The Authors of Your Textbook Explain That Informative Speakers Have

question 6

Multiple Choice

The authors of your textbook explain that informative speakers have several goals and strategies at their disposal as they tailor a speech to their audience. Which of the following is not one of those goals or strategies?

• A) get his or her audience interested in the speech
• B) choose a clear organization and structure
• C) get the audience to follow through on their commitment to the topic
• D) build on what the audience already knows
• Answer Key

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Definitions:

Stereotype Inconsistent

Information or behavior that contradicts common stereotypes or generalizations about a group.

Prototype

An early sample or model of a product used to test a concept or process or to act as a thing to be replicated or learned from.

Cognitive Representation

The way in which knowledge and ideas are mentally structured and stored, influencing perception and understanding.

Central

Being at or forming the centre, often considered the most important part or aspect.