Premises are factual claims that are so widely accepted they have the status of "fact"

Which type of speech might tell listeners about topics such as the Great Recession, the perils of the greenhouse effect, and the volatility of global oil prices?

a. Informative b. Persuasive c. Activating d. Celebratory

If David were giving a speech about winter weather preparedness and wanted to find out about the audience's thoughts, feelings, or experiences they've had with the weather, what way of involving listeners would he use?

A) asking a rhetorical question B) polling listeners C) referring to specific listeners D) calling for participation E) asking for nonverbal responses