"To inform my audience about the history of the Congressional filibuster" is an example of a

A. topic statement.
B. thesis statement.
C. statement of intention.
D. central idea.
E. specific purpose.


Answer: E

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a. antiquating b. anticipating c. adapting d. none of the above

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Mabel's central idea is "A liberal arts education benefits the student in two ways." What phrase in this central idea indicates to Mabel that her central idea has logical divisions?

a. "liberal arts" b. "the student" c. "education benefits" d. "two ways"

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One tactic for acquiring power through interpersonal network is to:

a) perform well and establish a good reputation. b) attract a powerful mentor c) under-promise and over-deliver. d) make a powerful appearance.

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A technique using an individual to act out a brief skit or assume a character is called ______________________,

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

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