purposive

What is the term used to describe English as a global language?

• Linguistic nationalism

• Conversant

• Cultural chauvinism

• Lingua Franca

According to the reading, what is the main purpose of understanding intercultural communication?

• To prove cultural superiority

• To compare and criticize other cultures

• To enforce linguistic nationalism

• To appreciate cultural diversities

What is the significance of the handshake in different cultures according to the text?

• It is a universal gesture with the same meaning everywhere

• It varies in meaning and style across different countries

• It is only used in business settings

• It is considered offensive in all cultures

What is the purpose of technical writing in the workplace?

• To confuse readers with complex language

• To provide accurate and clear information

• To express personal opinions and emotions

• To promote cultural chauvinism

What is the main component of an incident report in the workplace?

• Request memo, authorization, and announcement

• Introduction, body, and conclusion

• Instruction memo, transmittal memo, and business proposal

• Problem description, action taken, and recommendation

What is the primary purpose of a special-occasion speech?

• To persuade the audience

• To teach information

• To entertain the audience

• To perform a ritual

Which element of persuasion involves using logic to support a speaker's statements?

• Chronos

• Logos

• Pathos

• Ethos

What is the purpose of a speech of presentation?

• To accept an award

• To inform the audience

• To persuade the audience

• To praise or honor someone

In a question of fact, what does the speaker try to persuade the audience about?

• A specific viewpoint

• A change in behavior

• Whether something is true or false

• The importance of a topic

What is the purpose of a commencement address?

• To focus on the past

• To acknowledge the importance of the ceremony

• To honor the graduates

• To celebrate the present