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Describe three goals of persuasive speeches.

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What are the three types of claims used in a persuasive speech?

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Describe the Elaboration Likelihood Model. What are the differences between central route and peripheral route processing of a message?

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Describe six ways in which a speaker may adapt his or her message for an audience.

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What four steps can you take to ensure that your persuasive speech is ethical?

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Describe two ways to organize a persuasive speech for each of the following: a fact claim, a value claim, and a policy claim.