Your persuasive speeches are most effective when you
A) ask for small changes in beliefs, attitudes, values, or behavior.
B) ask for large changes in beliefs, attitudes, values, or behavior to ensure some movement.
C) focus on your assertions rather than presenting supporting evidence.
D) state your position early in your presentation, particularly if you know the audience may be
predisposed to disagree with it.
A
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To start her speech, Megan said, "The Center for Disease Control states that 35% of children under the age of 5 have not been properly vaccinated." What is Megan using to support her claim?
A. local opinion B. mapping C. a fact D. assimilation
Explain how audience analysis is used in persuasion.
What will be an ideal response?
In a persuasive speech, a complete-sentence outline is
A. a visual aid. B. read from. C. a planning tool. D. unavailable.
In the introduction of a speech on tax policy, Kendra includes
a brief look at her background as a CPA and part-time economics professor. Kendra is demonstrating her a. charisma. b. clarity. c. competency. d. character.