The specific purpose of a speech refers to whether it is designed to inform, persuade, or serve a ceremonial or special occasion function. The general purpose of a speech includes this category, then adds information about the topic

Indicate whether the statement is true or false


FALSE

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Cultures that tend to have equal distribution of authority and control have a decentralized

approach to power. Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Dana begins her speech against abortion by putting up a transparency that shows a

graphic image of an aborted fetus. Is this an effective opening? a. No; she should have opened with a verbal, rather than a visual attention getter. b. No; this type of graphic material may disgust and repel the audience. c. Yes; this was startling and vivid and got the audience's attention. d. Yes; an audience cannot ignore the truth when it is pointed out to them.

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Using the communication model described in Chapters Five and Nine, can you describe source, message, channel, receiver, feedback, and noise for this special event?

What will be an ideal response?

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Identify and explain at least three ways to reduce the anxiety associated with giving a public speech. 

What will be an ideal response?

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