Question 1

Identify several additional criteria besides demographic factors to assess an audience.

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Question 2

Define brainstorming. What are the two basic principles of brainstorming? Set a timer for 5 minutes. Write down as many ideas as you can, using one of the following topics: Education; sports; family; responsibility; politics; entertainment. Once you are finished, read over your ideas and circle the one that you believe would make the best information speech topic.

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Question 3

Maslow used a hierarchy to describe basic human

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A)  desires. 
B)  audiences. 
C)  orientation. 
D)  needs. 
A)  desires. 
B)  audiences. 
C)  orientation. 
D)  needs.

Question 4

If, after you have considered yourself, the situation, and the audience, you find that you still have a difficult time deciding on a suitable topic, what should you try?

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A)  Rewriting your introduction 
B)  Picking presentational aids 
C)  Brainstorming 
D)  Analyze your goals in life 
A)  Rewriting your introduction 
B)  Picking presentational aids 
C)  Brainstorming 
D)  Analyze your goals in life

Question 5

Speech topics that fall under Maslow's safety needs include wearing seat belts and using carbon monoxide alarms in homes.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

When selecting a speech topic, we can look to ourselves, our concerns, experiences, knowledge, and curiosity to generate possible ideas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Match the word or phrase with its meaning.
-Physiological needs

Accepted Answer

A)  To inform my audience about the three ways to get better grades 
B)  Serving on a museum's board of directors 
C)  "How do you feel about organ donation?"… "Are you an organ donor?" 
D)  The two most significant fears in infants are loud noises and falls 
E)  Ground water contamination
F) Fraternities and sororities
G) Closed, open, graduated or Likert scale
H) Leading the volleyball team through a victorious match
I) The 40 years spent working at a steel mill
J) To inform
K) Proper fire extinguisher use 
A)  To inform my audience about the three ways to get better grades 
B)  Serving on a museum's board of directors 
C)  "How do you feel about organ donation?"… "Are you an organ donor?" 
D)  The two most significant fears in infants are loud noises and falls 
E)  Ground water contamination
F) Fraternities and sororities
G) Closed, open, graduated or Likert scale
H) Leading the volleyball team through a victorious match
I) The 40 years spent working at a steel mill
J) To inform
K) Proper fire extinguisher use

Question 8

Demographics refer to

Accepted Answer

A)  age, sex, and ethnic/cultural/religious background. 
B)  physical characteristics. 
C)  demonstrating a predetermined methodology. 
D)  the population. 
A)  age, sex, and ethnic/cultural/religious background. 
B)  physical characteristics. 
C)  demonstrating a predetermined methodology. 
D)  the population.

Question 9

The graduated scale is also known as the Likert scale.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

April told her audience, "Participating in an internship program will help you fulfill your graduation requirements for your major, add experience to your resume, and give you an opportunity to apply what you've learned to the workplace." This is an example of what kind of statement?

Accepted Answer

A)  Opening statement 
B)  General purpose statement 
C)  Thesis statement 
D)  Specific purpose statement 
A)  Opening statement 
B)  General purpose statement 
C)  Thesis statement 
D)  Specific purpose statement

Question 11

Lighting, room shape, and room size are NOT important to consider when preparing for giving a speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

According to Abraham Maslow, people have the same basic needs, which are best understood when explained in terms of a hierarchy. Identify these five needs in their hierarchical position.

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Question 13

The ________ includes the major ideas of your speech and refines your specific purpose.

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The answer of The ________ includes the major ideas of...

Question 14

Tim is disappointed. He delivered a speech to a filled auditorium on practicing safe sex. Having AIDS, Tim wanted to share his experiences. He hoped to create an intimate setting so the audience would ask him questions. This did not happen. What part of the speaking situation did Tim fail to analyze?

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The answer of Tim is disappointed. He delivered a speech...

Question 15

Identify the hierarchy of basic needs people have as outlined by Abraham Maslow. Provide an explanation and an example for each need.

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Question 16

Jamal was chosen by his union to update the employees about the looming strike. The hall he is to speak in holds 500 people but has poor lighting, yet is equipped with a sound and computer system. Jamal decided to incorporate PowerPoint slides of charts and graphs that show the topics being negotiated. What one factor regarding this speaking situation helped Jamal determine how he would deliver his speech? Choose the BEST answer.

Accepted Answer

A)  The size of his audience 
B)  The demographics of his audience 
C)  The time limit 
D)  The size and shape of the room 
A)  The size of his audience 
B)  The demographics of his audience 
C)  The time limit 
D)  The size and shape of the room

Question 17

Match the word or phrase with its meaning.
-Specific purpose

Accepted Answer

A)  To inform my audience about the three ways to get better grades 
B)  Serving on a museum's board of directors 
C)  "How do you feel about organ donation?"… "Are you an organ donor?" 
D)  The two most significant fears in infants are loud noises and falls 
E)  Ground water contamination
F) Fraternities and sororities
G) Closed, open, graduated or Likert scale
H) Leading the volleyball team through a victorious match
I) The 40 years spent working at a steel mill
J) To inform
K) Proper fire extinguisher use 
A)  To inform my audience about the three ways to get better grades 
B)  Serving on a museum's board of directors 
C)  "How do you feel about organ donation?"… "Are you an organ donor?" 
D)  The two most significant fears in infants are loud noises and falls 
E)  Ground water contamination
F) Fraternities and sororities
G) Closed, open, graduated or Likert scale
H) Leading the volleyball team through a victorious match
I) The 40 years spent working at a steel mill
J) To inform
K) Proper fire extinguisher use

Question 18

Identify the three kinds of surveys identified by your textbook.

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Question 19

Julianne is giving a speech at a local business about losing weight with diet and exercise. While doing her research, she realizes that there are several technical terms she would like to use but does not know if her audience will understand them. Julianne sends out a survey to the intended audience to gauge their understanding of the topic. What area of audience characteristics is Julianne taking into consideration?

Accepted Answer

A)  The audience's attitude 
B)  The audience's needs 
C)  The audience's wants 
D)  The audience's knowledge 
A)  The audience's attitude 
B)  The audience's needs 
C)  The audience's wants 
D)  The audience's knowledge

Question 20

Match the word or phrase with its meaning.
-Survey

Accepted Answer

A)  To inform my audience about the three ways to get better grades 
B)  Serving on a museum's board of directors 
C)  "How do you feel about organ donation?"… "Are you an organ donor?" 
D)  The two most significant fears in infants are loud noises and falls 
E)  Ground water contamination
F) Fraternities and sororities
G) Closed, open, graduated or Likert scale
H) Leading the volleyball team through a victorious match
I) The 40 years spent working at a steel mill
J) To inform
K) Proper fire extinguisher use 
A)  To inform my audience about the three ways to get better grades 
B)  Serving on a museum's board of directors 
C)  "How do you feel about organ donation?"… "Are you an organ donor?" 
D)  The two most significant fears in infants are loud noises and falls 
E)  Ground water contamination
F) Fraternities and sororities
G) Closed, open, graduated or Likert scale
H) Leading the volleyball team through a victorious match
I) The 40 years spent working at a steel mill
J) To inform
K) Proper fire extinguisher use

Identify several additional criteria besides demographic factors to assess an audience.

Maslow used a hierarchy to describe basic human

If, after you have considered yourself, the situation, and the audience, you find that you still have a difficult time deciding on a suitable topic, what should you try?

Speech topics that fall under Maslow's safety needs include wearing seat belts and using carbon monoxide alarms in homes.

When selecting a speech topic, we can look to ourselves, our concerns, experiences, knowledge, and curiosity to generate possible ideas.

Match the word or phrase with its meaning. -Physiological needs

Demographics refer to

The graduated scale is also known as the Likert scale.

April told her audience, "Participating in an internship program will help you fulfill your graduation requirements for your major, add experience to your resume, and give you an opportunity to apply what you've learned to the workplace." This is an example of what kind of statement?

Lighting, room shape, and room size are NOT important to consider when preparing for giving a speech.

According to Abraham Maslow, people have the same basic needs, which are best understood when explained in terms of a hierarchy. Identify these five needs in their hierarchical position.

The ________ includes the major ideas of your speech and refines your specific purpose.

Identify the hierarchy of basic needs people have as outlined by Abraham Maslow. Provide an explanation and an example for each need.

Match the word or phrase with its meaning. -Specific purpose

Identify the three kinds of surveys identified by your textbook.

Match the word or phrase with its meaning. -Survey

An Overview of Communication

Perception

Listening

Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Understanding Ourselves and Others

Creating a Positive Communication Climate

Interviewing

Communicating in Small Groups

Solving Problems Using Small Groups

Researching and Using Supportive Material for Your Speech

Organizing Your Speech

Delivering Your Speech

The Informative Speech

The Persuasive Speech

Filters

Exam 11: Selecting a Speech Topic and Adapting to the Audience

Identify several additional criteria besides demographic factors to assess an audience.

Maslow used a hierarchy to describe basic human

If, after you have considered yourself, the situation, and the audience, you find that you still have a difficult time deciding on a suitable topic, what should you try?

Speech topics that fall under Maslow's safety needs include wearing seat belts and using carbon monoxide alarms in homes.

When selecting a speech topic, we can look to ourselves, our concerns, experiences, knowledge, and curiosity to generate possible ideas.

Match the word or phrase with its meaning. -Physiological needs

Demographics refer to

The graduated scale is also known as the Likert scale.

April told her audience, "Participating in an internship program will help you fulfill your graduation requirements for your major, add experience to your resume, and give you an opportunity to apply what you've learned to the workplace." This is an example of what kind of statement?

Lighting, room shape, and room size are NOT important to consider when preparing for giving a speech.

According to Abraham Maslow, people have the same basic needs, which are best understood when explained in terms of a hierarchy. Identify these five needs in their hierarchical position.

The ________ includes the major ideas of your speech and refines your specific purpose.

Identify the hierarchy of basic needs people have as outlined by Abraham Maslow. Provide an explanation and an example for each need.

Match the word or phrase with its meaning. -Specific purpose

Identify the three kinds of surveys identified by your textbook.

Match the word or phrase with its meaning. -Survey

An Overview of Communication

Perception

Listening

Verbal Communication

Nonverbal Communication

Understanding Ourselves and Others

Creating a Positive Communication Climate

Interviewing

Communicating in Small Groups

Solving Problems Using Small Groups

Researching and Using Supportive Material for Your Speech

Organizing Your Speech

Delivering Your Speech

The Informative Speech

The Persuasive Speech

Filters