Exam 11: Wording the Speech

______ is reasoning that takes a known idea or general principle and applies it to a situation.

One of the prime speechmaking objectives is to translate ideas into language that the listeners will understand and respond to.

______ involves presenting opposites within the same or adjoining sentences.

Which of the following is true of sexist language?

Terms such as "female doctor" or "male nurse" are examples of objectification.

Why is it important to keep the language in your speech concrete?

The language of public speaking is less like the language of an ______ and more like the language of a skilled ______.

When you create a speech you write it to be heard, not ______.

Words have both denotative and ______ meanings.

What is inductive and deductive reasoning?

For language to work, there must be a ______ understanding about what the words we are using mean to others.

If you select words that have audience ______, words that succeed in moving others emotionally and intellectually, you are likely to establish a strong connection with your audience.

You should plan to use the personal pronouns I, us, me, we, and you in your speech.

Whereas North Americans tend to exhibit a frank, direct speechmaking style that is sometimes confrontational, Asians place a high value on ______.

How can you increase the vividness of your speech?

How can a speaker change the wording and rhythm of their speech?

A symbol stands for, or represents, something else.