In the movie, Million Dollar Baby, Frankie faces an ethical dilemma. His friend Maggie is injured
during a boxing match leaving her a paraplegic. She asks him to help her die by removing her breathing
machine and feeding tube.
He respects and understands her wish but his religious beliefs cause him
anguish and conflict over the decision. Ultimately, he helps Maggie end her life. Which of Johannesen's
ethical standards did Frankie employ to guide his final decision?
A. Human perspective
B. Dialogic perspective
C. Political perspective
D. Situational perspective
A
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(a) define key terms and create the primary inference. (b) determine the actual issues in the controversy. (c) investigate the history of the topic. (d) locate the immediate cause of concern about the topic.
Which of the following represent Gibb's defensive characteristics?
a. problem description, problem orientation, equality b. spontaneity, neutrality, superiority c. evaluation, control, strategy d. all of these
Using logical appeals in persuasive speaking
A) is tricky because most people don't think logically. B) generally leads to more permanent commitment to your position and resistance to counterarguments. C) is not as important as arguing from emotional appeals because emotional appeals are more immediate and relevant. D) is only useful if the audience is well-educated and predisposed to accept your position.
Having your audience fill out a(n) ________ before your speech can give you valuable information.
A. interview B. evidence C. questionnaire D. casual observation