Explain two of the functions that gestures serve in public presentations

What will be an ideal response?


Gestures, or movements of a speaker's hands, arms, and head, can punctuate and
emphasize verbal messages. Gestures can also assist in the process of encoding messages for
listeners. According to research conducted by Frick­Horbury and Guttentag

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What do the authors mean when they say that nature of language is authoritative? Give an example that illustrates why this is true

What will be an ideal response?

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When writing a speech of tribute, asking yourself the question, "Why is this person worthy of my respect and praise?" is a way to _______

a. provide vivid examples b. use appropriate humor c. actuate the audience d. establish noble themes

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Tara is ready to have her boyfriend, Sukrit, meet her child. A significant relationship event, such as this, is known as _______

a. a turning point b. intimacy c. involvement d. repair

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Cross-cultural empathy is called:

A. knowledge. B. attitude. C. transpection. D. intercultural alliance.

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