Political Problem

Question 1

Assignment:The third speech for this course is a persuasive speech that will identify a particular social problem of concern to the speaker and offer a solution to that problem.The general topic should focus on a social or political problem of significance to the general public but you must remember to adapt the presentation to the classroom audience.There are many possible variations on this theme of a “social problem,” and it might be focused at the university, local, state, federal, or even global level.The format for this third speech will also follow the general format of explaining a social problem (broadly construed) and offering a particular solution to it.Keep in mind that the description of persuasive speaking is that you may advocate a specific course of action (change in behavior, change in policy, etc.), seek to change the audience’s attitudes, beliefs, or values, or refute opposing views on the topic.You may use any of the speech organization structures discussed in class, but the design should (as always) complement both your topic and your method of presenting and resolving the problem.

 

Question 2

There is two different assignments that need to be done

In the lesson on oligopolies and monopolistic competition (The Whole Spectrum of the Market), Sal from Khan Academy creates a two-dimensional grid of the market types based on the number of competitors and the degree of product differentiation.

Identify one monopoly from which you buy a good or service.

Identify one oligopoly from which you buy a good or service.

Identify one monopolistic competitor that you buy a good or service from.

Share one effect you think these types of firms have on the quality of goods or services that you purchase. Is the quality affected positively or negatively? Provide a rationale for your answer.