"Convince my coworkers to participate in the charity auction" is a good example of a ________ for a persuasive speech.

A. topic
B. specific purpose
C. thesis statement
D. general purpose


Answer: B

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Said describes the process of labeling non-Western cultures as “underdeveloped” as ______.

A. diffusion B. discursive imperialism C. hegemony D. Orientalism

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"Byline" is the term used by early newspaper editors for the time a story had to be submitted to the printer; it's been replaced by "deadline."

Indicate whether this statement is true or false.

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The "critical tests arguments and decisions must satisfy are themselves rooted in what people want now,

constructed from our sense of what we are here for" characterizes a. traditional arguments. b. the ultimate purpose of spheres. c. the nature of criticism. d. an irrational tendency in most people.

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Explain what reflexivity is and how it can help you improve your intercultural communication behaviors.

What will be an ideal response?

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