The essence of public speaking is to _____

A. challenge even the most calm person
B. give your audience something of value
C. gain supporters
D. demonstrate our humanness

B

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A chief difference between oral and written communication is ____

A) a writer's words should be instantly intelligible to readers B) a speaker's words should challenge the listener's knowledge of language C) a writer's words should operate at low levels of abstraction D) a speaker's words should be instantly intelligible to listeners

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In the context of closing techniques, a(n) ________ limits an interviewee's choices, then shows that the solution advocated by the interviewer has the most advantages and the fewest disadvantages.

A. summary close B. either-or close C. price close D. sense of urgency close

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