Question 1

An informative speech presents the pros and cons on an issue or topic, then takes a side at the end based on those pros and cons.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

When preparing an informative speech, ask yourself if you have included needless detail that may make the speech too long.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Your narrative speech will be best if you read from a manuscript.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

A demonstration speech is a

Accepted Answer

A)  lecture 
B)  narrative 
C)  report 
D)  none of the above 
A)  lecture 
B)  narrative 
C)  report 
D)  none of the above

Question 5

A demonstration speech is simply a description of objects or activities to inform an audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

The typical structure of a narrative form of speech has three main components: a challenge, a problem, and a resolution.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Guidelines for competent informative speaking include

Accepted Answer

A)  tell us what we don't already know 
B)  avoid information overload 
C)  adapt your topic to your audience's knowledge base 
D)  all of the above 
A)  tell us what we don't already know 
B)  avoid information overload 
C)  adapt your topic to your audience's knowledge base 
D)  all of the above

Question 8

An informative speech differs from a persuasive speech in which of the following ways?

Accepted Answer

A)  Informative speeches are non-controversial; persuasive speeches are controversial 
B)  Informative speeches can be precursors to persuasive speeches 
C)  Informative speeches takes a position; persuasive speeches don't always take a position 
D)  a and b 
A)  Informative speeches are non-controversial; persuasive speeches are controversial 
B)  Informative speeches can be precursors to persuasive speeches 
C)  Informative speeches takes a position; persuasive speeches don't always take a position 
D)  a and b

Question 9

Our brains are hard-wired to enjoy storytelling.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

The lecture is a common example of a

Accepted Answer

A)  demonstration speech 
B)  report 
C)  speech that explains 
D)  none of the above 
A)  demonstration speech 
B)  report 
C)  speech that explains 
D)  none of the above

Question 11

Tips for effective narrative speeches include

Accepted Answer

A)  keep the story concise 
B)  choose a story that fits your audience 
C)  read your story fluently 
D)  a and b 
A)  keep the story concise 
B)  choose a story that fits your audience 
C)  read your story fluently 
D)  a and b

Question 12

Narratives should not be about yourself but about others. Otherwise, your audience will see you as self-involved and egotistical.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

You should never mix types of informative speeches, such as demonstrations with narratives.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

An informative speech presents the pros and cons on an issue or topic, then takes a side at the end based on those pros and cons.

When preparing an informative speech, ask yourself if you have included needless detail that may make the speech too long.

Your narrative speech will be best if you read from a manuscript.

A demonstration speech is a

A demonstration speech is simply a description of objects or activities to inform an audience.

The typical structure of a narrative form of speech has three main components: a challenge, a problem, and a resolution.

Guidelines for competent informative speaking include

An informative speech differs from a persuasive speech in which of the following ways?

Our brains are hard-wired to enjoy storytelling.

The lecture is a common example of a

Tips for effective narrative speeches include

Narratives should not be about yourself but about others. Otherwise, your audience will see you as self-involved and egotistical.

You should never mix types of informative speeches, such as demonstrations with narratives.

Communication Competence and Public Speaking

Speech Anxiety

Audience Analysis and Topic Selection

Gathering Material

Using Supporting Materials Effectively

Attention: Getting People to Listen

Introductions and Conclusions

Outlining and Organizing Speeches

Speaking Style: Using Language

Delivering Your Speech

Visual Aids

Skepticism: Becoming Critical Thinking Speakers and Listeners

Argument, Reasoning, and Evidence

Foundations of Persuasive Speaking

Persuasive Speaking Strategies

Speeches for Special Occasions

Filters

Exam 14: Informative Speaking

An informative speech presents the pros and cons on an issue or topic, then takes a side at the end based on those pros and cons.

When preparing an informative speech, ask yourself if you have included needless detail that may make the speech too long.

Your narrative speech will be best if you read from a manuscript.

A demonstration speech is a

A demonstration speech is simply a description of objects or activities to inform an audience.

The typical structure of a narrative form of speech has three main components: a challenge, a problem, and a resolution.

Guidelines for competent informative speaking include

An informative speech differs from a persuasive speech in which of the following ways?

Our brains are hard-wired to enjoy storytelling.

The lecture is a common example of a

Tips for effective narrative speeches include

Narratives should not be about yourself but about others. Otherwise, your audience will see you as self-involved and egotistical.

You should never mix types of informative speeches, such as demonstrations with narratives.

Communication Competence and Public Speaking

Speech Anxiety

Audience Analysis and Topic Selection

Gathering Material

Using Supporting Materials Effectively

Attention: Getting People to Listen

Introductions and Conclusions

Outlining and Organizing Speeches

Speaking Style: Using Language

Delivering Your Speech

Visual Aids

Skepticism: Becoming Critical Thinking Speakers and Listeners

Argument, Reasoning, and Evidence

Foundations of Persuasive Speaking

Persuasive Speaking Strategies

Speeches for Special Occasions

Filters