When Trying to Persuade Listeners That Are Skeptical About Your

question 18

True/False

When trying to persuade listeners that are skeptical about your position, you need to deal directly with the reasons for their skepticism.

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Definitions:

Whaling Industry

denotes the historical practice of hunting whales for their oil, meat, and whalebone, which played a significant economic role until the 20th century before facing global opposition due to conservation efforts.

Industrialization

The transformation of economies from agrarian-based systems to those dominated by industry and machine manufacturing, marking significant shifts in societal structures.

Whitman

Walt Whitman, an American poet, essayist, and journalist, best known for his poetry collection "Leaves of Grass", which was groundbreaking for its celebration of the human spirit and sexuality.

Poe

Edgar Allan Poe was an American writer, editor, and literary critic best known for his poetry and short stories, particularly his tales of mystery and the macabre.