In giving the denotative meaning of the word "home," Kyle would very likely describe in detail the house he grew up in

You attend a networking event sponsored by the career center on your campus. At the networking event you are introduced to Brendan, and you immediately "hit it off" with him

Does this meeting signal the "beginning" of your communication with Brendan? You should develop a clear answer to this question and explain your answer. What will be an ideal response?

A speaker is addressing a diverse gathering at a graduation ceremony at a public

school in her hometown. She uses the opportunity of a captive audience to warn the graduating class and their parents that if they do not adhere to the teachings of her specific religion, they will suffer forever in the afterlife. In terms of her ethical obligation to her listeners, how would we evaluate the speaker's appeal? A) It is good—as well as often productive—to offend, especially a captive audience. B) She recognizes that the truth hurts sometimes but still must be spoken and heard. C) She is justified; she has employed the means necessary to arouse great passion. D) Some listeners will likely view her remarks as tasteless and of poor judgment.