Which of the following is a way to deliver an intellectually stimulating speech when an audience is already familiar with a speaker's topic?
A)By focusing only on the controversial aspects of the topic
B)By addressing the breadth and depth of the topic
C)By persuading the audience rather than informing
D)By limiting the speech to vivid verbal descriptions

Question

Which of the following is a way to deliver an intellectually stimulating speech when an audience is already familiar with a speaker's topic? 
A)By focusing only on the controversial aspects of the topic 
B)By addressing the breadth and depth of the topic 
C)By persuading the audience rather than informing 
D)By limiting the speech to vivid verbal descriptions

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

When an audience is already familiar with the topic, the speaker should aim to address the breadth and depth of the topic in order to provide new insights and perspectives. Focusing only on controversial aspects may create polarization and reduce intellectual stimulation, while limiting the speech to vivid verbal descriptions may not add any intellectual value. Additionally, persuading the audience is not necessarily the goal of an intellectually stimulating speech.

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