In contrast to McLuhan's views on technology, ______ argued that television was the reason that there was a decline in the seriousness of public life by encouraging particular ways of thinking and speaking--undermining democracy.

Direct and assertive communication may be perceived as shallow in Japan because

a. this high-context culture values indirectness and modesty. b. this low-context culture values open and forceful communication. c. this high-context culture values open and forceful communication. d. this low-context culture values indirectness and modesty. e. None of the above.

Attacking your opponent's character or personality is an effective and ethical debating technique.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)