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What is the primary purpose of the MMS framework in persuasive presentations?
What is the primary purpose of the MMS framework in persuasive presentations?
In the MMS framework, which part focuses on convincing the audience of a great need?
In the MMS framework, which part focuses on convincing the audience of a great need?
Which of the following describes deductive reasoning?
Which of the following describes deductive reasoning?
What is a major characteristic of inductive reasoning?
What is a major characteristic of inductive reasoning?
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What is an example of a categorical syllogism?
What is an example of a categorical syllogism?
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What is a false cause fallacy?
What is a false cause fallacy?
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What role does visualization play in the MMS framework?
What role does visualization play in the MMS framework?
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Which reasoning type concludes that if one thing happens, it causes another?
Which reasoning type concludes that if one thing happens, it causes another?
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What distinguishes an enthymeme from a standard syllogism?
What distinguishes an enthymeme from a standard syllogism?
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Which is a common pitfall to avoid when using logical reasoning?
Which is a common pitfall to avoid when using logical reasoning?
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Which part of the MMS framework is specifically aimed at prompting immediate action from the audience?
Which part of the MMS framework is specifically aimed at prompting immediate action from the audience?
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What type of reasoning involves drawing probable conclusions from specific instances?
What type of reasoning involves drawing probable conclusions from specific instances?
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In the context of deductive reasoning, what is a major premise?
In the context of deductive reasoning, what is a major premise?
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Which fallacy involves drawing a conclusion based on insufficient evidence or too few instances?
Which fallacy involves drawing a conclusion based on insufficient evidence or too few instances?
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What is the purpose of the visualization step in the MMS framework?
What is the purpose of the visualization step in the MMS framework?
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Which type of reasoning evaluates relationships based on assumed connections between events?
Which type of reasoning evaluates relationships based on assumed connections between events?
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Which part of the MMS framework aims to establish the audience's need for the proposed solution?
Which part of the MMS framework aims to establish the audience's need for the proposed solution?
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What type of syllogism is formed when the minor premise is omitted but the conclusion remains valid?
What type of syllogism is formed when the minor premise is omitted but the conclusion remains valid?
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Which fallacy misrepresents an argument by focusing on the individual rather than the argument's merits?
Which fallacy misrepresents an argument by focusing on the individual rather than the argument's merits?
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What logical structure involves a hypothetical condition leading to a specific outcome?
What logical structure involves a hypothetical condition leading to a specific outcome?
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Study Notes
MMS Persuasive Presentation Framework
- 5-part framework for persuasive presentations, designed to prompt immediate action
- Developed by a Purdue University speech professor
- Emphasizes ethical application, avoiding manipulation or deceit
5 Parts of MMS
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Attention: Grab attention using a quote, statistic, joke, shocking statement, etc.
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Need: Establish a strong need related to the topic; convince listeners that a problem exists. (Why is this important?)
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Satisfaction: Provide a clear solution and specific steps for the audience to follow.
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Visualization: Help visualize the benefits of taking action. Picture what life would look like after implementing the steps.
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Action: Encourage immediate action with a clear call to action (e.g., email address, phone number).
Logical Reasoning in Public Speaking
- Crucial for credibility and persuasiveness, relies on evidence to support claims
- Reasoning = the logical path taken to reach conclusions
- Two main types of logical reasoning:
Deductive Reasoning
- Reaches certain or inevitable conclusions based on premises. Uses syllogisms (3-part structure).
- Categorical: Conclusion based on membership in categories. Example: All men are mortal; Socrates is a man; therefore, Socrates is mortal.
- Enthymeme: Minor premise is implied or omitted; the conclusion remains valid. Example: (major premise: all dogs are mammals), (minor premise: Golden retrievers are dogs), conclusion (Golden retrievers are mammals)
- Disjunctive: Presents mutually exclusive alternatives. Example: We will either drive or fly to Vegas; we will not drive. Therefore we will fly.
- Conditional: Conclusion is dependent on a hypothetical condition. Example: If I eat at home, I will save money. I eat at home. Therefore, I will save money.
Inductive Reasoning
- Reaches probable conclusions based on specific instances.
- Generalization: Conclusions based on repeated observations. Example: Every dog I've seen chases squirrels, therefore all dogs chase squirrels. (Flawed if generalization is too broad)
- Causal Reasoning: One thing causes an effect. Needs tests of directness and strength of the action, relation.
- Sign Reasoning: Conclusions based on preceding or co-existing events. Example: Smoke indicates fire.
- Analogical Reasoning: Two similar things have similar conditions. Example: If I can teach a dog to sit, I can teach a cat to sit.
Common Logical Fallacies
- Errors in reasoning that weaken arguments
- Examples: hasty generalization, false cause, false analogy, bandwagon, red herring, straw man, ad hominem, either/or, slippery slope, appeal to tradition
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Description
Explore the 5-part MMS framework for effective persuasive presentations. Developed by a Purdue University professor, this quiz assesses your understanding of each component: Attention, Need, Satisfaction, Visualization, and Action. Learn how to ethically use these elements to prompt immediate action from your audience.
