Speech act theory should be used to interpret messages

a. separately from a speaker's nonverbal behavior.
b. separately from the conversational context.
c. in conjunction with the characteristics of a situation.
d. in conjunction with the communication apprehension theory.
e. None of the above

c

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When used in a speech introduction, telling a story, asking a question, making a startling statement, and arousing curiosity are all methods of

A. previewing the body of the speech. B. establishing goodwill with the audience. C. enhancing the speaker's credibility. D. gaining the attention of the audience. E. revealing the topic of the speech.

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