During his lecture, Dr. Soliz shakes his head up and down as a way of communicating "I am interested in what you are saying" to one of his students. In this instance, Dr. Soliz is using what function of nonverbal communication?

Ethical issues can arise at every stage of the speechmaking process.

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

Zhang Wei is running for election as county treasurer and is preparing a speech to persuade people to vote for him because he is the only candidate with a background in finance. He has crafted the following thesis statement: "Vote for me because I am the best candidate." Is this a good thesis statement, and if not, what is wrong with it?

A. This thesis statement makes exaggerated claims. B. This is a good thesis statement. C. This thesis statement is too abstract. D. This thesis statement fails to convey the speaker's message.