In the 1930s, a Time When Anti-Asian Sentiments Were Common

question 44

Multiple Choice

In the 1930s, a time when anti-Asian sentiments were common, Richard LaPiere toured the United States with a young Chinese couple. Together they visited numerous hotels, auto camps, restaurants, and cafes. LaPiere compared the attitudes of people who managed these various establishments with how well (or poorly) these people actually treated the Chinese couple. The text used this study to introduce an important point, namely, that the effect of ________ than people think.

• A) attitudes on behavior is weaker
• B) norms on attitudes is stronger
• C) attitudes on behavior is stronger
• D) norms on attitudes is weaker

Understand the potential risks and benefits of using humor in speeches.

Recognize the importance of research in speech preparation and the caution needed with certain sources.

Know how to effectively open a speech to engage the audience.

Distinguish between informative and persuasive presentations and their unique elements.

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