What is a good rule to follow about stylistic devices when trying to improve your speaking style?
A. Write your stylistic devices into your presentation outline only.
B. You should incorporate stylistic devices into the outline while you write it, not after you are finished.
C. Ruthlessly remove any stylistic devices that do not seem to work during practice.
D. Try to incorporate as many varied stylistic devices as possible into your speech.
Answer: C
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A) speaker B) audience C) sponsor of the event D) none of the above
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a. early 1700s b. early 1800s c. early 1900s d. late 1900s
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