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Question 7 • DAEP English II A Q2 W2

What is the purpose of presenting a false dilemma in a speech?

Answer
A
to convince the audience that there are limited options
B
to convince the audience that an argument is flawed
C
to provide the audience with several alternative examples
D
to sway the audience to rush to an opinion without facts

Explanation

A false dilemma frames a situation as if there are only two choices, even when other possibilities exist. In a speech, this can pressure listeners to accept one of the limited options presented. So the purpose is to convince the audience that there are limited options.

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