Quizlet

Question 1

4 Types of reasoning

Answer 1

Reasoning from specific instances, reasoning from principle, causal reasoning, analogical reasoning

Question 2

How to assess reasoning?

Answer 2

• Avoid jumping to conclusions
• Make sure sample is large enough to justify
• Make sure fair, unbiased sources
• Give evidence
• Avoid assumptions
• Show parallel situation

Question 3

Four reasonings listeners are persuaded by speakers

Answer 3

1) the perceive the speaker as having high credibility 2) they are won over by the speaker’s evidence 3) they are convinced by the speaker’s reasoning 4) the are moved by the speaker’s emotional appeals

Question 4

3 ways to enhance credibility

Answer 4

1) explain your competence
2) establish common ground
3) deliver speeches fluently, expressively, and with conviction

Question 5

Methods to generate emotional appeal (3)

Answer 5

Use emotional language
Develop vivid examples
Speak with sincerity and conviction