Kate was so concerned about her statistics exam that during her communication class, rather than listening to the lecture, she kept going over formulas and was totally distracted. This is an example of __________ to listening
a. a physical barrier
b. a physiological barrier
c. a psychological barrier
d. conflicting objectives
C
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In persuasive speaking, a fear appeal is the threat that something undesirable will happen if change does not occur
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Questions such as "Who is the richest person in the world?" and "Which building is the tallest in the world?" reflect
A) weak questions of fact for a persuasive speech. B) strong questions of value for a persuasive speech. C) weak questions of policy for a persuasive speech. D) strong questions of fact for a persuasive speech. E) weak questions of value for a persuasive speech.
When contemplating what would make a good topic for your next speech, you should
consider what you already know and care about. You should do so because ______. A) you likely have a speech, ready-made in your head, that you can write up B) you should choose a topic about which you are already an expert C) the most effective speeches are those you could give "off the top of your head" D) you will be motivated to learn more about a topic if it is truly meaningful to you
Part of listening actively is to avoid the ________, or the expectation that you’ll be amused and entertained by a speaker
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).