Question 1

Informative presentations have two primary functions.What is one of those functions?

Accepted Answer

A)  to motivate 
B)  to ascertain values 
C)  to influence policies 
D)  to impact beliefs 
E)  to raise awareness 
A)  to motivate 
B)  to ascertain values 
C)  to influence policies 
D)  to impact beliefs 
E)  to raise awareness

Question 2

The statement "So as you can see,most materials that wind up in your recycle bin can be in a compost pile" reflects what strategy to help listeners?

Accepted Answer

A)  signposts 
B)  internal summaries 
C)  transitions 
D)  connectives 
E)  motivational appeals 
A)  signposts 
B)  internal summaries 
C)  transitions 
D)  connectives 
E)  motivational appeals

Question 3

Presentations that describe an event or tell a story._______

Accepted Answer

Narrative

Question 4

Narrative presentations are best suited for what type of organizational pattern?

Accepted Answer

A)  topical pattern 
B)  spatial pattern 
C)  chronological pattern 
D)  cause-effect pattern 
E)  narrative pattern 
A)  topical pattern 
B)  spatial pattern 
C)  chronological pattern 
D)  cause-effect pattern 
E)  narrative pattern

Question 5

By comparing the seasonal flu to the Zika virus,a speaker would be making a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  expository presentation. 
B)  demonstration presentation. 
C)  narrative presentation. 
D)  comparison/contrast presentation. 
E)  connective. 
A)  expository presentation. 
B)  demonstration presentation. 
C)  narrative presentation. 
D)  comparison/contrast presentation. 
E)  connective.

Question 6

Presentations that educate an audience about a topic.______

Accepted Answer

Informativ

Question 7

Noise can include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  mobile phone ringing. 
B)  someone talking nearby. 
C)  overly warm or cool room. 
D)  distractions from other apps. 
E)  positive disruptions. 
A)  mobile phone ringing. 
B)  someone talking nearby. 
C)  overly warm or cool room. 
D)  distractions from other apps. 
E)  positive disruptions.

Question 8

What type of informative speech would be most appropriate for a speech on understanding the benefits of getting a flu shot?

Accepted Answer

A)  process 
B)  narrative 
C)  expository 
D)  comparison/contrast 
E)  demonstration 
A)  process 
B)  narrative 
C)  expository 
D)  comparison/contrast 
E)  demonstration

Question 9

Presentations that present similarities and differences between ideas,events,or people._______

Accepted Answer

Comparison

Question 10

A speaker can increase an audience's understanding by using

Accepted Answer

A)  information overload. 
B)  topical pattern of organization. 
C)  denotative meanings. 
D)  connotative meanings. 
E)  chronological pattern of organization. 
A)  information overload. 
B)  topical pattern of organization. 
C)  denotative meanings. 
D)  connotative meanings. 
E)  chronological pattern of organization.

Question 11

By providing repetition,internal summaries can increase a listener's ability to recall information later.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Guidelines for preparing an informative presentation include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  choose a topic that you find uninteresting 
B)  choose a topic that you are unfamiliar with 
C)  use a written style 
D)  choose a topic that does not relate to the audience's interest 
E)  choose a topic that you care about 
A)  choose a topic that you find uninteresting 
B)  choose a topic that you are unfamiliar with 
C)  use a written style 
D)  choose a topic that does not relate to the audience's interest 
E)  choose a topic that you care about

Question 13

"To describe Woodstock as a three-day event of music and peace" would be best suited for which informative presentation type?

Accepted Answer

A)  narrative 
B)  comparison/contrast 
C)  demonstration 
D)  expository 
E)  process 
A)  narrative 
B)  comparison/contrast 
C)  demonstration 
D)  expository 
E)  process

Question 14

An informative presentation with a speech thesis of "Creating a compost pile involves easy steps,using common household materials" is an example of a process or demonstration presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

When an instructor gains attention by saying,"You might see this information again," he or she is adhering to which guideline for informative presentations?

Accepted Answer

A)  capturing listeners' attention 
B)  choosing a topic you care about 
C)  using everyday language 
D)  making your speech understandable 
E)  helping the audience remember your message 
A)  capturing listeners' attention 
B)  choosing a topic you care about 
C)  using everyday language 
D)  making your speech understandable 
E)  helping the audience remember your message

Question 16

Informative presentations can both raise awareness as well as provide an in-depth explanation about a topic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

While there are similarities between informative and persuasive speaking,there are significant differences.What is a difference between the two types of speeches?

Accepted Answer

A)  Persuasive speeches require that listeners understand the topic better. 
B)  Informative speeches maintain a neutral point of view. 
C)  Informative speeches seek to reinforce attitudes. 
D)  Persuasive speeches avoid the use of motivational appeals. 
E)  Informative and persuasive speeches share similar goals. 
A)  Persuasive speeches require that listeners understand the topic better. 
B)  Informative speeches maintain a neutral point of view. 
C)  Informative speeches seek to reinforce attitudes. 
D)  Persuasive speeches avoid the use of motivational appeals. 
E)  Informative and persuasive speeches share similar goals.

Question 18

Which of the following statements reflects the distinction between informative and persuasive speaking?

Accepted Answer

A)  Persuasion can be accomplished without attempting to inform. 
B)  Information cannot be presented without attempting to persuade the audience. 
C)  The speaker's specific purpose distinguishes the two forms of speaking. 
D)  Informative speaking is more entertaining than persuasive speaking. 
E)  There are few differences between informative and persuasive speaking. 
A)  Persuasion can be accomplished without attempting to inform. 
B)  Information cannot be presented without attempting to persuade the audience. 
C)  The speaker's specific purpose distinguishes the two forms of speaking. 
D)  Informative speaking is more entertaining than persuasive speaking. 
E)  There are few differences between informative and persuasive speaking.

Question 19

"To reinforce" is an example of an effective specific purpose statement for an informative speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

One's speech thesis is based on the specific purpose statement defined for your informative presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Informative presentations have two primary functions.What is one of those functions?

The statement "So as you can see,most materials that wind up in your recycle bin can be in a compost pile" reflects what strategy to help listeners?

Presentations that describe an event or tell a story._______

Narrative presentations are best suited for what type of organizational pattern?

By comparing the seasonal flu to the Zika virus,a speaker would be making a(n)

Presentations that educate an audience about a topic.______

Noise can include all of the following EXCEPT

What type of informative speech would be most appropriate for a speech on understanding the benefits of getting a flu shot?

Presentations that present similarities and differences between ideas,events,or people._______

A speaker can increase an audience's understanding by using

By providing repetition,internal summaries can increase a listener's ability to recall information later.

Guidelines for preparing an informative presentation include which of the following?

"To describe Woodstock as a three-day event of music and peace" would be best suited for which informative presentation type?

An informative presentation with a speech thesis of "Creating a compost pile involves easy steps,using common household materials" is an example of a process or demonstration presentation.

When an instructor gains attention by saying,"You might see this information again," he or she is adhering to which guideline for informative presentations?

Informative presentations can both raise awareness as well as provide an in-depth explanation about a topic.

While there are similarities between informative and persuasive speaking,there are significant differences.What is a difference between the two types of speeches?

Which of the following statements reflects the distinction between informative and persuasive speaking?

"To reinforce" is an example of an effective specific purpose statement for an informative speech.

One's speech thesis is based on the specific purpose statement defined for your informative presentation.

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Exam 16: Informative Speeches

Informative presentations have two primary functions.What is one of those functions?

The statement "So as you can see,most materials that wind up in your recycle bin can be in a compost pile" reflects what strategy to help listeners?

Presentations that describe an event or tell a story._______

Narrative presentations are best suited for what type of organizational pattern?

By comparing the seasonal flu to the Zika virus,a speaker would be making a(n)

Presentations that educate an audience about a topic.______

Noise can include all of the following EXCEPT

What type of informative speech would be most appropriate for a speech on understanding the benefits of getting a flu shot?

Presentations that present similarities and differences between ideas,events,or people._______

A speaker can increase an audience's understanding by using

By providing repetition,internal summaries can increase a listener's ability to recall information later.

Guidelines for preparing an informative presentation include which of the following?

"To describe Woodstock as a three-day event of music and peace" would be best suited for which informative presentation type?

An informative presentation with a speech thesis of "Creating a compost pile involves easy steps,using common household materials" is an example of a process or demonstration presentation.

When an instructor gains attention by saying,"You might see this information again," he or she is adhering to which guideline for informative presentations?

Informative presentations can both raise awareness as well as provide an in-depth explanation about a topic.

While there are similarities between informative and persuasive speaking,there are significant differences.What is a difference between the two types of speeches?

Which of the following statements reflects the distinction between informative and persuasive speaking?

"To reinforce" is an example of an effective specific purpose statement for an informative speech.

One's speech thesis is based on the specific purpose statement defined for your informative presentation.

Introduction to Communication

Self and Perception

Mediated Communication

Understanding Culture

Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Active Listening

Managing Conflict

Principles of Interpersonal Communication

Managing Interpersonal Relationships

Small Group Communication

Leadership in Group Communication

Preparing Your Speech

Composing Your Speech

Delivering Your Speech

Persuasive Speeches

Interviewing Techniques and Strategies

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