Part A Choosing a Topic

To begin preparing a presentation, start by considering the topic. For this activity, you will select any topic connected to this unit and create a persuasive presentation. For example, you could choose a topic about postmodern literature or Beat poetry, such as these examples:

Motif became one of the most important elements of postmodern narratives, such as in John Updike’s "The Brown Chest."
Beat poetry emerged from the need to amend social injustices in society.
You can select any topic connected to the unit. Make sure to pick a topic that you find interesting and wish to learn more about. Choose a position on the topic. Your presentation should persuade your audience about your viewpoint.

As you select your topic, consider two important aspects of any public speaking opportunity: purpose and audience. Make sure you have a firm understanding of why and to whom you will be presenting. This information will help determine your topic and the tone of your speech. Obviously, a presentation on marine life would not be appropriate for an assignment on tragic heroes in your literature class, nor would it be appropriate for a group of experienced marine biologists who already know its contents.

Type your chosen topic and notes about your position on the topic in the space provided.

Read the excerpt below from "letter from birmingham jail" and then answer the question below: "my citing the creation of tension as part of the work of the nonviolent resister may sound rather shocking. but i must confess that i am not afraid of the word "tension." i have earnestly opposed violent tension, but there is a type of constructive, nonviolent tension which is necessary for growth. just as socrates felt that it was necessary to create a tension in the mind so that individuals could rise from the bondage of myths and half truths to the unfettered realm of creative analysis and objective appraisal, so must we see the need for nonviolent gadflies to create the kind of tension in society that will men rise from the dark depths of prejudice and racism to the majestic heights of understanding and brotherhood." how does king's repetition of the term "tension" impact the meaning of the text? dr. king says that he is afraid of the word tension and he doesn't think it is necessary. dr. king repeats the word tension to explain how he sees the word as a negative force that discourages change. dr. king repeats the word tension unintentionally, and it doesn't impact the meaning of the text. dr. king repeats the word tension to support how he views the word tension as positive and growth-producing.

Which sentence is an example of an i-statement? a) this is by far the worst report you have ever submitted b) your report has so many mistakes that we can’t use it c) i am unhappy to learn that you overlooked crucial details in the report. we just lost a potential client d) i guess the person who wrote this repost didn’t understand the consequences of submitting poor quality work

Lily created comment cards to give customer during the month of july. she takes all the feedback she received and determines how the company needs to improve its product.now that the product is improved,lily is launching a social media campaign to let customers know about the changes.in what department does lily most likly work?