Define spotlighting and provide an example.

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Spotlightingis the practice of highlighting a person's race, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, physical ability, etc. during a speech, resulting in language that is not culturally inclusive. An example might be talking about a group of three men and an Asian American woman at a table, or saying that the surgical team includes a female doctor. 

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Which of the following words is the most concrete and specific?

A. movie star B. performer C. entertainer D. actress E. celebrity

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Explain two types of academic dishonesty to avoid during research and preparation and describe how to avoid them

What will be an ideal response?

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