"The college's course catalog resembles a gigantic buffet table." The speaker is using which type of support material?
A. contrast
B. analogy
C. definition
D. example
Answer: B
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Fill in the blank with correct word
Of the following, which sentence construction offers good oral style?
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Which of the following is true regarding public speaking?
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Supporting material that summarizes the characteristics of a complex set of numbers is referred to as __________
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).