What do we call phrases such as "Obamacare" that create a new meaning by combining existing terms?

a. slang
b. neologism
c. doublespeak
d. alliteration


b

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In a speech noting how we must remain hopeful during efforts to find missing

children, Lars noted how investigators in Missouri, while searching for one child, Ben Ownby, who'd been missing for a week, found him and another, Shawn Hornbeck, who had been missing for four-and-a-half years. Police discovered them in the same apartment—captives of the same perpetrator. In relating this instance, Lars provided _____ as supporting material. A) an actual example B) a hypothetical example C) authoritative testimony D) symbolism to convey a moral

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When appropriately adapting messages to others, Principle Five suggests that you _____

a. use the introduction of your presentation to establish credibility b. use your introduction and conclusion to adapt your presentation to your audience c. add delivery cues and reminders to your final speaking notes d. consider cultural differences in the organization of speakers from other cultures as you listen to different presentations

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It is suggested that when you are using the Internet for research, you should __________.

A. use more than one search engine to look for materials on your topic B. eliminate any websites that redirect you to other sites C. rely on a Google search for the most accurate results D. always use the websites that appear first

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People who create professional media content need to consider the impact of their actions because relatively few can create and publish professional media content, those who do need to consider the impact of their actions on society

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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