Question 1

"Sally is a stupendous student of sociology!" is an example of

Accepted Answer

A) alliteration. 
B)  hyperbole. 
C)  metaphor. 
D) a rhetorical question. 
A) alliteration. 
B)  hyperbole. 
C)  metaphor. 
D) a rhetorical question.

Question 2

As vice president of sales and marketing for HJK Company,Nin is required to give quarterly Presentations to the board of directors.For these presentations,Nin prepares thoroughly and speaks from a brief outline.Nin's delivery method is best described as

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A) manuscript. 
B)  impromptu. 
C)  extemporaneous. 
D) memorized. 
A) manuscript. 
B)  impromptu. 
C)  extemporaneous. 
D) memorized.

Question 3

The method of delivery that involves thorough preparation but no commitment to exact wording is the __________ method.

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The answer of The method of delivery that involves thorough...

Question 4

Matthew did not anticipate winning the student service award,so he did not prepare a speech.When his name was called,he had to quickly think of a few words to say that would be appropriate for the occasion.Matthew's delivery method is best described as

Accepted Answer

A) manuscript. 
B)  impromptu. 
C)  extemporaneous. 
D) memorized. 
A) manuscript. 
B)  impromptu. 
C)  extemporaneous. 
D) memorized.

Question 5

Effective ways to gain attention for a speech include

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A) asking a question. 
B)  apologizing for your lack of experience to set the audience at ease. 
C)  immediately offering your thesis statement. 
D) making prefacing remarks before you actually begin. 
A) asking a question. 
B)  apologizing for your lack of experience to set the audience at ease. 
C)  immediately offering your thesis statement. 
D) making prefacing remarks before you actually begin.

Question 6

In constructing sentences for an oral presentation,it is best to favor

Accepted Answer

A) long over short sentences. 
B)  indirect over direct sentences. 
C)  positive over negative sentences. 
D) passive over active sentences. 
A) long over short sentences. 
B)  indirect over direct sentences. 
C)  positive over negative sentences. 
D) passive over active sentences.

Question 7

If clarity is your goal,which of the following is appropriate when speaking?

Accepted Answer

A) Don't waste words. 
B)  Use idioms as much as possible. 
C)  Avoid high abstraction and use only low abstraction. 
D) Avoid specific terms and numbers. 
A) Don't waste words. 
B)  Use idioms as much as possible. 
C)  Avoid high abstraction and use only low abstraction. 
D) Avoid specific terms and numbers.

Question 8

A question aimed at making a statement or producing some type of desired effect is referred to as a

Accepted Answer

A) hyperbole. 
B)  rhetorical question. 
C)  metaphor. 
D)  simile. 
A) hyperbole. 
B)  rhetorical question. 
C)  metaphor. 
D)  simile.

Question 9

By using transitions,you can help your audience see how one point relates to another.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

__________ are expressions that are unique to a specific language and whose meaning cannot be
deduced from the individual words used.

Accepted Answer

The answer of __________ are expressions that are unique to...

Question 11

Which of the following would be the best statement to use in a speech on volunteerism to create immediacy with an audience?

Accepted Answer

A) Those who volunteer receive as much as they give. 
B)  I shall be speaking on the joys of volunteerism. 
C)  I think we've all had those experiences where in giving we received so much in return. 
D) Volunteering offers something for everyone. 
A) Those who volunteer receive as much as they give. 
B)  I shall be speaking on the joys of volunteerism. 
C)  I think we've all had those experiences where in giving we received so much in return. 
D) Volunteering offers something for everyone.

Question 12

__________ language generally contains more familiar terms than __________ language.

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The answer of __________ language generally contains more familiar terms...

Question 13

Benny is giving a speech on bird watching.One of his points is about the equipment birdwatchers need.Which of the following would be the best way for Benny to state this point using an active verb?

Accepted Answer

A) To enjoy the bird watching experience,choose the right equipment. 
B)  Bird watching is fun with the right equipment. 
C)  The right equipment is vitally important to enjoyable birdwatching. 
D) You will be a better birdwatcher if you have the right equipment. 
A) To enjoy the bird watching experience,choose the right equipment. 
B)  Bird watching is fun with the right equipment. 
C)  The right equipment is vitally important to enjoyable birdwatching. 
D) You will be a better birdwatcher if you have the right equipment.

Question 14

Your preparation outline and your delivery outline should be essentially the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Transitions in public speaking

Accepted Answer

A) are only needed if your points are very different from one another. 
B)  help the audience see connections among your points. 
C)  are useful as final statements. 
D) rarely add clarity to well-constructed presentations. 
A) are only needed if your points are very different from one another. 
B)  help the audience see connections among your points. 
C)  are useful as final statements. 
D) rarely add clarity to well-constructed presentations.

Question 16

Pronouncing the word "orator" as "or-RATE-or" instead of "OR-ruh-ter" is an example of the pronunciation problem of __________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Pronouncing the word "orator" as "or-RATE-or" instead...

Question 17

The best way to begin a speech is to say something like,"My topic today is schizophrenia."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

In a speech,the conclusion serves as the

Accepted Answer

A) summary and orientation. 
B)  summary and closing. 
C)  closing and feedback. 
D) closing and orientation. 
A) summary and orientation. 
B)  summary and closing. 
C)  closing and feedback. 
D) closing and orientation.

Question 19

Alliteration is the use of extreme exaggeration.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Match between columns
                        Premises: Trying to manage school, work, and a family is like juggling and riding a bike at the same time.
Even if you have a million errands to run in one day, using these simple organization techniques will prove useful.
Finely finished fabric makes all the difference
She's an otter when she's in the pool.
Do you want to have a worry-free vacation?
One of the images I'll never forget from my trip to Yosemite was how the trees bowed their heads in respect as a sudden wind swept into the valley.

Accepted Answer

The Answer of alliteration and personification and rhetorical question and is...

"Sally is a stupendous student of sociology!" is an example of

As vice president of sales and marketing for HJK Company,Nin is required to give quarterly Presentations to the board of directors.For these presentations,Nin prepares thoroughly and speaks from a brief outline.Nin's delivery method is best described as

The method of delivery that involves thorough preparation but no commitment to exact wording is the __________ method.

Matthew did not anticipate winning the student service award,so he did not prepare a speech.When his name was called,he had to quickly think of a few words to say that would be appropriate for the occasion.Matthew's delivery method is best described as

Effective ways to gain attention for a speech include

In constructing sentences for an oral presentation,it is best to favor

If clarity is your goal,which of the following is appropriate when speaking?

A question aimed at making a statement or producing some type of desired effect is referred to as a

By using transitions,you can help your audience see how one point relates to another.

__________ are expressions that are unique to a specific language and whose meaning cannot be deduced from the individual words used.

Which of the following would be the best statement to use in a speech on volunteerism to create immediacy with an audience?

language generally contains more familiar terms than language.

Benny is giving a speech on bird watching.One of his points is about the equipment birdwatchers need.Which of the following would be the best way for Benny to state this point using an active verb?

Your preparation outline and your delivery outline should be essentially the same.

Transitions in public speaking

Pronouncing the word "orator" as "or-RATE-or" instead of "OR-ruh-ter" is an example of the pronunciation problem of __________.

The best way to begin a speech is to say something like,"My topic today is schizophrenia."

In a speech,the conclusion serves as the

Alliteration is the use of extreme exaggeration.

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Exam 12: Public Speaking Preparation And Delivery (Steps 7-10)

"Sally is a stupendous student of sociology!" is an example of

As vice president of sales and marketing for HJK Company,Nin is required to give quarterly Presentations to the board of directors.For these presentations,Nin prepares thoroughly and speaks from a brief outline.Nin's delivery method is best described as

The method of delivery that involves thorough preparation but no commitment to exact wording is the __________ method.

Matthew did not anticipate winning the student service award,so he did not prepare a speech.When his name was called,he had to quickly think of a few words to say that would be appropriate for the occasion.Matthew's delivery method is best described as

Effective ways to gain attention for a speech include

In constructing sentences for an oral presentation,it is best to favor

If clarity is your goal,which of the following is appropriate when speaking?

A question aimed at making a statement or producing some type of desired effect is referred to as a

By using transitions,you can help your audience see how one point relates to another.

__________ are expressions that are unique to a specific language and whose meaning cannot be deduced from the individual words used.

Which of the following would be the best statement to use in a speech on volunteerism to create immediacy with an audience?

__________ language generally contains more familiar terms than __________ language.

Benny is giving a speech on bird watching.One of his points is about the equipment birdwatchers need.Which of the following would be the best way for Benny to state this point using an active verb?

Your preparation outline and your delivery outline should be essentially the same.

Transitions in public speaking

Pronouncing the word "orator" as "or-RATE-or" instead of "OR-ruh-ter" is an example of the pronunciation problem of __________.

The best way to begin a speech is to say something like,"My topic today is schizophrenia."

In a speech,the conclusion serves as the

Alliteration is the use of extreme exaggeration.

The Essentials Of Human Communication

Perception Of Self And Others

Listening In Human Communication

Verbal Messages

Nonverbal Messages

Interpersonal Communication And Conversation

Interpersonal Relationships

Managing Interpersonal Conflict

Small Group Communication

Members And Leaders In Small Group Communication

Public Speaking Preparation (Steps 1-6)

The Informative Speech

The Persuasive Speech

Filters

language generally contains more familiar terms than language.