UK: Porton Down Science Park

What is the purpose of starting with a rhetorical question in a discussion?

• To provide an answer

• To end the discussion

• To engage the audience

• To confuse the audience

How can a rhetorical question affect the audience?

• It can make them laugh

• It can confuse them

• It can engage their thinking

• It can make them leave

Why might a speaker express gratitude during a presentation?

• To criticize the audience

• To show appreciation

• To end the presentation

• To change the topic

What is a common reason for a speaker to say 'Thanks' during a talk?

• To express sarcasm

• To acknowledge a contribution

• To end the talk

• To start a new topic

What does an affirmation usually indicate in a conversation?

• Disagreement

• Agreement

• Confusion

• Indifference