Question 1

What are the three purposes that public speeches can generally have?

Accepted Answer

The first, to inform, means to give other people information that they do not currently possess. Sometimes, this can come in the form of a how-to or demonstration speech. The second, to persuade, means to attempt to get audience members to change their thought processes or behavior. The third, to entertain, means to give a speech that is lively, lighthearted, and/or relies on humor.
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Question 2

After-dinner speeches are speeches that contain light-hearted messages and are delivered in a lively, amusing manner.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Describe the basic outline of a speech.
-Introduction

Accepted Answer

A. Attention getter
B. Thesis Statement
C. Preview of main points

Question 4

The second tier of the public speaking pyramid contains the following three parts:

Accepted Answer

A)  research, organization, and practice 
B)  composition, organization, and development 
C)  composition, organization, and support 
D)  research, organization, and development 
E)  research, organization, and support 
A)  research, organization, and practice 
B)  composition, organization, and development 
C)  composition, organization, and support 
D)  research, organization, and development 
E)  research, organization, and support

Question 5

The saying that "practice makes perfect" is not relevant to executing an effective speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The goal of most public speaking courses is to engage in what kind of speaking?

Accepted Answer

A)  polished 
B)  organized 
C)  planned 
D)  extemporaneous 
E)  spontaneous 
A)  polished 
B)  organized 
C)  planned 
D)  extemporaneous 
E)  spontaneous

Question 7

In regards to movement, standing still and incessant pacing are both ______________ for public speaking.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In regards to movement, standing still and...

Question 8

Describe the basic outline of a speech.
-Body of speech

Accepted Answer

A. Main po

Question 9

During the ______________ step, speakers really delve into the creation of the speech itself.

Accepted Answer

The answer of During the ______________ step, speakers really delve...

Question 10

Organization focuses on determining what aspect of a speech?

Accepted Answer

A)  the basic structure 
B)  the specific details 
C)  the presentation style 
D)  the use of visual aids 
E)  the purpose 
A)  the basic structure 
B)  the specific details 
C)  the presentation style 
D)  the use of visual aids 
E)  the purpose

Question 11

Three important types of nonverbal delivery during a speech are:

Accepted Answer

A)  eye contact, vocal cues, and movement. 
B)  smiling, vocal cues, and posture. 
C)  eye contact, gestures, and movement. 
D)  eye contact, smiling, and movement. 
E)  eye contact, vocal cues, and posture. 
A)  eye contact, vocal cues, and movement. 
B)  smiling, vocal cues, and posture. 
C)  eye contact, gestures, and movement. 
D)  eye contact, smiling, and movement. 
E)  eye contact, vocal cues, and posture.

Question 12

All effective speeches contain the basic structure of an introduction, body, and ______________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of All effective speeches contain the basic structure...

Question 13

Verbal delivery refers to:

Accepted Answer

A)  the way we actually deliver the words of a speech. 
B)  the use of complex language within a speech. 
C)  the breadth of language used in a speech. 
D)  the vocabulary skills of audience members. 
E)  the use of basic language within a speech. 
A)  the way we actually deliver the words of a speech. 
B)  the use of complex language within a speech. 
C)  the breadth of language used in a speech. 
D)  the vocabulary skills of audience members. 
E)  the use of basic language within a speech.

Question 14

______________ is the physical manipulation of arms and hands to add emphasis to a speech.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ______________ is the physical manipulation of arms...

Question 15

Many speakers find ______________ in standing behind a podium.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Many speakers find ______________ in standing behind...

Question 16

The goal of a general review is to find general information that can help point you in a specific direction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Describe the basic outline of a speech.

Accepted Answer

A basic ou

Question 18

What are some of the questions a speaker should ask him or herself when conducting an audience analysis?

Accepted Answer

Questions to consider include the follow

Question 19

The second tier of the public speaking pyramid focuses on:

Accepted Answer

A)  writing a conclusion. 
B)  rehearsing the speech. 
C)  integrating visual aids into the speech. 
D)  preparing the speech. 
E)  choosing a purpose for the speech. 
A)  writing a conclusion. 
B)  rehearsing the speech. 
C)  integrating visual aids into the speech. 
D)  preparing the speech. 
E)  choosing a purpose for the speech.

Question 20

The first thing a speaker should determine when starting to write a speech is what the ______________ of the speech will be.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The first thing a speaker should determine...

What are the three purposes that public speeches can generally have?

After-dinner speeches are speeches that contain light-hearted messages and are delivered in a lively, amusing manner.

Describe the basic outline of a speech. -Introduction

The second tier of the public speaking pyramid contains the following three parts:

The saying that "practice makes perfect" is not relevant to executing an effective speech.

The goal of most public speaking courses is to engage in what kind of speaking?

In regards to movement, standing still and incessant pacing are both ______________ for public speaking.

Describe the basic outline of a speech. -Body of speech

During the ______________ step, speakers really delve into the creation of the speech itself.

Organization focuses on determining what aspect of a speech?

Three important types of nonverbal delivery during a speech are:

All effective speeches contain the basic structure of an introduction, body, and ______________.

Verbal delivery refers to:

______________ is the physical manipulation of arms and hands to add emphasis to a speech.

Many speakers find ______________ in standing behind a podium.

The goal of a general review is to find general information that can help point you in a specific direction.

Describe the basic outline of a speech.

What are some of the questions a speaker should ask him or herself when conducting an audience analysis?

The second tier of the public speaking pyramid focuses on:

The first thing a speaker should determine when starting to write a speech is what the ______________ of the speech will be.

Why Public Speaking Matters Today

Ethics Matters: Understanding the Ethics of Public Speaking

Speaking Confidently

The Importance of Listening

Audience Analysis

Finding a Purpose and Selecting a Topic

Researching Your Speech

Supporting Ideas and Building Arguments

Introductions Matter: How to Begin a Speech Effectively

Creating the Body of a Speech

Concluding With Power

Outlining

The Importance of Language

Delivering the Speech

Presentation Aids: Design and Usage

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

Speaking to Entertain

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Exam 19: Your First Speech

What are the three purposes that public speeches can generally have?

After-dinner speeches are speeches that contain light-hearted messages and are delivered in a lively, amusing manner.

Describe the basic outline of a speech. -Introduction

The second tier of the public speaking pyramid contains the following three parts:

The saying that "practice makes perfect" is not relevant to executing an effective speech.

The goal of most public speaking courses is to engage in what kind of speaking?

In regards to movement, standing still and incessant pacing are both ______________ for public speaking.

Describe the basic outline of a speech. -Body of speech

During the ______________ step, speakers really delve into the creation of the speech itself.

Organization focuses on determining what aspect of a speech?

Three important types of nonverbal delivery during a speech are:

All effective speeches contain the basic structure of an introduction, body, and ______________.

Verbal delivery refers to:

______________ is the physical manipulation of arms and hands to add emphasis to a speech.

Many speakers find ______________ in standing behind a podium.

The goal of a general review is to find general information that can help point you in a specific direction.

Describe the basic outline of a speech.

What are some of the questions a speaker should ask him or herself when conducting an audience analysis?

The second tier of the public speaking pyramid focuses on:

The first thing a speaker should determine when starting to write a speech is what the ______________ of the speech will be.

Why Public Speaking Matters Today

Ethics Matters: Understanding the Ethics of Public Speaking

Speaking Confidently

The Importance of Listening

Audience Analysis

Finding a Purpose and Selecting a Topic

Researching Your Speech

Supporting Ideas and Building Arguments

Introductions Matter: How to Begin a Speech Effectively

Creating the Body of a Speech

Concluding With Power

Outlining

The Importance of Language

Delivering the Speech

Presentation Aids: Design and Usage

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

Speaking to Entertain

Filters