In which of the following circumstances would the use of a
reference as an attention-getter be most necessary?
a. when you are delivering a persuasive speech
b. when the speaking event is momentous
c. when the audience is multi-generational
d. when you want to improve your credibility
b
You might also like to view...
Distinguish between captive and voluntary audience members. Provide an example of each, and explain why it is important for a speaker to recognize whether his or her audience is captive or voluntary.
What will be an ideal response?
The primary reason you will speak in public represents your
a. central idea. b. specific purpose. c. audience orientation. d. general purpose.
The producer is often caught in the middle between the salesperson and the:
A. program director B. news director C. clientD. both A & B E. A, B & C
Words that slant perceptions are called __________. [p. 77, II]
a. loaded language b. slang c. stereotypes d. perceptual shorthands e. relational communication