Ryan and his friend Kari see each other and begin to have a conversation. Ryan notices that Kari is crying. Ryan asks, "What is wrong?" Kari replies, "Nothing." Knowing that Kari wouldn't just cry to cry, Ryan becomes concerned. What level of meaning was Ryan's question directed toward?

What will be an ideal response?


Ryan's question was directed toward the relationship level of meaning.

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One of the advantages of using visual aids in a speech is that their meaning is instantly clear to the audience.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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In the _______________ of an organizational crisis, organizational members can work to prevent or prepare for possible problems.  

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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A student assumes she should include presentation aids in her first speech, but she's not sure of the benefits. What is one way they will help her speech?

a. by surprising the audience b. by using time and adding filler c. by providing visual or auditory variety d. by introducing the main points

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