Question 1

One strategy for making your point compelling is to include as many statistics as possible.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

For motivational persuasive presentations,a speaker would be wise to consider a problem-solution pattern of organization.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Hector,a registered nurse specializing in nutrition,gives a presentation on the benefits of a vegetarian diet.He is using

Accepted Answer

A)  hypothetical example. 
B)  layperson testimony. 
C)  expert testimony. 
D)  real example. 
E)  analogy. 
A)  hypothetical example. 
B)  layperson testimony. 
C)  expert testimony. 
D)  real example. 
E)  analogy.

Question 4

Which of the following would NOT be recommended when developing the main points of a presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Each main point should address several ideas. 
B)  Each main point should focus on only one idea. 
C)  Each main point supports the speech thesis. 
D)  Speeches contain two to five main points. 
E)  Main points can be divided into subpoints. 
A)  Each main point should address several ideas. 
B)  Each main point should focus on only one idea. 
C)  Each main point supports the speech thesis. 
D)  Speeches contain two to five main points. 
E)  Main points can be divided into subpoints.

Question 5

Words or phrases that link ideas together._______

Accepted Answer

The answer of Words or phrases that link ideas together._______...

Question 6

Relying on the words or experience of others._______

Accepted Answer

The answer of Relying on the words or experience of...

Question 7

Which of the following is an effective speech thesis?

Accepted Answer

A)  To inform my audience on why an Android-based phone is preferable to an Apple IOS-based phone. 
B)  To inform my audience on guns and the violence they cause. 
C)  Cyberbullying can be prevented. 
D)  The Internet and its use among the millennial generation. 
E)  Effects of the overuse of media on children. 
A)  To inform my audience on why an Android-based phone is preferable to an Apple IOS-based phone. 
B)  To inform my audience on guns and the violence they cause. 
C)  Cyberbullying can be prevented. 
D)  The Internet and its use among the millennial generation. 
E)  Effects of the overuse of media on children.

Question 8

Most speeches have at least four parts.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A verbal signal used to indicate that you're shifting to another point or idea._______

Accepted Answer

Transition

Question 10

In the text example of a briefing on visiting Las Vegas,what organizational pattern would be most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

A)  chronological 
B)  spatial 
C)  topical 
D)  problem-solution 
E)  cause-effect 
A)  chronological 
B)  spatial 
C)  topical 
D)  problem-solution 
E)  cause-effect

Question 11

In an introduction,it is important to remember to

Accepted Answer

A)  define your sources. 
B)  begin with,"Hi my name is ...and today I'm going to talk about ..." 
C)  begin with a specific purpose statement. 
D)  preview your main points first. 
E)  gain attention first and end with a preview of your main points. 
A)  define your sources. 
B)  begin with,"Hi my name is ...and today I'm going to talk about ..." 
C)  begin with a specific purpose statement. 
D)  preview your main points first. 
E)  gain attention first and end with a preview of your main points.

Question 12

Your conclusion is a good place to include information that you did not yet cover in the body of your presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

One strategy for making your point compelling is to include as many statistics as possible.

For motivational persuasive presentations,a speaker would be wise to consider a problem-solution pattern of organization.

Hector,a registered nurse specializing in nutrition,gives a presentation on the benefits of a vegetarian diet.He is using

Which of the following would NOT be recommended when developing the main points of a presentation?

Words or phrases that link ideas together._______

Relying on the words or experience of others._______

Which of the following is an effective speech thesis?

Most speeches have at least four parts.

A verbal signal used to indicate that you're shifting to another point or idea._______

In the text example of a briefing on visiting Las Vegas,what organizational pattern would be most appropriate?

In an introduction,it is important to remember to

Your conclusion is a good place to include information that you did not yet cover in the body of your 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

Delivering Your Speech

Informative Speeches

Persuasive Speeches

Interviewing Techniques and Strategies

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Exam 14: Composing Your Speech

One strategy for making your point compelling is to include as many statistics as possible.

For motivational persuasive presentations,a speaker would be wise to consider a problem-solution pattern of organization.

Hector,a registered nurse specializing in nutrition,gives a presentation on the benefits of a vegetarian diet.He is using

Which of the following would NOT be recommended when developing the main points of a presentation?

Words or phrases that link ideas together._______

Relying on the words or experience of others._______

Which of the following is an effective speech thesis?

Most speeches have at least four parts.

A verbal signal used to indicate that you're shifting to another point or idea._______

In the text example of a briefing on visiting Las Vegas,what organizational pattern would be most appropriate?

In an introduction,it is important to remember to

Your conclusion is a good place to include information that you did not yet cover in the body of your 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

Delivering Your Speech

Informative Speeches

Persuasive Speeches

Interviewing Techniques and Strategies

Filters