Modern social scientists have tried to isolate the characteristics that distinguish the most credible speakers from others, and the lists include competence, dynamism, intention, personality, intelligence, authoritativeness, extroversion, trustworthiness, composure, and sociability. Select two of these characteristics and explain how they contribute to a speaker's credibility.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Answer will vary
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A) helping you find a purpose. B) organizing your thinking. C) developing specific communication skills. D) motivating your listeners. E) convincing your listeners.
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Persuasion can be found ________
A) only when you are the initiator B) only when someone appeals directly to you C) only when you are the target of advertising D) nearly everywhere in our daily lives
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Only HDTV can be considered digital television
Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
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Alliteration is a form of repetition in which a series of words (or
words placed closely together) rhyme. Indicate whether the statement is true or false
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