Using bakchannel cues such as "uh-huh" signal to the speaker that you are paying attention

What should a speaker understand about religious topics?

A) Conventional wisdom still applies: avoid talking about religion. B) Only those with formal education in religion should address religious topics. C) We cannot ignore the role of religion in public life and must respect differences. D) If one is religious, it is socially acceptable to seek converts wherever one speaks.

Jerry is a politician who calls a press conference after being accused of taking bribes.Instead of addressing the accusations in the press conference, Jerry speaks about the evils of child pornography. What fallacy is Jerry practicing?

a. red herring b. appeal to misplaced authority c. hasty generalization d. either/or