Define and describe the differences between an informative and a persuasive presentation, and then comment on how speaker intent can be different from audience response. (Can an intended informative presentation be received as a persuasive proposition?)
What will be an ideal response?
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All of the following are speeches about processes EXCEPT
a. explaining the importance of voting. b. how to make an omelet. c. a demonstration of ballet techniques. d. showing how to fill out tax forms.
In the context of communication contexts, the _____ includes the environmental conditions surrounding a communication encounter.
a. cultural context b. physical context c. psychological context d. social context
Matt described his record weightlifting achievement to reporters by saying, "It wasn't a big deal, the bar was as light as a feather." According to the text, Matt is
a. appealing to the senses. b. embellishing language. c. using a speech device. d. using concise language.
During the communication process, whose role is it to decode the message?
A. sender B. intermediary C. messenger D. receiver