Question 1

Most speech instructors suggest creating the_________________ before you write either the introduction or conclusion.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Most speech instructors suggest creating the_________________ before...

Question 2

"Learning to make your own pizza is not only healthier but cheaper." The preceding is an example of a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  general purpose. 
B)  audience relevance statement. 
C)  internal review. 
D)  credibility statement. 
A)  general purpose. 
B)  audience relevance statement. 
C)  internal review. 
D)  credibility statement.

Question 3

Melody is creating an attention-getter for her speech on computer programming and feels she needs to lighten up this dry and complex topic.In this case, Melody should use  __________  for her attention-getter

Accepted Answer

The answer of Melody is creating an attention-getter for her...

Question 4

In her conclusion, Tatiana has chosen to finish the poem she used at the beginning of her speech. What type of "WOW" statement is this?

Accepted Answer

A)  a rhetorical question 
B)  a challenge to the audience 
C)  an anecdote 
D)  a reference back to the introduction 
A)  a rhetorical question 
B)  a challenge to the audience 
C)  an anecdote 
D)  a reference back to the introduction

Question 5

Read the following introduction and describe what is wrong with it.
Hi, everyone. My name is Janice and I am here to show you how to make a homemade apple pie.
Have you ever wanted a good, mouth-watering piece of apple pie but you thought it was too difficult to make?
Making apple pie is not difficult at all. Anyone who can follow a simple recipe can make one and you will be rewarded with a favorite treat that you can take to picnics, parties, and Thanksgiving dinners.
I was given this recipe by my aunt several years ago and have made apple pie for my family ever since.
Today I want to show how you can easily make your own apple pie.

Accepted Answer

The speaker should not have started with

Question 6

__________are vivid accounts that can personalize your speech by helping the audience identify with the topic.

Accepted Answer

A)  Stories, narratives, illustrations, and anecdotes 
B)  Quotations and citations 
C)  Rhetorical questions 
D)  Logical appeals 
A)  Stories, narratives, illustrations, and anecdotes 
B)  Quotations and citations 
C)  Rhetorical questions 
D)  Logical appeals

Question 7

"Today I want to show you how to bake a homemade apple pie. We will gather our ingredients, make the crust, add the filling and bake it to perfection." The preceding is an example of a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  delivery statement. 
B)  ethos statement. 
C)  source citation. 
D)  speech preview. 
A)  delivery statement. 
B)  ethos statement. 
C)  source citation. 
D)  speech preview.

Question 8

What is a guideline for using your own personal story as an attention-getter?

Accepted Answer

If you choose to use a persona

Question 9

When are facts and statistics the most effective as attention-getters?

Accepted Answer

When they are previo

Question 10

Gary is creating an attention-getter and needs to point to a remarkable situation or problem. In this case Gary should use _____________ for his attention-getter.

Accepted Answer

facts and

Question 11

You have ____________ when the audience perceives you as kind, competent, caring, honest, and excited about your topic and speech event.

Accepted Answer

A)  credibility 
B)  hype 
C)  logos 
D)  pathos 
A)  credibility 
B)  hype 
C)  logos 
D)  pathos

Question 12

As a camp counselor for the past three summers, I can tell you that attending summer camp has many benefits." The preceding is an example of a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  introduction. 
B)  attention-getter. 
C)  credibility statement. 
D)  audience relevance statement. 
A)  introduction. 
B)  attention-getter. 
C)  credibility statement. 
D)  audience relevance statement.

Question 13

How does the way you approach your introduction affect your confidence as a speaker?

Accepted Answer

You should work especially hard on your

Question 14

What are the guidelines for using quotations as attention- getters?

Accepted Answer

The quotation should be succinct and int

Question 15

Which of the following is TRUE about using facts and statistics as attention-getters?

Accepted Answer

A)  They are most effective if they are already known by the audience. 
B)  They can help point to a remarkable situation or problem. 
C)  They should be vivid but not shocking. 
D)  They should only be used in persuasive speeches. 
A)  They are most effective if they are already known by the audience. 
B)  They can help point to a remarkable situation or problem. 
C)  They should be vivid but not shocking. 
D)  They should only be used in persuasive speeches.

Question 16

Ariadne wants to use a question for her attention-getter, but does not want an actual response. Ariadne should use a______________question.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Ariadne wants to use a question for...

Question 17

Another word for credibility is

Accepted Answer

A)  hype. 
B)  ethos. 
C)  audience relevance. 
D)  logos. 
A)  hype. 
B)  ethos. 
C)  audience relevance. 
D)  logos.

Question 18

Lara only needs to focus on establishing speaker credibility in the introduction of her speech because that is the only part of a speech where speakers can build credibility.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

A(n)_____________ is something you say, show, or do to get your audience to focus on you and on the topic and goal of your speech.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)_____________ is something you say, show, or...

Question 20

What type of references can be used as attention-getters?

Accepted Answer

References to yourself, the au

Most speech instructors suggest creating the_________________ before you write either the introduction or conclusion.

"Learning to make your own pizza is not only healthier but cheaper." The preceding is an example of a(n)

Melody is creating an attention-getter for her speech on computer programming and feels she needs to lighten up this dry and complex topic.In this case, Melody should use __________ for her attention-getter

In her conclusion, Tatiana has chosen to finish the poem she used at the beginning of her speech. What type of "WOW" statement is this?

__________are vivid accounts that can personalize your speech by helping the audience identify with the topic.

"Today I want to show you how to bake a homemade apple pie. We will gather our ingredients, make the crust, add the filling and bake it to perfection." The preceding is an example of a(n)

What is a guideline for using your own personal story as an attention-getter?

When are facts and statistics the most effective as attention-getters?

Gary is creating an attention-getter and needs to point to a remarkable situation or problem. In this case Gary should use _____________ for his attention-getter.

You have ____________ when the audience perceives you as kind, competent, caring, honest, and excited about your topic and speech event.

As a camp counselor for the past three summers, I can tell you that attending summer camp has many benefits." The preceding is an example of a(n)

How does the way you approach your introduction affect your confidence as a speaker?

What are the guidelines for using quotations as attention- getters?

Which of the following is TRUE about using facts and statistics as attention-getters?

Ariadne wants to use a question for her attention-getter, but does not want an actual response. Ariadne should use a______________question.

Another word for credibility is

Lara only needs to focus on establishing speaker credibility in the introduction of her speech because that is the only part of a speech where speakers can build credibility.

A(n)_____________ is something you say, show, or do to get your audience to focus on you and on the topic and goal of your speech.

What type of references can be used as attention-getters?

Overview of Public Speaking

Getting to Know Your Audience and Situation

Selecting Your Topic and Purpose

Locating Support Material

Selecting and Testing Support Material

Outlining Your Speech

Organizing the Speech Body

Using Language Successfully

Delivering Your Speech

Using Presentation Aids

Listening

Evaluating Speeches

The Informative Speech

Tools for Persuading

The Persuasive Speech

Speeches for Special Events

On-The-Job Speaking

Speaking in Small Groups

Filters

Exam 8: Introducing and Concluding Your Speech

Most speech instructors suggest creating the_________________ before you write either the introduction or conclusion.

"Learning to make your own pizza is not only healthier but cheaper." The preceding is an example of a(n)

Melody is creating an attention-getter for her speech on computer programming and feels she needs to lighten up this dry and complex topic.In this case, Melody should use __________ for her attention-getter

In her conclusion, Tatiana has chosen to finish the poem she used at the beginning of her speech. What type of "WOW" statement is this?

__________are vivid accounts that can personalize your speech by helping the audience identify with the topic.

"Today I want to show you how to bake a homemade apple pie. We will gather our ingredients, make the crust, add the filling and bake it to perfection." The preceding is an example of a(n)

What is a guideline for using your own personal story as an attention-getter?

When are facts and statistics the most effective as attention-getters?

Gary is creating an attention-getter and needs to point to a remarkable situation or problem. In this case Gary should use _____________ for his attention-getter.

You have ____________ when the audience perceives you as kind, competent, caring, honest, and excited about your topic and speech event.

As a camp counselor for the past three summers, I can tell you that attending summer camp has many benefits." The preceding is an example of a(n)

How does the way you approach your introduction affect your confidence as a speaker?

What are the guidelines for using quotations as attention- getters?

Which of the following is TRUE about using facts and statistics as attention-getters?

Ariadne wants to use a question for her attention-getter, but does not want an actual response. Ariadne should use a______________question.

Another word for credibility is

Lara only needs to focus on establishing speaker credibility in the introduction of her speech because that is the only part of a speech where speakers can build credibility.

A(n)_____________ is something you say, show, or do to get your audience to focus on you and on the topic and goal of your speech.

What type of references can be used as attention-getters?

Overview of Public Speaking

Getting to Know Your Audience and Situation

Selecting Your Topic and Purpose

Locating Support Material

Selecting and Testing Support Material

Outlining Your Speech

Organizing the Speech Body

Using Language Successfully

Delivering Your Speech

Using Presentation Aids

Listening

Evaluating Speeches

The Informative Speech

Tools for Persuading

The Persuasive Speech

Speeches for Special Events

On-The-Job Speaking

Speaking in Small Groups

Filters