The most important effect of using concrete language is __________.

A. it makes your speech more exciting
B. it creates extraordinary images using normal objects and events
C. it grounds abstract ideas so the audience can better understand what you're talking about
D. all of these choices
E. none of these choices


Answer: C

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Which of the following is not true about nonverbal behaviors and status?

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Essay exam items _____________________

a. eliminate rote memorization. b. are as efficient as multiple-choice and matching exams. c. always allow for focused answers. d. require citations.

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Defining how the brain is divided into two hemispheres, the right and the left, is an example of:

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