Question

learning objective: explain the three types of persuasive speeches and their appropriate contexts.

andy is delivering a persuasive speech debunking the conspiracy theory that the moon landing was faked.

what type of persuasive speech is described in this example?

a.) a question of policy
b.) a question of morals
c.) a question of fact
d.) a question of value

Explanation:

Identify the speech goal

The speaker (Andy) is delivering a speech to debunk a conspiracy theory about the moon landing being faked, which focuses on proving whether an event actually occurred or is true.

Classify the type of persuasive speech

Speeches that argue the truth, falsity, or existence of an event or assertion address a question of fact.

Evaluate the options

• "A question of policy" advocates for a specific course of action or change in rules/laws.
• "A question of value" argues the morality, worth, or ethics of an idea.
• "A question of fact" argues whether something is true or false, which directly matches proving the reality of the moon landing.

Answer:

• a.) A question of policy
• b.) A question of morals
• c.) A question of fact (Correct answer)
• d.) A question of value