According to psychologist Abraham Maslow, ________.
A) logic alone is enough to persuade an audience
B) the needs of people vary with their different generations, backgrounds, and cultures
C) all people share a common set of needs
D) it is impossible to address the psychological needs of an audience you don't know
E) emotional appeals to audiences cannot be effective
Ques. 2Which of the following types of evidence is illustrated by using information from a source that is considered to be credible?
A) Numerical data
B) Fact
C) Personal experience
D) Example
E) Anecdotal
Ques. 3How can a person establish credibility with his or her audience if the person is unknown to that audience?
A) Being modest and not mentioning her education or expertise
B) Maintaining a respectful distance from her audience before the presentation, so as not to violate the professional relationship with attempts at building rapport
C) Mentioning her professional relationship with a renowned expert in the field
D) Avoiding the discussion of work done by other experts in the field
E) Presenting a highly subjective idea that favors her own view point
Ques. 4Argumentation is defined as ________.
A) strengthening a weak position by overstating your case, diverting attention from problems, or even attacking an opponent
B) making your audience believe you have expertise and are trustworthy based on your knowledge, character, reputation, and behavior
C) a person with a reputation for honesty losing credibility by making statements that prove to be untrue or making promises that are not fulfilled
D) changing the mind of someone who is deeply interested in an issue, including people committed to an opposing point of view
E) taking a position, supporting the position with reasons, and then documenting those reasons with evidence
Ques. 5Which of the following is a professional way to establish credibility?
A) Maintain a safe and respectful distance from the audience
B) Avoid mentioning your key credentials so as not to sound boastful
C) Mention your relationship with someone your audiences knows and respects
D) Present a biased point of view that favors your requirements
E) Do not mention your educational qualifications and expertise