Unit 9 Lesson 1 Drive

What is the Goldilocks principle in the context of informative speeches?

• Giving too much information

• Giving too little information

• Meeting the audience where they are

• Ignoring the audience's needs

How can a speaker help an audience with no prior knowledge understand a topic?

• By using complex scientific terms

• By ignoring their lack of knowledge

• By assuming they already know

• By using metaphors or comparisons

What is cognitive dissonance?

• A contradictory set of thoughts

• A harmonious set of thoughts

• A clear understanding of a topic

• A lack of interest in a topic

What should a speaker avoid when engaging with a hostile audience?

• Maintaining credibility

• Belittling the audience

• Being respectful and unbiased

• Acknowledging controversies

How should a speaker handle a mixed audience?

• Focus only on the experts

• Ignore the beginners

• Use only technical language

• Toggle between different levels of understanding