Which of the following is NOT one of the most common

causes of anxiety in beginning speakers?

a. Fear that the audience will laugh.
b. Negative public speaking experiences in the
past.
c. Fear of being the center of attention.
d. Fear of presenting false or misleading
information.


d

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A. prepared communication B. public speaking C. unethical behavior D. common sense E. none of these choices

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What is the best method for becoming a critical thinker?

A. read books B. see a counselor C. practice the skills D. copy colleagues

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People will willingly pay attention if they will gain something from doing so

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Barry is celebrating his college graduation by traveling around the world. If Barry wants to fit in well in every culture he encounters, what guideline for eye contact should he follow?

A) Never glance away while another person is speaking to him. B) Avoid looking at others unless they are looking directly at him. C) Accompany all eye contact with a broad smile. D) Observe the way others make eye contact in the local culture and follow their lead. E) Maintain steady eye contact with men but avoid making eye contact with women.

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