Semiotic approaches of language consider how __________ and __________ help shape our language use.

A. Norms
B. Actions
C. Rules
D. All of the above
E. Both A & C
F. None of the above


E. Both A & C

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which she must create a speech with the general purpose "to describe." Lucia can choose any of the following topic categories EXCEPT a(n) a. concept. b. animal. c. place. d. object.

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Public speaking skills can make you more confident, but they have no impact on your long-term employment success

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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As explained by your textbook, "To inform my audience about the role of 1940s actress Hedy Lamarr in the development of cell phone technology" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about a(n)

A. procedure. B. occurrence. C. concept. D. object. E. function.

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What is the best strategy a speaker can use to persuade the audience?

A. Ask for small changes in beliefs, attitudes, values, or behavior. B. Focus on making assertions rather than presenting evidence. C. Ask for large changes in beliefs, attitudes, values, or behavior. D. Speak about ideas the audience may disagree with at the beginning of the speech.

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