Lars listened to his classmates debating the provisions of the Patriot Act and decided to give a speech clarifying their understanding of the term "patriotism." Which informative strategy might he have relied on most in his speech?
A. reporting
B. explaining
C. defining
D. comparing
Answer: C
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A) listen mindfully B) be a selfish listener C) practice listening D) become an active listener
In her speech on product safety recalls, Gemma cites a newspaper article that reported a 1974 incident in which the US Consumer Product Safety Commission had to issue a safety recall on its own pro-product safety lapel pins,
because the pins were painted with lead paint. Gemma effectively used irony by citing this example. Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
George is the general manager of a manufacturing, and was recently told his main but not only supplier has missed several deliveries. The supplying company’s main and only client is George’s. The ensuing conflict has escalated and both George and Peter, the supplying company’s manager, have scheduled a meeting to look for an outcome. Following the main principles of the power theories, George:
a. Will try to form a coalition before entering the negotiation process. b. Is seeking ways for him to transfer power to Peter and his company. c. Most likely will not attend the meeting because he does not need to. d. Cannot accept Peter’s participation because they do not share power equally.
Carl's audience doesn't agree with some of the things he will be presenting, so he decides to start his speech by talking about the things they do agree with him on. This demonstrates the principle of primacy
Indicate whether the statement is true or false