Question 1

"You are the wind beneath my wings" (from The Wind Beneath My Wings by Bette Midler) is a metaphor.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

Your textbook presents a list of effective techniques for practicing your presentation. Which of the following answers is not an effective method?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use practice sessions to repeat your entire presentation over and over again. 
B)  Unless memorization is required, do not memorize your presentation. 
C)  Time your practice session and understand that your actual presentation will take longer. 
D)  Schedule brief 5- to 10-minute sessions in which you practice small segments of your presentation. 
E)  Audiotape and, if possible, videotape your practice sessions. 
A)  Use practice sessions to repeat your entire presentation over and over again. 
B)  Unless memorization is required, do not memorize your presentation. 
C)  Time your practice session and understand that your actual presentation will take longer. 
D)  Schedule brief 5- to 10-minute sessions in which you practice small segments of your presentation. 
E)  Audiotape and, if possible, videotape your practice sessions. A

Question 3

In general, avoid using background sound effects or music when supporting your presentation with computer-generated slides.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 4

Alliteration refers to the repetition of

Accepted Answer

A)  sounds at the beginning of words. 
B)  sounds in the middle or words. 
C)  sounds at the end of words. 
D)  similar sounding words within a sentence. 
E)  all of the above . 
A)  sounds at the beginning of words. 
B)  sounds in the middle or words. 
C)  sounds at the end of words. 
D)  similar sounding words within a sentence. 
E)  all of the above .

Question 5

The National Speakers Association surveyed nearly 4,000 members about the skills they rely on for success. Which skill came out first in importance?

Accepted Answer

A)  effective vocal delivery 
B)  effective physical delivery 
C)  effective practice 
D)  effective use of presentation aids 
E)  effective extemporaneous speaking 
A)  effective vocal delivery 
B)  effective physical delivery 
C)  effective practice 
D)  effective use of presentation aids 
E)  effective extemporaneous speaking

Question 6

You can plan the words for a presentation that is read or memorized but not for a presentation that uses a limited number of notes or an outline as a speaking guide.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Audience members draw conclusions about a speaker based on their first impressions of the presenter's appearance.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which language strategy is used in the following example? "Prior planning prevents poor performance."

Accepted Answer

A)  alliteration 
B)  repetition 
C)  metaphor 
D)  concrete words 
E)  informal colloquial expressions 
A)  alliteration 
B)  repetition 
C)  metaphor 
D)  concrete words 
E)  informal colloquial expressions

Question 9

Of the three words nice, delightful, and enchanting, the word enchanting is the most intense and powerful.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Although it can be difficult to estimate speaking time and difficult to choose words that make a presentation eloquent, extemporaneous speaking allows a presenter to monitor and adapt to audience feedback.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

In terms of proper articulation of words, the final consonants that get left off most often are s, z, m, and n.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

A simple change in inflection can alter the meaning of a word or sentence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

If the purpose of your presentation is to demonstrate how to separate egg whites from the yellow egg yolks, which of the following presentation aids would be the least effective?

Accepted Answer

A)  live demonstration 
B)  still photos of each step 
C)  slides listing and describing each step 
D)  an animated cartoon demonstrating the proper technique 
E)  a photo of an egg followed by a photo of the yolk and egg whites 
A)  live demonstration 
B)  still photos of each step 
C)  slides listing and describing each step 
D)  an animated cartoon demonstrating the proper technique 
E)  a photo of an egg followed by a photo of the yolk and egg whites

Question 14

When the word the comes before the sound of a consonant as in "the apple," it should be pronounced thuh rather than thee.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Which of the following presentation situations is best suited for manuscript delivery?

Accepted Answer

A)  In the middle of a staff meeting, your boss tells you to summarize the status of a project you are working on. You didn't intend to make this presentation today. 
B)  You are scheduled to conduct a workshop for your coworkers on how to use the company's new email system. You have a month to prepare for the workshop. 
C)  Because of your great success, you have been invited to be the commencement speaker at your former high school's graduation ceremony. The local newspaper will print your address the day after the ceremony. 
D)  All of the above are suitable. 
E)  None of the above are suitable. 
A)  In the middle of a staff meeting, your boss tells you to summarize the status of a project you are working on. You didn't intend to make this presentation today. 
B)  You are scheduled to conduct a workshop for your coworkers on how to use the company's new email system. You have a month to prepare for the workshop. 
C)  Because of your great success, you have been invited to be the commencement speaker at your former high school's graduation ceremony. The local newspaper will print your address the day after the ceremony. 
D)  All of the above are suitable. 
E)  None of the above are suitable.

Question 16

Generally, 180-240 words per minute is an acceptable rate for presentation speaking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

At your optimum pitch, your voice will

Accepted Answer

A)  be stronger and less likely to fade at the end of sentences. 
B)  not tire easily. 
C)  will be more expressive and energetic. 
D)  be less likely to sound harsh, hoarse, or breathy. 
E)  exhibit all of the above. 
A)  be stronger and less likely to fade at the end of sentences. 
B)  not tire easily. 
C)  will be more expressive and energetic. 
D)  be less likely to sound harsh, hoarse, or breathy. 
E)  exhibit all of the above.

Question 18

Speaking style refers to how you use vocabulary, sentence structure and length, grammar and syntax, and language devices to express a message.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

If you use note cards to deliver a presentation, the note cards should

Accepted Answer

A)  record your speech in complete sentences. 
B)  have small print to maximize the amount of information you can put on each card. 
C)  be numbered. 
D)  use one card for the introduction, one card for the body of the presentation, and one card for the conclusion. 
E)  have information on both sides of each card. 
A)  record your speech in complete sentences. 
B)  have small print to maximize the amount of information you can put on each card. 
C)  be numbered. 
D)  use one card for the introduction, one card for the body of the presentation, and one card for the conclusion. 
E)  have information on both sides of each card.

Question 20

In general, pie charts and _________ are effective ways to show an audience "how much."

Accepted Answer

A)  graphs 
B)  tables 
C)  diagrams 
D)  illustrations 
E)  maps 
A)  graphs 
B)  tables 
C)  diagrams 
D)  illustrations 
E)  maps

"You are the wind beneath my wings" (from The Wind Beneath My Wings by Bette Midler) is a metaphor.

Your textbook presents a list of effective techniques for practicing your presentation. Which of the following answers is not an effective method?

In general, avoid using background sound effects or music when supporting your presentation with computer-generated slides.

Alliteration refers to the repetition of

The National Speakers Association surveyed nearly 4,000 members about the skills they rely on for success. Which skill came out first in importance?

You can plan the words for a presentation that is read or memorized but not for a presentation that uses a limited number of notes or an outline as a speaking guide.

Audience members draw conclusions about a speaker based on their first impressions of the presenter's appearance.

Which language strategy is used in the following example? "Prior planning prevents poor performance."

Of the three words nice, delightful, and enchanting, the word enchanting is the most intense and powerful.

Although it can be difficult to estimate speaking time and difficult to choose words that make a presentation eloquent, extemporaneous speaking allows a presenter to monitor and adapt to audience feedback.

In terms of proper articulation of words, the final consonants that get left off most often are s, z, m, and n.

A simple change in inflection can alter the meaning of a word or sentence.

If the purpose of your presentation is to demonstrate how to separate egg whites from the yellow egg yolks, which of the following presentation aids would be the least effective?

When the word the comes before the sound of a consonant as in "the apple," it should be pronounced thuh rather than thee.

Which of the following presentation situations is best suited for manuscript delivery?

Generally, 180-240 words per minute is an acceptable rate for presentation speaking.

At your optimum pitch, your voice will

Speaking style refers to how you use vocabulary, sentence structure and length, grammar and syntax, and language devices to express a message.

If you use note cards to deliver a presentation, the note cards should

In general, pie charts and _________ are effective ways to show an audience "how much."

Human Communication

Understanding Yourself

Adapting to Canadas Changing Faces

Listening, Critical Thinking and Reflective Practice

Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Understanding Interpersonal Relationships

Exploring Emotional Intelligence

Professional Relationships

Working in Groups

Group Decision Making, Problem Solving and Conflict

Communicating in a Digital World

Creating Captivating Presentations

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Exam 14: Language and Delivery

"You are the wind beneath my wings" (from The Wind Beneath My Wings by Bette Midler) is a metaphor.

Your textbook presents a list of effective techniques for practicing your presentation. Which of the following answers is not an effective method?

In general, avoid using background sound effects or music when supporting your presentation with computer-generated slides.

Alliteration refers to the repetition of

The National Speakers Association surveyed nearly 4,000 members about the skills they rely on for success. Which skill came out first in importance?

You can plan the words for a presentation that is read or memorized but not for a presentation that uses a limited number of notes or an outline as a speaking guide.

Audience members draw conclusions about a speaker based on their first impressions of the presenter's appearance.

Which language strategy is used in the following example? "Prior planning prevents poor performance."

Of the three words nice, delightful, and enchanting, the word enchanting is the most intense and powerful.

Although it can be difficult to estimate speaking time and difficult to choose words that make a presentation eloquent, extemporaneous speaking allows a presenter to monitor and adapt to audience feedback.

In terms of proper articulation of words, the final consonants that get left off most often are s, z, m, and n.

A simple change in inflection can alter the meaning of a word or sentence.

If the purpose of your presentation is to demonstrate how to separate egg whites from the yellow egg yolks, which of the following presentation aids would be the least effective?

When the word the comes before the sound of a consonant as in "the apple," it should be pronounced thuh rather than thee.

Which of the following presentation situations is best suited for manuscript delivery?

Generally, 180-240 words per minute is an acceptable rate for presentation speaking.

At your optimum pitch, your voice will

Speaking style refers to how you use vocabulary, sentence structure and length, grammar and syntax, and language devices to express a message.

If you use note cards to deliver a presentation, the note cards should

In general, pie charts and _________ are effective ways to show an audience "how much."

Human Communication

Understanding Yourself

Adapting to Canadas Changing Faces

Listening, Critical Thinking and Reflective Practice

Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Understanding Interpersonal Relationships

Exploring Emotional Intelligence

Professional Relationships

Working in Groups

Group Decision Making, Problem Solving and Conflict

Communicating in a Digital World

Creating Captivating Presentations

Filters