In Her Persuasive Speech, Martha Spoke About the Alleged Espionage

question 20

Multiple Choice

In her persuasive speech, Martha spoke about the alleged espionage by the Chinese, and the possible theft of U.S. nuclear armament secrets. She got the audience to think about the possibility that China could one day rise up and use high-tech nuclear weapons against the United States. She challenged them to monitor Senate hearings on the problem and to get involved by writing or emailing their representatives in congress before it's too late. What form of motivation did Martha successfully employ in her speech?

• A) An appeal to patriotism
• B) An appeal to basic self-esteem and self-actualization needs
• C) A positive visualization
• D) A fear appeal

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