Describe and give an example of microaggressions.

What will be an ideal response?


Varies, but should define microaggressions as everyday slights and snubs, sometimes unintentional, which nevertheless inflict harm. Sample examples include: “You’re Chinese, right?” “You’re really pretty for a dark-skin girl,” and “How come you sound White?”

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Which of the following are the primary goals of a speech for introducing another speaker?

A. to boost the speaker's ethos B. to demonstrate why the speaker is qualified to speak on a topic C. to create a humorous atmosphere by using jokes D. both to boost the speaker's ethos and  to demonstrate why the speaker is qualified to speak on a topic E. none of these choices

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In nonverbal communication, emblems

a. have a general meaning, and can replace or reinforce words. b. have a specific meaning, and can replace or reinforce words. c. express understood meaning, often replacing or reinforcing words. d. mask meaning, often replacing or reinforcing words

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Katie had three conflicting sources for her speech topic. Her sources include an article in Time

magazine, a transcript from the Oprah show, and online BlogSpot. Katie is practicing ______________ through the analysis of her sources. A. communication confidence B. communication competence C. critical thinking D. professionalism

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"My family," says Lou, "is so supportive." Lou is describing a family image

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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