Question

which two statements are true concerning the use of rhythm in a speech?□ it is far more important to emphasize rhythm than meaning.□ rhythm can enhance the impact of the speakers words.□ rhythm is an innate talent that cannot be learned or acquired.□ there are four basic stylistic devices that speakers use to improve their rhythm.

Explanation:

• The core purpose of a speech is to convey meaning, so prioritizing rhythm over meaning is false.
• Rhythm (through pacing, pauses, etc.) draws listeners in and amplifies the effect of the speaker's message, so this is true.
• Rhythm in speaking can be learned through practice with techniques like pacing and phrasing, so the "innate only" claim is false.
• Speakers use established stylistic devices (such as parallelism, repetition, alliteration, and antithesis) to build speech rhythm, so this is true.

Answer:

Rhythm can enhance the impact of the speaker's words.
There are four basic stylistic devices that speakers use to improve their rhythm.