In Patrick Henry’s famous speech, the phrase, “Give me liberty, or give me death,” is what kind of figure of speech?

Which of the following is discussed in your textbook as a basic criterion for the effective use of language in public speaking?

A. Use language clearly. B. Use language appropriately. C. Use language technically. D. All the answers are correct. E. both use language appropriately and clearly.

In his speech class, Gavin's first speech assignment is to interview a classmate and tell the class about the classmate's past, as well as his or her current activities and hopes for the future. Gavin's goal for the speech is

A. to inform. B. to introduce. C. to entertain. D. to give honor.