1) Which of the following is not intended to demonstrate that Emily is knowledgeable about her topic: a. Emily asks the audience questions. b. Emily draws on information from diverse sources. c. Emily offers quotes from reputable organizations. d. Emily shares her first-hand experience

a.Emily asks the audience questions.

Explanation:

Asking the audience questions is not intended to demonstrate that Emily is knowledgeable about her topic, it is a way to keep the audience engaged and to access their knowledge level with regards to the topic being discussed, it is also a way of keeping the listener active. When a presentation goes on for long, participants tend to get bored, by asking them questions, the speaker help keep them active and glued to the presentation.

Drawing on information from diverse sources, quotes from reputable organizations and inclusion of first=hand experience during the speech are ways to proof how knowledgeable the speaker is of the topic he/she is presenting.