The denotative meaning of a word is

a. the meaning(s) you would find next to it in the dictionary.
b. the common meaning that everybody knows, which may or may not be found in the dictionary.
c. the uncommon meaning of a word, known by a small group, like a team or gang.
d. the specialized meaning unique to a trade or profession, like plumbers or electricians.


a

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A) one goal or idea only B) starts with the general purpose C) reference to the audience D) all of the above

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"The three major expenses for people traveling abroad are transportation, food, and lodging" is an example of an effective specific purpose statement for a speech.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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