While the producers of a talk show were conducting a pre-interview with a politician, the politician got very aggressive
She accused the producers of not valuing her credentials as a leader, and doubting whether she would handle the pressure of a live TV debate. This led to the producers cancelling her participation on the show. What characteristic of an ideal guest did the politician lack?
a) Guests should be approachable.
b) Guests should have strong opinions.
c) Guests should be passionate about the content.
d) Guests should have engaging personalities.
a
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Which of the following statements is a clear advantage of presenting bar graphs during a speech?
A) Using bar graphs saves time. B) Audiences find bar graphs easier to understand. C) Bar graphs allow for more effective use of color. D) Bar graphs are an excellent way to show comparisons of complex data. E) Using bar graphs replaces the need for a speaker to explain portions of information.
Shonda and Sheri consider themselves friends. As coworkers, they often go to lunch but don't support each other much outside of the office. Shonda and Sheri have a friendship of __________.
A. association B. reciprocity C. receptivity D. loyalty
Persuasive presentations may include all of the following types of questions EXCEPT
A. fact. B. policy. C. value. D. degree.
Are illustrations and anecdotes allowed in the introduction of a speech?
A) Yes, as this will introduce the subject and will most likely capture the audience’s attention. B) Yes, audiences use anecdotes as the sole source in determining a speaker’s credibility. C) No, they should be saved only for the conclusion of the speech as a way to help the audience remember the topic. D) No, only facts and statistics are permitted for use in an introduction.