In a speech about preparing oneself for the death of a loved one, Amber made repeated reference to the "marching of Father Time
" She hoped to create a sense of drama for her audience, while at the same time getting them to seriously consider her points. What figure of speech did Amber use in her presentation?
a. Personification
b. Simile
c. Hyperbole
d. Alliteration
a
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Toulmin's model of persuasion indicates that the __________ is what the persuader wants or hopes will be believed, which must be supported by evidence.
A. warrant B. claim C. data D. argument
Nonverbal cues that communicate emotions are called ________ ________
Fill in the blanks with correct word
The __________ strategy is helpful when you are speaking on a
topic that has a strong inherent division of subtopics within the main topic. Fill in the blanks with correct word
The sentiment, “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee” is an example of a(n) __________.
a. metaphor b. hyperbole c. simile d. exaggeration