All of the following are functions of an introduction EXCEPT

A) to orient the audience.
B) to provide evidence to validate your main points.
C) to establish a speaker-audience-topic relationship.
D) to gain attention.


Answer: B

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A persuasive speech that advocates a position with which the audience agrees is an example of a speech to _______

a. change listeners' values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors b. intensify listeners' values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors c. instill listeners' values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors d. correct listeners' values, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors

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Complete the table by identifying and defining the type of

transition represented by the examples in the right-hand column. What will be an ideal response?

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According to William James's model, the __________ self is the element of the self which is reflected in all the tangible things you own.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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In the sitcom The Big Bang Theory, several main characters, who are acclaimed and successful scientists, try unsuccessfully to approach attractive women for dates. In the perceptual process, which stage is likely contributing to the characters' lack of success, given that the women perceive them as "geeky," unattractive, socially awkward men?

A. Interpretation B. Application C. Selection D. Organization

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