At which of the following would you be most likely to hear a persuasive speech on a question of fact?
A church service
B. A jury trial
C. An awards ceremony
D. An awards ceremony
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The three types of questions that give rise to persuasive speeches are
A. Questions of opinion, fact, and policy
B. Questions of problem, cause and solution
C. Questions of fact, value and policy
D. Questions of opinion, attitude and value
Which of the following is an instance of persuasive speaking:
A president of a company presenting an award to an outstanding employee
B. A judge explaining the rules of evidence to a jury in a criminal trial
C. A marketing manager explaining a new product to the company's sales force
D. A union representative urging management to avoid a strike by raising wages
E. A scientist reporting research results at a professional meeting
"To persuade my audience that capital punishment does not deter people from committing crimes such as murder: is a specific purpose statement for a persuasive speech on a question of policy.
A. True
B. False
There is a leadership opportunity at NC State that really interests you. You would like to apply for the opportunity, but are nervous about the public speaking duties that may be necessary. What should you do?
Apply for the position. Public speakers are made, not born.
B. Do not apply for the position. Public speakers are born, not made.
C. Apply for the position but skip any public speaking duties that become necessary.
D. Avoid all positions and opportunities that involve public speaking.