Exam 13: C: Organizing, Outlining, and Writing Presentations

Describe the test the authors suggest for ensuring that your main points are on the right track.

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Ask yourself, "Does this point prove my thesis?" "Does this point help me achieve my specific purpose?" If you can answer yes with confidence, you are on the right track.

What is allusion, and why would a speaker use it in a speech?

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Allusion makes a vague or indirect reference to people, historical events, or concepts to give deeper meaning to a message. It is useful for grounding a speech by giving it context that goes beyond what the speaker is saying and can evoke emotional responses without the speaker having to make direct statements.

What organizational pattern do the following main points utilize? I. Single-family homes offer homeowners privacy and a great investment opportunity but require maintenance work and are too expensive for some first-time buyers. II. Condos and townhomes offer homeowners an affordable, low-maintenance housing option but are less private and appreciate in value at a slower rate than single-family homes do.

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Provide an example of a simile.

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In your own words, define a transition.

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List four strategies for grabbing an audience's attention at the beginning of a speech.

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What is wrong with the following excerpt from a phrase outline describing how to make stained glass? I. Select and cut out design A. Use the right kind of scissors II. Trace paper pieces onto glass A. Use waterproof marker

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Provide an example of a signpost.

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Besides grabbing attention, what else should a speaker accomplish during the introduction of a speech?

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What are the purposes of internal previews and summaries?

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A ____________ is the final speech plan, complete with details, delivery tips, and notes about presentational aids. Answer Key

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For which of the three general purposes discussed in the text would the problem-solution pattern be best suited?

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What is the difference between simile and metaphor?

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List the five steps in the motivated sequence.

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Exam 13: C: Organizing, Outlining, and Writing Presentations

Describe the test the authors suggest for ensuring that your main points are on the right track.

What is allusion, and why would a speaker use it in a speech?

Provide an example of a simile.

In your own words, define a transition.

List four strategies for grabbing an audience's attention at the beginning of a speech.

What is wrong with the following excerpt from a phrase outline describing how to make stained glass? I. Select and cut out design A. Use the right kind of scissors II. Trace paper pieces onto glass A. Use waterproof marker

Provide an example of a signpost.

Besides grabbing attention, what else should a speaker accomplish during the introduction of a speech?

What are the purposes of internal previews and summaries?

A ____________ is the final speech plan, complete with details, delivery tips, and notes about presentational aids. Answer Key

For which of the three general purposes discussed in the text would the problem-solution pattern be best suited?

What is the difference between simile and metaphor?

List the five steps in the motivated sequence.

A: Communication: Essential Human Behavior

B: Communication: Essential Human Behavior

C: Communication: Essential Human Behavior

D: Communication: Essential Human Behavior

A: Perceiving the Self and Others

B: Perceiving the Self and Others

C: Perceiving the Self and Others

D: Perceiving the Self and Others

A: Communication and Culture

B: Communication and Culture

C: Communication and Culture

D: Communication and Culture

A: Verbal Communication

B: Verbal Communication

C: Verbal Communication

D: Verbal Communication

A: Nonverbal Communication

B: Nonverbal Communication

C: Nonverbal Communication

D: Nonverbal Communication

A: Listening

B: Listening

C: Listening

A: Developing and Maintaining Relationships

B: Developing and Maintaining Relationships

C: Developing and Maintaining Relationships

D: Developing and Maintaining Relationships

A: Managing Conflict in Relationships

B: Managing Conflict in Relationships

C: Managing Conflict in Relationships

D: Managing Conflict in Relationships

A: Communicating in Groups

B: Communicating in Groups

C: Communicating in Groups

D: Communicating in Groups

A: leadership and Decision Making in Groups

B: leadership and Decision Making in Groups

C: leadership and Decision Making in Groups

D: Leadership and Decision Making in Groups

A: Communicating in Organizations

B: Communicating in Organizations

C: Communicating in Organizations

D: Communicating in Organizations

A: Preparing and Researching Presentations

B: Preparing and Researching Presentations

C: Preparing and Researching Presentations

D: Preparing and Researching Presentations

A: Organizing, Outlining, and Writing Presentations

B: Organizing, Outlining, and Writing Presentations

D: Organizing, Outlining, and Writing Presentations

A: Delivering Presentations

B: Delivering Presentations

C: Delivering Presentations

D: Delivering Presentations

A: Informative Speaking

B: Informative Speaking

C: Informative Speaking

D: Informative Speaking

A: Persuasive Speaking

B: Persuasive Speaking

C: Persuasive Speaking

D: Persuasive Speaking

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