__________ cultures place a high degree of importance on the spoken word

Sharon turns the TV off so she can speak with Ari without distractions. Across town, Eli decides to cut short his address to the school board since they are close to adjournment. These scenarios illustrate which of the commonalities shared by everyday conversation and public speaking?

a. The importance of expressing our ideas clearly. b. The importance of adapting to the situation. c. The importance of organizing what we want to say. d. The importance of considering listeners' perspectives.

Who is responsible for evaluating the reliability and credibility of supporting materials drawn from

Internet sources? A) the listeners B) the speaker C) the webmaster D) the author E) your teacher