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Which statement about social networking sites is false?

A
Your personal information is protected from identity theft.
B
Business and social profiles should be kept separate.
C
Your privacy settings need to be updated regularly.
D
It is wise to be prudent when posting photos.
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What does not contribute to the effectiveness of the delivery of a speech?

A
religion
B
tone
C
clarity
D
organization
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Why should you take some time to reflect on the interview after it's over?

A
so you know what to say in the follow-up call the next day
B
to review what went well and learn how to do it better next time
C
because most interviews require that a follow-up evaluation be completed within two days
D
so you'll remember what you told them if you are offered the job
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E-mail is an acceptable professional communication for which kind of message?

A
personal, emotional issues
B
a notice of dismissal
C
a lengthy letter explaining a process
D
announcements for meetings
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Read the e-mail below and answer the question that follows. Is e-mail the best way to deliver this message? Explain why or why not, and then note any further actions the sender should take if the e-mail is going to be sent.

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Before you go to your interview, why is it a good idea to visit the company website as well as competing company websites?

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What are some verbal and nonverbal ways you can show confidence and competence during your interview?

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Which passage from Kennedy’s inaugural address is an example of an allusion?

A
“To our sister republics south of our border, we offer a special pledge—to convert our good words into good deeds—in a new alliance for progress . . . .”
B
“But this peaceful revolution of hope cannot become the prey of hostile powers.”
C
“ . . . a call to bear the burden of a long twilight struggle, year in and year out, ‘rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation’ . . .”
D
“If a free society cannot help the many who are poor, it cannot save the few who are rich.”
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Explain why the delivery of a speech is as important as the content of a speech. Describe ways in which John F. Kennedy delivered his inaugural speech to make it most effective.

Answer:

Responses may vary but should include some or all of the following information: John F. Kennedy set the tone of his speech with his presence and his word choice. Kennedy’s use of short, simple, everyday words and clear and obvious references (such as to biblical quotes) add clarity. His organization of relevant issues by category and chronological order keep listeners’ attention because they can easily follow his thoughts. Kennedy grabs and maintains his connection with the audience by directly addressing the audience and using “you.” Throughout his speech, Kennedy balances his logos, ethos, and pathos and is able to alter his tone to match the effect he hopes to have with the audience. Kennedy kept his speech short without leaving out relevant information, which was a courtesy to his outdoor audience standing in the January cold. Because Kennedy was so prepared and had practiced this important speech numerous times, he was able to deliver his speech with confidence and very few unplanned pauses. Kennedy was able to emphasize ideas he wanted to highlight through changing his tone and voice.

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Review the e-mail below and answer the question that follows. Which statement about this e-mail is true?

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A
The e-mail is correct, appropriate, and ready to send.
B
The e-mail should be edited for spelling.
C
The e-mail should be less formal in tone.
D
The e-mail should be more formal in tone.
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What kind of information can be found in the Occupational Outlook Handbook? I. descriptions of work environment II. training required for the position III. job outlook for each career

A
I only
B
II only
C
III only
D
I, II, and III
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Which passage from Kennedy’s inaugural address is an example of a metaphor?

A
“To those people in the huts and villages of half the globe struggling to break the bonds of mass misery . . .”
B
“[T]hose who foolishly sought power by riding the back of the tiger ended up inside.”
C
“All this will not be finished in the first one hundred days. Nor will it be finished in the first one thousand days, nor in the life of this Administration . . . .”
D
“Finally, whether you are citizens of America or citizens of the world, ask of us here the same high standards of strength and sacrifice which we ask of you.”
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Read the sample post below and answer the question that follows. Why should this individual reconsider sharing this information on a social networking site?

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Which statement is false?

A
The framing of words, phrases, or sentences should not be done in a speech.
B
The use of alliteration adds rhythm and memorability to a speech.
C
The speaker’s credibility with the audience is the ethos of the speech.
D
The tone, organization, and word choice affect the delivery of a speech.

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