In an Introduction to a Persuasive Speech, Fran Said: "There

question 18

Multiple Choice

In an introduction to a persuasive speech, Fran said: "There was a time when I thought I would never have a job, a decent life, a boyfriend, or any pleasure in life. But, after working as an internatChannel 3, I know what I really want to do with my life and that gives me great satisfaction. I encourage you all to experience an internship, so that you, too, can discover that there is something in life that inspires passion in you... that you're willing to work for...to work hard for...to be successful...to be happy." What type of message did this speaker effectively use in this introduction?

• A) an appeal to reasoning
• B) an appeal to a common myth
• C) an appeal to credibility
• D) an appeal to emotion

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Definitions:

Grandiose Delusion

A false belief of one's own superiority, greatness, or omnipotence that is not grounded in reality.

Delusions

Fixed false beliefs that are resistant to reason or confrontation with actual fact, often found in psychological disorders such as schizophrenia.

Delusion of Thought Insertion

A false belief where a person thinks that thoughts not their own are being inserted into their mind by an external source.

Persecutory Delusion

A false belief that one is being persecuted, conspired against, or harassed by others.