Exam 2 Review

Which step of the IDEAS model is best demonstrated in the scenario below? Ms. Bianca wants free parking on campus. While researching her argument, she lists the possible pros and cons of free parking in Morgantown.

• Scrutinize

• Enumerate

• Deepen

• Identify

What hindering critical thinking habit is showcased in the following scenario? Your friend refuses to believe they were wrong, even after you have provided evidence (screenshots) that proves otherwise.

• Stereotyping

• Systematic

• Self-deception

• Conformity

Answer explanation

Make sure you know all the habits that hinder critical thinking!

What strong critical thinking habit is showcased in the following scenario? Even though you know there is endless information out there, you consider your conclusions about your FPA topic to be fairly accurate.

• Truth-seeking

• Confident

• Open-minded

• Face-saving

Answer explanation

Make sure you know all the strong critical thinking habits!

What cognitive skill is being demonstrated in the following scenario? You consider your own political biases as you listen to a political campaign ad.

• Interpretation

• Inference

• Self-Regulation

• Evaluation

Neal Brown delivers an inspiring speech to the football team during a game, using powerful words to encourage the team to win. Which of Cicero’s Five Canons does this represent?

• Delivery

• Arrangement

• Style

• Invention

The “public sphere” refers to a common physical setting where information is exchanged or public speaking occurs.

• True

• False

Which of the following is a proposition of fact?

• WVU has the best parking.

• WVU should have free parking.

• Parking at WVU is safe.

Aristotle was an ancient Greek philosopher who believed that public speaking could be used ethically. He was also known as the father of “rhetoric”.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

What is the type of rhetoric that is concerned with uncovering issues from the past?

• Deliberative

• Epideictic

• Forensic

There is a right time and place to deliver a message, Aristotle referred to this as _____.

• Logos

• Kairos

• Pathos