Language is arbitrary

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Which statement accurately reflects the distinction between informative and persuasive speaking?

A) Persuasion can be accomplished without attempting to inform. B) Information cannot be presented without attempting to persuade the audience. C) The goal of the speaker distinguishes the two forms of speaking. D) Informative speaking is more entertaining than persuasive speaking. E) In reality, there is no difference between informative and persuasive speaking.

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A newsletter editor should strive for balance between news and feature articles

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For which of the Five Canons of Rhetoric would you plan to use metaphors and/or analogies to increase the artful ornamentation of language in your presentation? 

A. Delivery B. Organization C. Style D. Understanding

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________ is the process of generating as many ideas as possible without stopping to consider whether they are good or not.

A. Brainstorming B. Crafting a general purpose C. Articulating a specific purpose D. Forming a thesis statement

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