The primary purposes of the introduction to a speech are to gain the listener's attention and orient them to the material that will be presented
A. True
B. False
A
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Group members adapt to the different rules for communication, or code switch, when the context of the social system changes. Ways to code switch include
A. using terminology that one is comfortable with. B. incorporating your personal style. C. quantifying when possible. D. blending your personal style with that of the group. E. adopting the rules of communicating in that group.
Here are the main points for an informative speech about the history of chocolate:I. Chocolate was originally used in Mexico as a drink by the Aztecs.II. Chocolate was introduced to Europe after the Spanish conquered the Aztecs.III. Chocolate was first made into candy during the 1800s.IV. Chocolate's popularity and uses continue to expand today.These main points are arranged in ________ order.
A. chronological B. descriptive C. spatial D. analytical E. causal
In striving for popularity, the television producers have often adopted the strategy of least objectionable programming, whereby programs are intended to avoid ______.
A. controversy and remain politically bland B. ideological claims C. culture wars and controversial topics D. all of these
Adrienne misses much of today’s history lecture because she is worried about her biology exam tomorrow. What barrier to listening did Adrienne experience?
a. bias b. mental distraction c. physical distraction d. lack of focus