Your brother asks what you think of his term paper. You don't think it is very good, but you decide to go with a more confirming response, saying, "I'm not sure, but then again I never was very good in English." By using a(n) ________ message, you convey your point of view while inviting alternative views so as not to hurt your brother's feelings.
A. empathy
B. descriptive
C. provisional
D. equality
Answer: C
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You visit a foreign country and try to understand its culture. In almost every home you are invited to, women are mostly stay-home persons and men are mainly the ones that work to provide for the family. Using Hofstede’s variables to examine cultures, which variable would you use to describe this culture?
a. Uncertainty avoidance. b. Masculinity–femininity. c. Power distance. d. Individualism–collectivism.
Elaine has an interest for esports, and wants to create a place where her friends can join on and have conversations about this similar interest. She sets up a Facebook Group and invites others to join her. What did Elaine create?
A. She created an influencer network to engage with brands. B. She created a community. C. She created an online discussion board forum just to talk about esports. D. She created a creator group for the members to share videos only.
The most experienced speakers are usually _____ speakers
A) Average B) Inflexible C) Insensitive D) Confrontational
As your textbook explains, whenever you give a persuasive speech on a question of value, you need to
A. conclude your speech by urging the audience to take immediate action. B. justify your value judgment against a set of standards or criteria. C. organize the speech according to Monroe's motivated sequence. D. deal with all three basic issues of need, plan, and practicality. E. concentrate on convincing listeners who already share your view.