speaker's __________ responsibilities.

A. feedback B. context C. diversity D. ethical

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These are the central questions suggested by the wording of a proposition and how

the advocate defines the key terms of the proposition. (a) Presumptions (b) Issues (c) Interpretations (d) Ideas

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