When stating your central idea in a persuasive speech, it is useful to state it as

A) a summary.
B) a specific purpose.
C) a proposition.
D) a challenge.


C

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Dani runs an experiment to test if messages using a guilt appeal are more persuasive than those not using a guilt appeal in persuading parents to vaccinate their children. She finds that the messages with the guilt appeal are more persuasive. From this experiment she can conclude:

a. guilt appeals are more persuasive that other appeals b. guilt appeals are persuasive in health-related situations c. that in this case guilt appeals are more persuasive d. guilt appeals are an effective means of persuasion

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In a group, the harmonizer works to

A. affirm contributions of others by affirming their ideas. B. control the flow of communication. C. manage conflict effectively. D. provide substantive information for discussion.

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Which of the following speech topics is least questionable, in light of ethical considerations, for a speech to this class?

A) Sexual behaviors and practices in U.S. prisons B) Indentured servitude around the world today C) President Eisenhower's real relationship with his driver D) The hypocrisy of Catholicism

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A systematic plan always yields clear thinking

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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