We will be giving persuasive speeches in this class. as a speaker, it is important to recognize the existence of others’ opinions, backgrounds, personally held biases and attitudes concerning any topic. this will inform your logic when approaching the subject and the type of research you present. as an audience member, you must recognize your own opinions, biases, etc. and be open to hear the speaker and his/her information prior to making an informed judgement. we all experience this possible communication barrier. it is which type of "noise"?

Most sociologists agree that: a. culture is central in shaping gender roles, but only in preliterate societies. b. biological factors have some influence, but cultural factors are more important determinants of gender roles. c. biological factors are influential in determining gender roles, but only in industrial or complex societies. d. biological factors only explain differences between men and women with regard to aggression and disease. e. there is no difference between the influences of culture or biology on the development of gender roles, as they are unpredictable.

How did the mountains on the oregon trail influence the timing of pioneers’ travels? a.) the pioneers wanted to avoid times when there was snow in the mountains. the pioneers wanted to spend as much time as possible enjoying the mountain scenery. b.) the pioneers crossed the mountains in late fall when the trees were bare and the views were good. c.) the pioneers were rugged people who were not impacted by the terrain they crossed at any time.

Which statement about jews is not correct? question 6 options: a: jews had been disliked and persecuted for many centuries. b: jews lived and worked in businesses throughout germany. c: many germans blamed jews for germany’s economic problems. d: jews began migrating to germany after the end of world war i.