In his speech on learning a second language, Connor stated: "When we learn a second language, we learn to appreciate the culture of the people who speak that language and we also increase our understanding of our own culture." This is Connor's ________________.

A. general purpose
B. specific purpose
C. thesis statement or central idea
D. main point


Ans: C. thesis statement or central idea

Communication & Mass Media

You might also like to view...

Responsible listeners listen only to the side of an issue that they agree with

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Communication & Mass Media

Identify and explain the five steps provided in your textbook for practicing speech delivery.

What will be an ideal response?

Communication & Mass Media

Winston Electronics is releasing a new tablet and wants to reach more of its target audience and generate social buzz at the firm’s product launch event. Which of the following individuals should be invited to the event to help Winston accomplish this goal?

a. Adrian, a high-tech electronics blogger b. Ben, a local newspaper reporter c. Corinne, a technology trade publication editor d. Devin, a mainstream media journalist

Communication & Mass Media

Which of the following is a criticism of the 360-degree approach to performance reviews?

A. Employees are unable to read, hear, and discuss data that provide documentation for dealing with performance reviews. B. The use of multisource feedback for employee development creates inefficiencies in organizations that use a goal-setting process from the top down. C. The use of untrained staff with little experience in important areas lead to deficient data on performance. D. Questionnaires and interview fail to provide objective data and feedback necessary for employee improvement.

Communication & Mass Media