Question 1

You should practice your nonverbal gestures as well as your words.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The emphasis in extemporaneous speaking is on communication.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

When delivering a brief special occasion speech such as a toast or speech of introduction, no lengthy quotations or statistical proof are required.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A well-delivered speech accomplishes which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Convincing your audience that you care about both your topic and them. 
B)  Allowing the audience interpret your message as they see fit. 
C)  Ignoring gaps that may exist between you and your audience, and focusing on message. 
D)  Making the audience do whatever you say. 
A)  Convincing your audience that you care about both your topic and them. 
B)  Allowing the audience interpret your message as they see fit. 
C)  Ignoring gaps that may exist between you and your audience, and focusing on message. 
D)  Making the audience do whatever you say.

Question 5

Sound bit speaking is also referred to as ______ -like speak.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Sound bit speaking is also referred to...

Question 6

The delivery style is the manner or mode of presentation you select to communicate your speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

You should begin practicing for your speech the night before so it is fresh in your mind.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

In your last stage of practicing, the focus is on altering the speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In your last stage of practicing, the focus is on ______ not dramatically altering the speech.

Accepted Answer

The answer of In your last stage of practicing, the...

Question 10

Thinking through your speech can replace live practice sessions.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

When called on to deliver an impromptu speech, do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Do not use longer pauses as it will confuse the audience. 
B)  Think about your timing and keep the pace quick. 
C)  Relate the subject to what you know and have experienced and receiver interests. 
D)  Keep your speech disorganized, as creativity is key in impromptu speaking. 
A)  Do not use longer pauses as it will confuse the audience. 
B)  Think about your timing and keep the pace quick. 
C)  Relate the subject to what you know and have experienced and receiver interests. 
D)  Keep your speech disorganized, as creativity is key in impromptu speaking.

Question 12

Which of the following is a way you can shorten a too-long speech?

Accepted Answer

A)  Speak faster through longer main points. 
B)  Speak quickly. 
C)  Cut redundant examples. 
D)  Cut down on pauses. 
A)  Speak faster through longer main points. 
B)  Speak quickly. 
C)  Cut redundant examples. 
D)  Cut down on pauses.

Question 13

It is much easier to establish and maintain pacing during a memorized speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Why is practicing important for making good speeches?

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include: Unlike co

Question 15

What are the advantages of memorizing a speech?

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include: It is muc

Question 16

Define manuscript reading for public speaking.

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include: Manuscrip

Question 17

When you need to provide a quotable, "tweetable" statement, you would use the delivery style of ______.

Accepted Answer

sound bite

Question 18

Which of the following is NOT a suggested technique for a memorized speech?

Accepted Answer

A)  Rehearse sufficiently to sound natural. 
B)  Keep your energy high. 
C)  Use appropriate nonverbal cues to reinforce the spoken words. 
D)  Make it clear that your speech was memorized word for word. 
A)  Rehearse sufficiently to sound natural. 
B)  Keep your energy high. 
C)  Use appropriate nonverbal cues to reinforce the spoken words. 
D)  Make it clear that your speech was memorized word for word.

Question 19

It is much easier to establish and maintain what during a memorized speech?

Accepted Answer

A)  tone 
B)  pacing 
C)  organization 
D)  eye contact 
A)  tone 
B)  pacing 
C)  organization 
D)  eye contact

Question 20

What are the guidelines for delivering a good impromptu speech?

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include:

Exam 12: Delivery Modes and Practice

You should practice your nonverbal gestures as well as your words.

The emphasis in extemporaneous speaking is on communication.

When delivering a brief special occasion speech such as a toast or speech of introduction, no lengthy quotations or statistical proof are required.

A well-delivered speech accomplishes which of the following?

Sound bit speaking is also referred to as ______ -like speak.

The delivery style is the manner or mode of presentation you select to communicate your speech.

You should begin practicing for your speech the night before so it is fresh in your mind.

In your last stage of practicing, the focus is on altering the speech.

In your last stage of practicing, the focus is on ______ not dramatically altering the speech.

Thinking through your speech can replace live practice sessions.

When called on to deliver an impromptu speech, do which of the following?

Which of the following is a way you can shorten a too-long speech?

It is much easier to establish and maintain pacing during a memorized speech.

Why is practicing important for making good speeches?

What are the advantages of memorizing a speech?

Define manuscript reading for public speaking.

When you need to provide a quotable, "tweetable" statement, you would use the delivery style of ______.

Which of the following is NOT a suggested technique for a memorized speech?

It is much easier to establish and maintain what during a memorized speech?

What are the guidelines for delivering a good impromptu speech?

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