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What can a speaker do to ensure that they are respectful of their audience, especially when speaking to a skeptical audience or an audience that has different values than their own? What considerations should a speaker take if they are presenting a topic that is new to the audience?

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Be Honest and Avoid Plagiarism. Credible public speakers are open and honest with their audiences. Identify Your Sources. Decide When to Cite. Cite Sources Properly. Understand Paraphrasing and Direct Quotations. Develop Accurate Citations. Set Responsible Speech Goals. Promote Diversity.

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