Question 1

A central idea should be written as a complete sentence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Speeches about objects, people, animals, places, and events are speeches to ________________ .

Accepted Answer

The answer of Speeches about objects, people, animals, places, and...

Question 3

A specific purpose should be stated as a question.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

At its essence, informative speaking is the act of influencing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Thoe is working on his informative speech and he is at the stage where he is finalizing the delivery outline, in which he is including delivery and presentation aid notes. What stage of the creative process is Theo in?

Accepted Answer

A)  stage 1 - starting 
B)  stage 2 - researching 
C)  stage 3 - creating 
D)  stage 4 - presenting 
A)  stage 1 - starting 
B)  stage 2 - researching 
C)  stage 3 - creating 
D)  stage 4 - presenting

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for using language in an informative speech?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use we and you to help the audience feel included. 
B)  Use previews and reviews to help with complex topics and memory. 
C)  Avoid jargon, acronyms, and unfamiliar references as much as possible. 
D)  Use a formal style of language. 
A)  Use we and you to help the audience feel included. 
B)  Use previews and reviews to help with complex topics and memory. 
C)  Avoid jargon, acronyms, and unfamiliar references as much as possible. 
D)  Use a formal style of language.

Question 7

______________speaking is considered to be the "bread and butter" of our daily communication.

Accepted Answer

A)  Special occasion 
B)  Persuasive 
C)  Informative 
D)  Extemporaneous 
A)  Special occasion 
B)  Persuasive 
C)  Informative 
D)  Extemporaneous

Question 8

The speech conclusion should be less than ________________ percent of the speech.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The speech conclusion should be less than...

Question 9

Explain the five steps in the process of informative speaking.

Accepted Answer

The five steps in the process of informa

Question 10

Lorelei is writing an introduction for her informative speech, but is unsure how to end it. She should end her introduction with a ________________ .

Accepted Answer

The answer of Lorelei is writing an introduction for her...

Question 11

When constructing main points, make sure they are

Accepted Answer

A)  balanced with each other. 
B)  written in question form. 
C)  written from least to most important. 
D)  written as phrases. 
A)  balanced with each other. 
B)  written in question form. 
C)  written from least to most important. 
D)  written as phrases.

Question 12

All of the following are guidelines for researching an informative speech EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  rely on more than one research tool. 
B)  rely heavily on facts, definitions, testimony, and examples. 
C)  find materials that will interest your audience because they are relevant, unique, current, entertaining, and easy to understand. 
D)  select only material with a language level that matches your own level of expertise. 
A)  rely on more than one research tool. 
B)  rely heavily on facts, definitions, testimony, and examples. 
C)  find materials that will interest your audience because they are relevant, unique, current, entertaining, and easy to understand. 
D)  select only material with a language level that matches your own level of expertise.

Question 13

"To inform my classmates about the history of Halloween" is an example of a specific purpose.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

D'Angelo gave a speech on teacup pigs. This is an example of a speech to

Accepted Answer

A)  explain. 
B)  instruct. 
C)  describe. 
D)  report. 
A)  explain. 
B)  instruct. 
C)  describe. 
D)  report.

Question 15

A________________ merges together your general purpose, your audience, and your objective.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A________________ merges together your general purpose, your...

Question 16

In the creating stage of the informative speaking process, you construct the body, introduction, and conclusion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Write an example of a central idea that previews the ideas in a speech to instruct.

Accepted Answer

Creating a container water gar

Question 18

Felicia is working on her informative speech and is at the stage where she is creating an idea bank, surveying her audience and creating her central idea. What stage of the creative process is Felicia in?

Accepted Answer

A)  stage 1 - starting 
B)  stage 2 - researching 
C)  stage 3 - creating 
D)  stage 4 - presenting 
A)  stage 1 - starting 
B)  stage 2 - researching 
C)  stage 3 - creating 
D)  stage 4 - presenting

Question 19

What are two rules to follow regarding language use in informative speaking?

Accepted Answer

1) Avoid jargon, acr

Question 20

The main benchmarks of great informative speaking are accuracy, unity, and inclusiveness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

A central idea should be written as a complete sentence.

Speeches about objects, people, animals, places, and events are speeches to ________________ .

A specific purpose should be stated as a question.

At its essence, informative speaking is the act of influencing.

Thoe is working on his informative speech and he is at the stage where he is finalizing the delivery outline, in which he is including delivery and presentation aid notes. What stage of the creative process is Theo in?

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for using language in an informative speech?

______________speaking is considered to be the "bread and butter" of our daily communication.

The speech conclusion should be less than ________________ percent of the speech.

Explain the five steps in the process of informative speaking.

Lorelei is writing an introduction for her informative speech, but is unsure how to end it. She should end her introduction with a ________________ .

When constructing main points, make sure they are

All of the following are guidelines for researching an informative speech EXCEPT

"To inform my classmates about the history of Halloween" is an example of a specific purpose.

D'Angelo gave a speech on teacup pigs. This is an example of a speech to

A________________ merges together your general purpose, your audience, and your objective.

In the creating stage of the informative speaking process, you construct the body, introduction, and conclusion.

Write an example of a central idea that previews the ideas in a speech to instruct.

Felicia is working on her informative speech and is at the stage where she is creating an idea bank, surveying her audience and creating her central idea. What stage of the creative process is Felicia in?

What are two rules to follow regarding language use in informative speaking?

The main benchmarks of great informative speaking are accuracy, unity, and inclusiveness.

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

Introducing and Concluding Your Speech

Using Language Successfully

Delivering Your Speech

Using Presentation Aids

Listening

Evaluating Speeches

Tools for Persuading

The Persuasive Speech

Speeches for Special Events

On-The-Job Speaking

Speaking in Small Groups

Filters

Exam 14: The Informative Speech

A central idea should be written as a complete sentence.

Speeches about objects, people, animals, places, and events are speeches to ________________ .

A specific purpose should be stated as a question.

At its essence, informative speaking is the act of influencing.

Thoe is working on his informative speech and he is at the stage where he is finalizing the delivery outline, in which he is including delivery and presentation aid notes. What stage of the creative process is Theo in?

Which of the following is NOT a guideline for using language in an informative speech?

______________speaking is considered to be the "bread and butter" of our daily communication.

The speech conclusion should be less than ________________ percent of the speech.

Explain the five steps in the process of informative speaking.

Lorelei is writing an introduction for her informative speech, but is unsure how to end it. She should end her introduction with a ________________ .

When constructing main points, make sure they are

All of the following are guidelines for researching an informative speech EXCEPT

"To inform my classmates about the history of Halloween" is an example of a specific purpose.

D'Angelo gave a speech on teacup pigs. This is an example of a speech to

A________________ merges together your general purpose, your audience, and your objective.

In the creating stage of the informative speaking process, you construct the body, introduction, and conclusion.

Write an example of a central idea that previews the ideas in a speech to instruct.

Felicia is working on her informative speech and is at the stage where she is creating an idea bank, surveying her audience and creating her central idea. What stage of the creative process is Felicia in?

What are two rules to follow regarding language use in informative speaking?

The main benchmarks of great informative speaking are accuracy, unity, and inclusiveness.

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

Introducing and Concluding Your Speech

Using Language Successfully

Delivering Your Speech

Using Presentation Aids

Listening

Evaluating Speeches

Tools for Persuading

The Persuasive Speech

Speeches for Special Events

On-The-Job Speaking

Speaking in Small Groups

Filters