Chapter 4 Flashcards
Rhetorical Criticism
The process of using a method or standards to evaluate the effectiveness and appropriateness of messages.
Rhetoric
The process of using symbols to create meaning to achieve a goal.
Symbols
Words, images, and nonverbal cues used to create meaning in the minds of listeners.
Gathering info about your audience formally
develop a carefully written survey or questionnaire.
Gathering info informally
observations can be important in assessing obvious demographic characteristics.
ex: race, gender, age, sexual oreintation etc.
Nonverbal Responses
facial expressions, smiles and nods
Verbal Responses
Specific comments that indicate whether you succeed or failed.
Formulating a Purpose
βAt the end of my speech the audience will..β