Public speakers who seek to communicate with listeners from cultures other than their own need to take special care to avoid __________ in their speeches.
A) ethnocentrism
B) vocalized pauses
C) personal statements
D) visual aids
E) gestures

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Ethnocentrism, the belief in the inherent superiority of one's own ethnic group or culture, can hinder effective communication across different cultures. Public speakers must avoid assuming their cultural norms and values are universal to connect with a diverse audience.

Public Speakers Who Seek to Communicate with Listeners from Cultures