Which Statement Reflects the Distinction Between Informative and Persuasive Speaking

question 26

Multiple Choice

Which statement reflects the distinction between informative and persuasive speaking?

• A) Persuasion can be accomplished without attempting to inform.
• B) Information cannot be presented without attempting to persuade the audience.
• C) The speaker's specific purpose distinguishes the two forms of speaking.
• D) Informative speaking is more entertaining than persuasive speaking.

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Definitions:

Hobby Lobby v. Obama

A landmark Supreme Court case which determined that privately owned corporations could be exempt from a law its owners religiously objected to, if there was a less restrictive means of furthering the law's interest, specifically referring to the Affordable Care Act's contraceptive mandate.

Public Perceptions

The collective opinions or beliefs of the general population about issues or subjects.

Economic Issues

Concerns related to the financial and monetary aspects of society, including unemployment, inflation, taxation, and financial regulation.

Foreign Policy Issues

Concerns and strategies that a country develops in relation to other nations regarding defense, trade, diplomacy, and more.