What kind of persuasive speech would you present in support of a disputed tax cut?

a. a speech addressing disputed facts
b. a problem–solution speech
c. a speech advocating action or policy
d. a speech of exhortation


c

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Manny wants his listeners to support stem cell research. He knows that some of his audience members are opposed to the type of stem cell research that uses fetal tissue

Manny also knows the audience are likely to mentally block out information they don't agree with. To avoid putting these listeners on the defensive, Manny decides to discuss only stem cells derived from non-fetal sources. Manny is basing his strategy on the principle of A) selective exposure. B) inoculation. C) avoidance. D) manipulation. E) progressive stimulation.

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"I'm pretty sure John F. Kennedy was one of the most influential American speakers of the 20th century" is an example of

A) a tag question B) a metaphor C) a hedge D) powerful language

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"Surgeons and their wives deserve the financial protection offered by these caps on monetary awards in malpractice suits." This statement violates which of the guidelines for inclusive language discussed in your textbook?

A. Use names that groups use to identify themselves. B. Avoid excluding listeners because of their occupation. C. Avoid stereotyping jobs and social roles by gender. D. All the answers are correct.  E. Both avoid excluding listeners because of their occupation and use names that groups use to identify themselves.

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