Persuading a peace activist to support a war involves is an example of the most challenging goal of persuasive speaking because it requires:
Which of the following is not a goal of a persuasive speaking?
List 3 examples of speech topics that would benefit from an emotional appeal focused on physical needs.
Students answers will vary. Examples include: feeding the hungry, providing shelter for the homeless etc...answers should relate to people’s physical needs.
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One way a Lincoln-Douglas debate differs from a policy debate is that in a Lincoln-Douglas debate,
During the debate, Moritz listens to Giovanna speak. He makes eye contact with her, paying close attention to what she says, and takes notes on key points she makes.To be an active listener, Moritz should
Explain the three goals of persuasive speaking. Which goal is the hardest to achieve and why?
Answers will vary. Students should list: 1. Strengthen/weaken attitudes, beliefs, values 2. Change attitudes, beliefs, values 3. To motivate to action The hardest to achieve is to #2 - Change attitudes, beliefs, values. It is hard to convince someone to change anything.
What is ‘self-actualization’? Write a brief statement a speaker could use to appeal to a person’s desire for self-actualization.
Self-actualization is the desire to be the ‘best you can be’. Student examples will vary.
Another way of looking at attitudes is what a person __________ or ___________.
Define “emotional appeal”.
An emotional appeal is an appeal to your listener’s feelings, needs, desires and wants.
Write a brief statement the illustrates the use of cause and effect as part of a logical appeal.
Student answers will vary.
Write a brief statement the demonstrates a credibility appeal.
Answers will vary but should refer to the speakers good character, expertise or general knowledge and experience.
List 3 speech topics addressing questions of fact.
Student answers will vary.
Another way of looking at attitudes is what a person __________ or ___________.
When concluding his speech, Martin says, “And so, I want to encourage each of you to donate the $500 it will take to build a well. If we each donate $500, we will be able to build dozens of wells!”What is the problem with Martin’s request? What would be a more appropriate conclusion?
Which of the following is an example of how to identify with your audience?
Read the excerpt from a high school newspaper.At yesterday’s debate, tensions were high as the teams waited for Mia Song to state the resolution. Despite the short prep time, Washington team members Enzo Garcia and Nicole Marconi had no problem speaking first, explaining their support for recent actions in the Middle East. The Taft team went second, making a strong counterclaim, but their argument didn’t have as much supporting evidence. There was a tense hush while the judges deliberated, followed by cheers and applause when Washington won.
Trying to inspire someone to vote at the next election involves:
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