________ refers to acting or presenting oneself in a specific way so as to accomplish some goal.

A. Indulgence
B. Preferred personality
C. Symbolic significance
D. Performative


Answer: D

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Wire services provided the first truly global news distribution system.?

a. True b. False

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The rules of engagement for argumentation specify what delivery techniques the

arguer is expected to use. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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________ are good to use when speakers want to establish a bond between themselves and their audiences

A) Occasion references B) Personal references C) Historical references D) Preceding speech references

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