Explain why the English language often reflects and values "masculinity" over "femininity."
What will be an ideal response?
Men have controlled the creation of language and set its standards as they have
predominantly held political, economic, and social power. In this way, men have
provided themselves with more positive words to describe themselves and given
themselves more opportunities to use those words.
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a. your personal experience. b. a steadfast and unshakeable point of view. c. what is trending most in popular culture. d. your willingness to learn from the audience.
In what case did the Supreme Court say that the Federal Cigarette Labeling and Advertising Act did not preempt state law deceptive practice claims in connection with advertising cigarettes as “light”?
a) Mangini v. R.J. Reynolds Tobacco Co.; b) Lorillard Tobacco v. Reilly; c) Penn Advertising v. Schmoke; d) FDA v. Brown & Williamson Tobacco; e) Altria Group v. Good.
Which statement is least likely to be made by an acquaintance?
a. “How was your family vacation?” b. “Did you see how the San Jose Sharks beat the Anaheim Ducks?” c. “The weather has been crazy lately with all of this rain!” d. “I still can’t believe that my divorce is final.”
Audience analysis and adaptation are just as important for online speeches as for speeches presented to in-person audiences.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)