Question 1

According to this text,the step in preparing an informative presentation after you analyze the audience should be to

Accepted Answer

A) Research the topic. 
B) Determine your speech format 
C) Determine the topic. 
D) ​Organize the main points. 
A) Research the topic. 
B) Determine your speech format 
C) Determine the topic. 
D) ​Organize the main points. C

Question 2

What are the main differences between informative and persuasive presentations? Give an example of each.​

Accepted Answer

Speakers must know the differences between informative and persuasive presentations.Informative presentations promote understanding of an idea,concept,problem,event,procedure,person,thing,place,or body of related facts.Persuasive presentations influence listener behaviors or opinions so that they change beliefs or take a specific action.Persuasive speeches do both inform and persuade,but the two types of presentations require different approaches.The two types of informative presentations are intended to increase understanding.​

Question 3

Your text discussed several techniques for gaining attention in the introduction of a presentation.Select four of your favorite attention-gaining techniques and explain how and why each works.​

Accepted Answer

There are several ways to capture the attention of the audience.You can direct attention from individual concerns to the presentation with one of a number of common techniques;Assess the Stickiness Factor (a message with impact that sticks in memory);Reveal one or more startling facts;Ask a rhetorical or actual question;Tell a joke or humorous story directly related to the topic (recognizing that self-disparaging humor is difficult to use unless it sounds genuine and spontaneous,but occupational or professional humor does not affect speaker image);Briefly cite two or three specific relevant incidents or examples;Refer to the specific occasion or event;Quote or paraphrase a well-known publication or expert,and if relevant,briefly demonstrate the item or skill discussed in the presentation.​

Question 4

A speech entitled "What to see on the National Mall in Washington D.C." includes the following main points: I.From the Lincoln Memorial to the Washington Monument II.Between the Washington Monument and the Air and Space Museum II.Between the Air and Space Museum and the U.S.Capitol.This is an example of what type of organizational pattern?

Accepted Answer

A) Chronological 
B) Causal 
C) Topical 
D) ​Spatial 
A) Chronological 
B) Causal 
C) Topical 
D) ​Spatial

Question 5

An audience that has already made up their minds but think they are objective is known as a​

Accepted Answer

A) Neutral audience 
B) Agreeable audience 
C) Uninterested audience 
D) ​Friendly audience 
A) Neutral audience 
B) Agreeable audience 
C) Uninterested audience 
D) ​Friendly audience

Question 6

If you are thinking of starting your speech with humor,consider that you risk coming across as less competent if you​

Accepted Answer

A) Poke fun at your profession 
B) Use self-disparaging humor 
C) Poke fun at the topic 
D) ​Use any kind of humor at all 
A) Poke fun at your profession 
B) Use self-disparaging humor 
C) Poke fun at the topic 
D) ​Use any kind of humor at all

Question 7

If you are being asked to speak during a very strict time limit,the text suggests you might want to consider this method of delivery.

Accepted Answer

A) Manuscript. 
B) Extemporaneous 
C) Impromptu. 
D) ​Memorized 
A) Manuscript. 
B) Extemporaneous 
C) Impromptu. 
D) ​Memorized

Question 8

A topical pattern is used to organize a topic when no spatial,chronological,or causal relationship exists between the main points.​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A speech titled "Preparing an elegant mincemeat-pear tart" includes the following main points: I.Prepare the pastry,II.Prepare the Streusel topping.III.Bake crust 20 minutes at 350 degrees.IV.Arrange mincemeat and pears into partially baked crust.V.Add streusel topping and bake 15 to 20 minutes at 425 degrees.This is an example of what type of organization pattern?​

Accepted Answer

A) Chronological 
B) Causal 
C) Topical 
D) ​Spatial 
A) Chronological 
B) Causal 
C) Topical 
D) ​Spatial

Question 10

If your internet search produces too few hits,you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

A) Avoid using the Boolean OR​ 
B) Use the wild card* to search for all forms of the word 
C) Check for spelling errors 
D) ​Use fewer search words 
A) Avoid using the Boolean OR​ 
B) Use the wild card* to search for all forms of the word 
C) Check for spelling errors 
D) ​Use fewer search words

Question 11

Speaking from a manuscript is much more difficult for most people than speaking from outlined notes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Impromptu speaking is the preferred delivery for most business speakers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Which gets defined earlier,the exact purpose statement or the thesis statement? Define each and explain how they are different.​

Accepted Answer

The exact purpose statement is a part of

Question 14

A speech titled "The Benefits of Yoga" includes the following main points: I.Yoga increases flexibility II.Yoga benefits circulatory and cardio health.III.Yoga protects your posture and spine.IV.Yoga boost immunity.This is an example of what type of organization pattern?​

Accepted Answer

A) Chronological 
B) Causal 
C) Topical 
D) ​Spatial 
A) Chronological 
B) Causal 
C) Topical 
D) ​Spatial

Question 15

If you are being asked to speak without much preparation time and without notes,the text suggests you might want to consider this method of delivery.​

Accepted Answer

A) Manuscript. 
B) Extemporaneous 
C) Impromptu. 
D) ​Memorized 
A) Manuscript. 
B) Extemporaneous 
C) Impromptu. 
D) ​Memorized

Question 16

Blogs as a research tool should be approached with caution because they tend to be more editorial than factual​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Oral reports usually are longer than oral briefings and are more formal​

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

This audience type has a short attention span and are present against their will​

Accepted Answer

A) Neutral audience 
B) Hostile audience 
C) Uninterested audience 
D) ​Friendly audience 
A) Neutral audience 
B) Hostile audience 
C) Uninterested audience 
D) ​Friendly audience

Question 19

What are some ways that the text suggests you can use delivery to sound conversational,natural and enthusiastic?​

Accepted Answer

The characteristics of effective deliver

Question 20

Which of the following is the best example of an opening sentence for a speech?

Accepted Answer

A) I want to inform you of the warning signs of cancer. 
B) Today we will talk about the warning signs of cancer,so everyone can know what to look for. 
C) Three years ago,one of my best friends--a young woman about your age--was told she had cancer. 
D) ​Most of you are unaware of the warning signs of cancer,but you should be;so I am going to tell you about them. 
A) I want to inform you of the warning signs of cancer. 
B) Today we will talk about the warning signs of cancer,so everyone can know what to look for. 
C) Three years ago,one of my best friends--a young woman about your age--was told she had cancer. 
D) ​Most of you are unaware of the warning signs of cancer,but you should be;so I am going to tell you about them.

According to this text,the step in preparing an informative presentation after you analyze the audience should be to

What are the main differences between informative and persuasive presentations? Give an example of each.

Your text discussed several techniques for gaining attention in the introduction of a presentation.Select four of your favorite attention-gaining techniques and explain how and why each works.

An audience that has already made up their minds but think they are objective is known as a

If you are thinking of starting your speech with humor,consider that you risk coming across as less competent if you

If you are being asked to speak during a very strict time limit,the text suggests you might want to consider this method of delivery.

A topical pattern is used to organize a topic when no spatial,chronological,or causal relationship exists between the main points.

If your internet search produces too few hits,you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

Speaking from a manuscript is much more difficult for most people than speaking from outlined notes.

Impromptu speaking is the preferred delivery for most business speakers.

Which gets defined earlier,the exact purpose statement or the thesis statement? Define each and explain how they are different.

A speech titled "The Benefits of Yoga" includes the following main points: I.Yoga increases flexibility II.Yoga benefits circulatory and cardio health.III.Yoga protects your posture and spine.IV.Yoga boost immunity.This is an example of what type of organization pattern?

If you are being asked to speak without much preparation time and without notes,the text suggests you might want to consider this method of delivery.

Blogs as a research tool should be approached with caution because they tend to be more editorial than factual

Oral reports usually are longer than oral briefings and are more formal

This audience type has a short attention span and are present against their will

What are some ways that the text suggests you can use delivery to sound conversational,natural and enthusiastic?

Which of the following is the best example of an opening sentence for a speech?

Communication and Ethics

Organizations in the Workplace

Handling Conflict, Cultural Diversity, and Relationships

Effective Listening

Nonverbal Communication

Anxiety, Technology, and Other Communication Obstacles

Basic Information for All Types of Interviews

The Employment Interview

Small-Group Communication and Problem Solving

Participation and Leadership in Teams

Verbal and Visual Supporting Materials

Persuasive Presentations: Individual or Team

Written Communication

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Exam 11: Informative Presentations: Plan, Research, Organize, and Deliver

According to this text,the step in preparing an informative presentation after you analyze the audience should be to

What are the main differences between informative and persuasive presentations? Give an example of each.​

Your text discussed several techniques for gaining attention in the introduction of a presentation.Select four of your favorite attention-gaining techniques and explain how and why each works.​

An audience that has already made up their minds but think they are objective is known as a​

If you are thinking of starting your speech with humor,consider that you risk coming across as less competent if you​

If you are being asked to speak during a very strict time limit,the text suggests you might want to consider this method of delivery.

A topical pattern is used to organize a topic when no spatial,chronological,or causal relationship exists between the main points.​

If your internet search produces too few hits,you should do all of the following EXCEPT:

Speaking from a manuscript is much more difficult for most people than speaking from outlined notes.

Impromptu speaking is the preferred delivery for most business speakers.

Which gets defined earlier,the exact purpose statement or the thesis statement? Define each and explain how they are different.​

A speech titled "The Benefits of Yoga" includes the following main points: I.Yoga increases flexibility II.Yoga benefits circulatory and cardio health.III.Yoga protects your posture and spine.IV.Yoga boost immunity.This is an example of what type of organization pattern?​

If you are being asked to speak without much preparation time and without notes,the text suggests you might want to consider this method of delivery.​

Blogs as a research tool should be approached with caution because they tend to be more editorial than factual​

Oral reports usually are longer than oral briefings and are more formal​

This audience type has a short attention span and are present against their will​

What are some ways that the text suggests you can use delivery to sound conversational,natural and enthusiastic?​

Which of the following is the best example of an opening sentence for a speech?

Communication and Ethics

Organizations in the Workplace

Handling Conflict, Cultural Diversity, and Relationships

Effective Listening

Nonverbal Communication

Anxiety, Technology, and Other Communication Obstacles

Basic Information for All Types of Interviews

The Employment Interview

Small-Group Communication and Problem Solving

Participation and Leadership in Teams

Verbal and Visual Supporting Materials

Persuasive Presentations: Individual or Team

Written Communication

Filters

What are the main differences between informative and persuasive presentations? Give an example of each.

Your text discussed several techniques for gaining attention in the introduction of a presentation.Select four of your favorite attention-gaining techniques and explain how and why each works.

An audience that has already made up their minds but think they are objective is known as a

If you are thinking of starting your speech with humor,consider that you risk coming across as less competent if you

A topical pattern is used to organize a topic when no spatial,chronological,or causal relationship exists between the main points.

Which gets defined earlier,the exact purpose statement or the thesis statement? Define each and explain how they are different.

A speech titled "The Benefits of Yoga" includes the following main points: I.Yoga increases flexibility II.Yoga benefits circulatory and cardio health.III.Yoga protects your posture and spine.IV.Yoga boost immunity.This is an example of what type of organization pattern?

If you are being asked to speak without much preparation time and without notes,the text suggests you might want to consider this method of delivery.

Blogs as a research tool should be approached with caution because they tend to be more editorial than factual

Oral reports usually are longer than oral briefings and are more formal

This audience type has a short attention span and are present against their will

What are some ways that the text suggests you can use delivery to sound conversational,natural and enthusiastic?