Exam 11: Wording the Speech

______ reasoning is reasoning that relies on observation and specific instances or examples to build a case or argument.

In order for language to work, there must be a ______ understanding about what the words we are using mean to others.

Parallelism includes the repetition of which of the following?

______ meanings are variable and subjective.

Oral style is much more ______ than written style. You can get immediate feedback and respond in turn.

Meaning exists not in words, but in the ______.

The ______ meaning is variable and subjective.

Why is it important to consider culture when choosing our words and style?

When used well, words have the ability to cause the audience to feel intensely, overcoming their feelings of ______.

While they may make it easier for speakers to handle unpleasant subjects, ______ often also make it harder for audiences to develop a clear and accurate perception of what the speaker is saying.

When practicing your speech you should listen for the sound and ______ of your words.

What game plan can a speaker have or consider when choosing their words?

You should plan to use the pronouns I, us, me, we, and you in your speech. These pronouns will make your speech sound more ______.

Antithesis involves presenting ______ within the same or adjoining sentences.

"For too long, American leadership has waffled and wiggled and wavered" is an example of ______.

Used well, words can cause an audience to feel intensely, overcoming their ______.

If you select words that have audience appeal, words that succeed in moving others emotionally and intellectually, you are likely to establish a strong connection with your audience.

A speaker can adjust the wording of their speech by using antithesis, alliteration, parallelism, and understatements.

The ______ meaning is the word's dictionary definition.

Why is it important to be mindful of the appropriateness of the content of a speech?