Question

Tony received suggestions and advice from his neighbors and family while preparing his speech. He heard many funny (and nerve-wracking) stories about failed toasts, bumbled speeches, and sweaty palms. Tony hadn’t thought much about public speaking and never studied communication when he was in dental school, so he was surprised to learn that different techniques and philosophies could help him prepare his speech. One of his fellow dentists brought in a book from his daughter’s communication class titled Argue Like a Greek. To Tony’s surprise, the suggestions and advice in the book incorporated lessons that dated back 2,500 years. Match the following important figures in the history of public speaking with their contributions to the field. OOPS 3 of your answers are incorrect. HINT How did the study of public speaking evolve throughout the following periods in history: the Classical period, the Roman period, the Medieval period, the Renaissance, and the Enlightenment?

Answer 1

Answer: Over time, the study of communication has largely been prompted by the current social issues of particular time periods. Knowing this, we’ll examine the Classical, Medieval, Renaissance, and Enlightenment periods to find out what they learned about communication to help them understand the world around them. Next, we will highlight the rapid growth of contemporary communication.

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