To gather formal information about audience members' attitudes, beliefs, and values, you can
a. observe them before you speak.
b. engage them in conversation prior to the speech.
c. research the group you arespeaking to on the Internet or in other publications.
d. ask open-ended and closed-ended questions on a survey.
d
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Analytic listening is best for:
a. reaching a consensus in a group. b. understanding another person's point of view. c. determining the truthfulness of a message. d. getting to know a new friend.
Stage fright is also known as public speaking __________.
Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).
Larry is having trouble listening to a lecture. It's spring and the view out the window is much more interesting than the lecturer--and he's really comfortable, leaning against the wall in the back corner and zoning out. Larry needs to:
A. Move to the front row B. Screen out the distractions C. Mentally summarize and reflect on the speaker's words D. All of the above E. None of the above
Which of the following terms best describes the process of developing a third culture by negotiating cultural differences and building a common ground for communication?
A. Intercultural interaction. B. Intercultural compromise. C. Cultural synergy. D. Globalization.