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Jackson gave a speech on stem cell research. In the introduction he stated his strong opinion about whether stem cell research was right or wrong. Jackson is demonstrating what?

Avoid plagiarismUse sound evidence and reasoningHave a clear, responsible goalPractice accommodationBe sensitive to and tolerant of differences

Amanda is about to give a speech on the Iraq War. She knows that there are people in the audience with very strong feelings about the war. If she is to be accommodating she should:

Skip the parts of her speech that would offendSay whatever she feels like saying even if people's feelings are hurtGive the speech being courteous and respectful to those that disagree with her. Pick a new topicAbandon her own beliefs so no one is offended

Sean gives a speech on the benefits of calcium. In the speech, Sean uses direct quotations that he found while researching his speech, but he does not credit the source of the information. This is an example of:

Parenthetical CitationsAcknowledgement of sourcesPatchwork plagiarismOral citationsNone of the above

Speakers are encouraged to balance their right to speak freely with the responsibility to speak:

Clearly and responsiblyHonestlyResponsiblyWith sensitivityAll of the above

Todd gave a speech about why there should be more laws concerning elderly driving. All his sources were from personal web pages and blogs. What ethical principle is Todd violating?

Be HonestBe sensitive to and tolerant of differencesUse sound evidence and reasoning Avoid PlagiarismHave a clear, responsible goal

Fred gives a persuasive speech on the importance of donating organs. Julie listens carefully to the speech and evaluates Fred's argument, including the evidence and reasoning presented. Julie is being an ethical audience member because she is:

Listening to attack Fred's messageListening criticallyListening for mistakesListening extemporaneously Listening for enjoyment

Raquel listens to Riley's speech about Dr. Seuss. Raquel is having trouble seeing the presentation aids, so she moves her head far to one side to better her view. Which guideline for ethical listening is Raquel following:

Be sensitive to differencesCommunicate expectations and feedbackListen appreciativelyListen criticallyBe tolerant of differences

JB gave a speech on the traditions of his country. He referred to the tradition of cousins marring each other. Pat whispered, "sick" and started laughing to himself. What principle of ethical listening is Pat violating?

Clear, responsible goalsAppreciative ListeningSensitive to and tolerant of differencesCommunicate your expectations and feedbackBe Honest

The right to speak freely is guaranteed by what amendment to the Constitution:

5^th2^nd8^th21^st1^st

The beliefs, values, and moral principles by which we determine what is right or wrong are called:

EthicsAttitudesFree speech actsCustomsResponsibilities

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