Which of the Following Key Phrases Would NOT Be Considered

question 27

Multiple Choice

Which of the following key phrases would NOT be considered developing a statement of central idea for a persuasive speech?

• A)to agree with
• B)to contribute to
• C)to accept that
• D)to demonstrate

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Definitions:

Benjamin Lee Whorf

An American linguist and fire prevention engineer known for his ideas on linguistic relativity, the hypothesis that language influences thought.

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