Briefly discuss the preparation process you went through to narrow your focus (i.e. move from assignment to thesis statement) for your first speech.
What will be an ideal response?
Students here should discuss some of the following: Classroom setting; Assignment requirements; They brainstormed; They articulated their general and specific purpose; They stated their thesis which also helped identify main points. They may not include every step, but they should name and briefly explain at least 3 distinct steps.
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she proceed? A) Skim through titles, abstracts, and readings to determine which are most valuable. B) Carefully read every article that seems promising, taking comprehensive notes. C) Photocopy or print out every article that seems promising, pausing to read the best. D) Begin by reading books, then locate and read articles and encyclopedia entries.
Brian's family has a low orientation toward both conversation and conformity, thus they are
termed a __________ family. A) protective B) laissez-faire C) pluralistic D) consensual
Even highly effective teams go through periods of inertia and conflict
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
The semantic triangle of meaning illustrates the ways people use or hear a symbol or word and attach a meaning to it
Indicate whether the statement is true or false