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John has this great joke that is only very slightly connected to his speech topic. But John thinks the joke is so hilarious and great and that it will immediately get the audience actively involved with his speech. John thinks this outweighs the fact that the joke isn’t completely related to his speech topic. John asks your advice, what do you suggest?

A proposition of fact happens when the speaker argues that something is true or false.

The primary purpose of a persuasive presentation is to ask for something from the audience.

Valerie and Paige have been the best of friends for years.  They both are aware that Paige is no longer dating Roman.  So, Valerie decided to date Roman but, once Paige hears about this, she is livid and uses a few choice words to express her anger.  Based on the different types of rules that are established in relationships which rule was likely broken?

A complete intro includes the following: stating your name, attention catcher, listener relevance link, speaker credibility, and thesis.

The text’s model of conflict resolution includes which of the following in the development of its steps?

What is the indication for rotator cuff surgery?

Aiming sarcastic remarks at those listeners who disagree with you will make them defensive at first, but will eventually increase their respect for your courage and integrity. And eventually make them agree with your position.

Standing in front of an audience, slouched, hands in pockets, cap pulled over your head, reading notes, and mumbling, “My name is…..and I am going to tell you about….” is an effective method of getting the audience’s attention and interest..

When a persuasive speaker has a receptive audience (audience who agrees with you), the speaker should try to strengthen the audience’s attitudes and convince them to take action.