Question 1
In terms of public speaking, persuasion is understood as the process of __________.
◦ influencing another person's attitudes, beliefs, values, and/or behaviors
◦ changing people's minds
◦ getting an audience to believe exactly what you believe
◦ convincing people to do something they have never done before
Question 2
Lyle's speech aims at getting his audience to vote in the upcoming election. Which goal of persuasive speeches best fits Lyle's topic?
◦ strengthen attitudes, beliefs, or values
◦ weaken attitudes, beliefs, or values
◦ change attitudes, beliefs, or values
◦ motivate the audience to take action