An answer to a question, or a definition, that cleverly assumes as fact that which is not proved is called
a. begging the question.
b. post hoc, ergo propter hoc.
c. argumentum ad populum.
d. appeal to authority.
A
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__________ provide benchmarks against which you can measure yourself. Your ability, for example, to achieve what your culture defines as success contributes to a positive self-concept; your failure to achieve what your culture values contributes to a negative self-concept.
A. Cultural teachings B. Twitter activities C. Self interpretations D. Network spread
All of the following are true about a speech of introduction EXCEPT _____
A. be sure you know how to pronounce the speaker's name B. require the speaker to detail his/her background; the introducer should not do so C. do not over praise the speaker D. set the proper tone for the speech
You have just completed your first interview with the subject of a personality profile. What is the next step you should take?
A. Post raw footage from the interview online as a teaser. B. Write a draft of the story. C. Contact secondary sources mentioned during the interview. D. Hand the material off to your editor for reference.
According to your textbook, the fundamental purpose of a commemorative speech is to
A. exhort. B. inspire. C. inform. D. convert. E. entertain.