What is ethnocentrism? Why does it often pose a barrier to speakers who are addressing audiences of different racial, cultural, or ethnic background from the speaker? Identify two steps a speaker can take to avoid ethnocentrism in her or his speech.

What will be an ideal response?

Answers will vary.

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How does a speaker adapt the purpose of the speech to a specific audience? Provide an example.

What will be an ideal response?

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