Whereas definitions create mental images for your listeners, descriptions explain or clarify the meaning of a word, phrase, or concept

When the general purpose of your speech is to ________, you act primarily as a teacher or lecturer.

A. persuade B. entertain C. convince D. inform E. convert

How is the current demographic diversity of business employees in the United States different from the past?

A. They are less likely to be females. B. They include a shrinking number of disabled employees. C. They are more ethnically diverse. D. They are younger.