Question 1

When you are in the note taking process, don't just cut and paste.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature is a helpful source for locating:

Accepted Answer

A) recent articles and data. 
B) recent primary research. 
C) historical context. 
D) credible versus non-legitimate resources. 
A) recent articles and data. 
B) recent primary research. 
C) historical context. 
D) credible versus non-legitimate resources.

Question 3

It is important to revise your outline during the organization process and during the editing process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Discuss at least 6 strategies in the chapter you will use to prepare for your next research paper.

Accepted Answer

1. Start early: Begin your research and

Question 5

According to Peter Drucker, known a noted management expert, the ability organize and express ideas in writing and speaking is:

Accepted Answer

A) the most valuable thing for a future employee to know. 
B) a basic skill learned in college. 
C) a skill one learns on the job. 
D) an ingredient vital for life success. 
A) the most valuable thing for a future employee to know. 
B) a basic skill learned in college. 
C) a skill one learns on the job. 
D) an ingredient vital for life success.

Question 6

Darren is the Best Man at the wedding of his friend Tyler to his longtime girlfriend Marie.Darren and Tyler have known each other since they were in kindergarten, and Darren is known for his public speaking ability.At the wedding reception, Darren was very comfortable, made eye contact and spoke in clear, well-organized thoughts.Darren also told several funny stories about Tyler as a child, about Tyler's fraternity days, and about how Tyler didn't even think Marie was pretty after their first date.Unexpectedly, only about half the audience laughed at the stories, and some people even looked confused or uncomfortable.What was Darren's biggest mistake?

Accepted Answer

A) Darren didn't think enough about his topic or what he wanted to talk about. 
B) Darren's speech rambled too much from one story to the next. 
C) Darren failed to understand the occasion. 
D) Darren did not get the audience involved. 
A) Darren didn't think enough about his topic or what he wanted to talk about. 
B) Darren's speech rambled too much from one story to the next. 
C) Darren failed to understand the occasion. 
D) Darren did not get the audience involved.

Question 7

When you are assigned a research paper, the first thing you should do is:

Accepted Answer

A) brainstorm your topic 
B) write your thesis statement 
C) set a schedule 
D) start reading about your desired topic 
A) brainstorm your topic 
B) write your thesis statement 
C) set a schedule 
D) start reading about your desired topic

Question 8

Sally has a difficult time with details and writing out the citation page in her papers is a frustrating process.She may want to try using a computer program to assist her in this process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Abby was giving a presentation to her peers in class.She started off by introducing her topic and then she told the class everything she knew about that topic with little organization or structure.She offered no visuals.Although she spoke for the entire 20 minutes, her peers did not remember much of what she presented; therefore, they did not feel they learned much.She did not get a good peer review.Which strategy would seem to be the least helpful for Abby to improve her presentation skills?

Accepted Answer

A) Abby should have stated her purpose and main points in her topic before she started. 
B) Abby should have practiced more. 
C) Abby should have offered visuals to make her presentation more memorable for peers. 
D) Abby should have asked her peers a question, or let them know why her topic was important for them to learn. 
A) Abby should have stated her purpose and main points in her topic before she started. 
B) Abby should have practiced more. 
C) Abby should have offered visuals to make her presentation more memorable for peers. 
D) Abby should have asked her peers a question, or let them know why her topic was important for them to learn.

Question 10

When giving a speech, what does it mean to "understand the occasion"?

Accepted Answer

A) know your purpose 
B) use the appropriate tone 
C) dress appropriately 
D) know your audience 
A) know your purpose 
B) use the appropriate tone 
C) dress appropriately 
D) know your audience

Question 11

When preparing for a speech, it is important to know and feel comfortable with the topic.You should not memorize the speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

When you are in the note taking process, don't just cut and paste.

The Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature is a helpful source for locating:

It is important to revise your outline during the organization process and during the editing process.

Discuss at least 6 strategies in the chapter you will use to prepare for your next research paper.

According to Peter Drucker, known a noted management expert, the ability organize and express ideas in writing and speaking is:

When you are assigned a research paper, the first thing you should do is:

Sally has a difficult time with details and writing out the citation page in her papers is a frustrating process.She may want to try using a computer program to assist her in this process.

When giving a speech, what does it mean to "understand the occasion"?

When preparing for a speech, it is important to know and feel comfortable with the topic.You should not memorize the speech.

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Exam 9: Express Yourself in Writing and Speech

When you are in the note taking process, don't just cut and paste.

The Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature is a helpful source for locating:

It is important to revise your outline during the organization process and during the editing process.

Discuss at least 6 strategies in the chapter you will use to prepare for your next research paper.

According to Peter Drucker, known a noted management expert, the ability organize and express ideas in writing and speaking is:

When you are assigned a research paper, the first thing you should do is:

Sally has a difficult time with details and writing out the citation page in her papers is a frustrating process.She may want to try using a computer program to assist her in this process.

When giving a speech, what does it mean to "understand the occasion"?

When preparing for a speech, it is important to know and feel comfortable with the topic.You should not memorize the speech.

Be a Lifelong Learner

Expand Your Emotional Intelligence

Manage Your Time

Maximize Your Resources

Listen and Take Effective Notes

Actively Read

Improve Your Memory Skills

Excel at Taking Tests

Become a Critical Thinker and Creative Problem Solver

Create a Healthy Mind, Body, and Spirit

Build Supportive and Diverse Relationships

Develop Positive Habits

Explore Majors and Careers

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