When You Use a Startling Statement to Gain Audience Attention

question 33

Multiple Choice

When you use a startling statement to gain audience attention:

• A)the audience will be focused,receptive,calm,and attentive.
• B)the most challenging statements will be the most effective.
• C)you should shock the audience in order to get them to listen.
• D)you are ethically compelled to be sure it's factual and relevant.
• E)it should be controversial enough to stir up audience emotions.

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Definitions:

Longitudinal

Pertains to research or analysis that occurs over an extended period, tracking the same variables or subjects to detect changes and developments over time.

Retrospective

Looking back on, or dealing with, past events or situations.

Experimental

Pertains to a methodological approach that involves manipulating one variable to determine if changes in one variable cause changes in another variable.

Undercontrolled

Refers to a lack of restraint or discipline, often resulting in impulsive or unchecked behavior.