Asked by Emaree Reeves on Jun 24, 2024
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While addressing his associates, Louis, the manager of an organization, used phrases like "Imagine what you would do …" and "What would you do if the following experience happened to you?" What does the use of such expressions signify?
A) Louis used hypothetical illustrations in his speech.
B) Louis used literal analogies in his speech.
C) Louis used operational classifications in his speech.
D) Louis used figurative analogies in his speech.
Hypothetical Illustrations
Scenarios or examples provided to explain a concept, which are not real but used for the purpose of explanation.
Literal Analogies
Comparisons made directly and specifically between two things that share common characteristics or relationships.
Figurative Analogies
Comparisons that draw relationships between two different things based on resemblance in some aspects, often used to explain complex ideas or emotions.
- Differentiate various kinds of analogies and their applications in oratory.
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Jasmine WelchJun 26, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Louis's use of phrases like "Imagine what you would do …" and "What would you do if the following experience happened to you?" indicates that he was using hypothetical illustrations. These phrases prompt listeners to envision themselves in certain situations, which is characteristic of hypothetical scenarios rather than literal or figurative analogies, or operational classifications.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate various kinds of analogies and their applications in oratory.