Why are facts and statistics important in speeches?
A) They provide authenticity.
B) They add interest to a message.
C) They are more representative than examples.
D) They add substance to your ideas.
D
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Connecting the material to the audience's needs is generally not necessary for informative speeches.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
A journalist should always seek to balance ______.
A. the perspectives of the audience and the sources B. the number of print and digital readers C. the needs of audiences and the needs of advertisers D. their personal opinions with the truth
Pauline is preparing to give a speech on the campus green informing students that the campus clinic is giving free flu shots all next week. She has crafted the following thesis statement: "Flu shots are safe, will save you from days of agonizing fever, aches, and pains, and are free at the campus clinic all next week." Is this a good thesis statement, and if not, what is wrong with it?
A. This thesis statement should be in the form of a question. B. This thesis statement is not concise enough. C. This is a good thesis statement. D. This thesis statement is too abstract.
In general, people in Western countries put a greater emphasis on _____ skills, whereas many Asians emphasize _____ skills as integral to communication
a. listening; reading b. writing; speaking c. speaking; listening d. listening; speaking