In his speech, Jason attempts to persuade listeners that the assassination of President John F. Kennedy was the result of a conspiracy. Jason begins by establishing that a conspiracy is any occurrence of two or more people acting together to commit a crime. He then presents evidence that several people acted together to kill President Kennedy. He concludes by stating, "Therefore, the assassination was the result of a conspiracy." Jason's argument represents which form of reasoning?

Gender can be considered a

a. cultural variable. b. communication channel. c. physical context. d. social competency.

When having an interpreter working with you to present your speech, which of the following should be kept in mind?

a. Use as much humor as possible to keep the mood light. b. Use jargon to make audience members feel more comfortable. c. If you have many facts, figures, or other detailed data, write this information down before you speak, and give it to your interpreter. d. Since the interpreter is "repeating" your words, there is no need to meet with him or her prior to the speech.