When a speaker attacks an individual instead of challenging
his or her argument, what type of error is occurring?
a. non sequitur
b. ad hominem
c. hasty generalization
d. faulty use of authority
b
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For speaking events that occur outside of the classroom, the general purpose is usually determined by
A) the occasion. B) how you want your family to respond. C) your ability to use gestures as a speaker. D) what you know about your topic. E) the number of sources available on the topic.
Boys and men are more likely to use social media as a venue for self-development than girls and women.
a. True b. False
In concluding a speech, you want to accomplish which of the following?
A. Summarize, tie it all together, and leave a memorable impression. B. Summarize, shock the audience, and make them applaud. C. Make the audience like you and remember you. D. All of the above. E. None of the above.
Which of the following forms of reliability is assessed when you give the same group a measure twice and then compare the consistency of responses on that measure?
a. split-half reliability b. test-retest reliability c. alternative-form reliability d. inter-coder reliability