Exam 12: Using Language  

"The flickering light othe fire revealed the fearful faces othe campers" is an example of

Antithesis and alliteration are excellent ways to enhance the imagery oa speech.

"The Olympic flame burns inside every competitor, igniting their desire to win gold" is an example ometaphor.

Zhu wants to create concern among her listeners about the dangers to civil liberties posed by government surveillance. She has decided to use words with strong connotative meanings because she knows they will help her

"In Italy, each meal is a journey, with fascinating destinations along the way" is an example of

To use language vividly, your textbook recommends that speakers employ

You can usually assume that ithe words you use are clear to you, they are also clear to your audience.

Language has a rhythm created by the choice and arrangement owords.

Ithe meaning oa word is clear to you, you can assume that it is also clear to your audience.

Which othe following words is the most concrete and specific?

As your textbook explains, using inclusive language in a speech is important primarily as a matter opolitical correctness.

"Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country" is an example ometaphor.

According to your textbook, "Despite progress in recent years, homosexuals still face many forms odiscrimination" is a good example oinclusive language.

"A voter without a ballot is like a soldier without a bullet" is an example of

Your textbook recommends using repetition and parallelism to enhance the __________ oyour speeches.

Using language with a strong rhythm can increase the impact oa speaker's words.

Which othe following is discussed in your textbook as a basic criterion for the effective use olanguage in public speaking?

Using inclusive language is important in public speaking both as a matter oaudience adaptation and as a matter oaccuracy in language.

The use orepetition in a speech usually results in parallelism.

In her speech about depression, Tanya, said: "A person suffering from depression can experience a variety osymptoms. He might have difficulty concentrating or making decisions; he might show signs ofatigue; he will probably lose interest in his favorite activities." Which othe guidelines for the inclusive use olanguage in public speaking mentioned in your textbook does this passage violate?