In a Persuasive Speech (As Opposed to an Informative Speech)

question 21

Multiple Choice

In a persuasive speech (as opposed to an informative speech) , the speaker's intent is to

• A) create understanding by clarifying or teaching.
• B) use supporting information to give the audience unbiased choices.
• C) present information in order to change the way the audience thinks or acts.
• D) encourage listeners to make up their own minds.

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Definitions:

Lewis Theory

A concept in chemistry that explains chemical bonding based on the loss, gain, or sharing of electrons in the outermost shell of atoms or molecules.

Ionic Bond

A type of chemical bond formed through the electrostatic force between oppositely charged ions.

Electrons

Subatomic particles with a negative electric charge, found in all atoms and acting as the primary carrier of electricity in solids.

Valence Shells

Valence shells are the outermost shell of an atom that contains the electrons most likely to be involved in chemical reactions.