COMM 5 Midterm Review

Question 1

What is an example of a debate team successfully “clashing” with their opponent’s argument?

Accepted Answer

Directly addressing and refuting the opponent’s claims with evidence

Question 2

Lisa is debating whether schools should require financial literacy courses. What's an example of logos she might use?

Accepted Answer

Citing stats showing that students with financial education have lower debt

Question 3

In debate, what does “burden of proof” mean?

Accepted Answer

The responsibility to provide evidence to support a claim

Question 4

A debate team spends all their time repeating main points instead of responding to opponent’s arguments. What is likely?

Accepted Answer

They will lose credibility for failing to address counterarguments

Question 5

What does Marteney say is the first step to constructive conflict resolution?

Accepted Answer

Understanding the nature of the disagreement

Question 6

What does Marteney say about “winning by losing” in argumentation?

Accepted Answer

Losing a debate can still lead to personal growth & critical thinking

Question 7

A company wants to market a new product. Which is an example of using subjective norms to persuade customers?

Accepted Answer

Showing that many influential people and celebrities are using the product

Question 8

Why is defining key terms important in an argument?

Accepted Answer

It ensures that both sides are discussing the same ideas clearly

Question 9

Which of the following best demonstrates how subjective norms influence behavior?

Accepted Answer

A student decides to join a study group because their friends encourage it

Question 10

Which of the following best describes “framing” in persuasion?

Accepted Answer

Presenting information in a way that influences how it is perceived

Question 11

According to the TPB, which of the following best explains why people often fail to keep New Year's resolutions?

Accepted Answer

They have low perceived behavioral control over the change

Question 12

During cross-examination in a debate, the best strategy is to:

Accepted Answer

Ask clear, direct questions to expose weaknesses in the opponent’s argument

Question 13

According to Worthington, persuasion is most effective when:

Accepted Answer

The audience is motivated and able to process the message

Question 14

A company wants to persuade people to buy electric cars. Which of the following is an example of using pathos?

Accepted Answer

Showing a video of a child breathing polluted air next to a highway

Question 15

What is the primary difference between persuasion and coercion?

Accepted Answer

Persuasion allows free choice, while coercion involves force or pressure

Question 16

A commercial states, “4 out of 5 dentists recommend this toothpaste.” Which persuasive appeal is being used?

Accepted Answer

Ethos

Question 17

What is the role of warrants in the Toulmin Model?

Accepted Answer

They provide reasoning connecting evidence to the claim

Question 18

Which of the following best describes perceived behavioral control in the Theory of Planned Behavior?

Accepted Answer

A person’s belief in their capability to perform a behavior

Question 19

Which of the following is the best example of an effective cross-examination question in a debate?

Accepted Answer

“Can you clarify how your proposed solution would be funded?”

Question 20

What is the primary purpose of an argument in a debate?

Accepted Answer

To persuade an audience using reasoning and evidence

Question 21

Lisa is trying to convince her boss to allow remote work. With Theory of Planned Behavior, which strategy would be best?

Accepted Answer

Emphasizing research showing increased productivity with remote work

Question 22

In a formal debate, what should the affirmative team do if the negative team presents a strong counterargument?

Accepted Answer

Acknowledge argument, refute it with evidence, and reinforce their position

Question 23

Which of the following best demonstrates cognitive dissonance?

Accepted Answer

A smoker feeling uncomfortable when reading about the dangers of smoking

Question 24

According to Marteney, what does “clash” in debate refer to?

Accepted Answer

Direct engagement with the opponent’s arguments

Question 25

In the Theory of Planned Behavior, “subjective norms” refer to:

Accepted Answer

Perceived social pressure to perform a behavior

COMM 5 Midterm Review

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COMM 5 Midterm Review

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