Question 1

In what phase of public speaking do you tend to experience a surge in anxiety?

Accepted Answer

A) orientation phase 
B) performance phase 
C) anticipation phase 
D) confrontation phase 
E) adaptation phase 
A) orientation phase 
B) performance phase 
C) anticipation phase 
D) confrontation phase 
E) adaptation phase D

Question 2

You are about to give a speech at your best friend's wedding.Identify and discuss three techniques you can use to help control stage fright.

Accepted Answer

There are several techniques that can help control stage fright when giving a speech at a wedding.

1. Deep Breathing: Taking deep breaths can help calm your nerves and reduce anxiety. Before going on stage, take a few moments to focus on your breathing, inhaling deeply through your nose and exhaling slowly through your mouth. This can help relax your body and mind, making it easier to speak confidently.

2. Visualization: Visualizing a successful speech can help boost your confidence and reduce stage fright. Take some time before the wedding to imagine yourself giving a great speech, with the audience engaged and supportive. This positive visualization can help alleviate anxiety and make you feel more prepared for the actual speech.

3. Practice and Preparation: One of the best ways to control stage fright is to be well-prepared. Practice your speech multiple times, and consider recording yourself to identify areas for improvement. The more familiar you are with your material, the more confident you will feel when delivering it. Additionally, knowing your speech inside and out can help alleviate fears of forgetting your lines or stumbling over your words.

By using these techniques, you can help control stage fright and deliver a memorable speech at your best friend's wedding.

Question 3

Your book discusses three methods of speech delivery.Name and briefly describe each.Then give an example of when each method would be most appropriate.

Accepted Answer

The three methods of speech delivery discussed in my book are impromptu, extemporaneous, and manuscript delivery.

Impromptu delivery is when a speaker delivers a speech without any prior preparation or notes. This method is most appropriate when a speaker needs to respond quickly to a question or situation, such as during a Q&A session or a spontaneous debate.

Extemporaneous delivery involves speaking from a prepared outline or notes, but without reading from a fully written-out speech. This method allows for a more natural and conversational delivery, and is most appropriate for formal presentations or speeches where the speaker wants to maintain a sense of spontaneity and connection with the audience.

Manuscript delivery is when a speaker reads from a fully written-out speech. This method is most appropriate for situations where precision and accuracy are crucial, such as delivering a legal statement or reading a prepared statement to the media.

Each method of speech delivery has its own strengths and weaknesses, and the most appropriate method will depend on the specific context and goals of the speech.

Question 4

When you practice a speech,_______.

Accepted Answer

A) you should concentrate on delivery,not on content or speech organization 
B) you should read from your outline 
C) you should mull over the ideas in your head 
D) you should rehearse out loud to clarify thought 
A) you should concentrate on delivery,not on content or speech organization 
B) you should read from your outline 
C) you should mull over the ideas in your head 
D) you should rehearse out loud to clarify thought

Question 5

Discuss the three phases of public speaking apprehension.Which of the three have you experienced? Which is the most difficult for you to cope with?

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Having eye contact means _______.

Accepted Answer

A) looking toward the audience throughout the speech 
B) picking a spot above the heads of the audience and focusing on it 
C) talking to two or three people in the audience who are paying the most attention 
D) looking at individuals or small groups throughout the speech 
A) looking toward the audience throughout the speech 
B) picking a spot above the heads of the audience and focusing on it 
C) talking to two or three people in the audience who are paying the most attention 
D) looking at individuals or small groups throughout the speech

Question 7

When a person accents the wrong syllable in a word,the problem is called _______.

Accepted Answer

A) an articulation error 
B) an error in pronunciation 
C) a non-fluency 
D) a phonetic error 
A) an articulation error 
B) an error in pronunciation 
C) a non-fluency 
D) a phonetic error

Question 8

Generally,the best notes for your speech will consist of _______.

Accepted Answer

A) the speech outline you developed in preparation 
B) complete sentence statements of main points written in small letters so as to fit as much material on your note cards as possible 
C) key words or phrases written in large letters that help trigger your thought 
D) the speech itself written in large letters on note cards 
A) the speech outline you developed in preparation 
B) complete sentence statements of main points written in small letters so as to fit as much material on your note cards as possible 
C) key words or phrases written in large letters that help trigger your thought 
D) the speech itself written in large letters on note cards

Question 9

When using speaking notes,which of these should you do?

Accepted Answer

A) Type the entire text of your speech and paste it onto notecards. 
B) Use three standard sheets of paper per minute of your speech. 
C) Practice primarily with your entire speech outline and switch to speaking notes only for the official presentation. 
D) Avoid including any nonverbal notes so that you don't end up saying them aloud. 
E) Use the fewest words possible to guide you 
A) Type the entire text of your speech and paste it onto notecards. 
B) Use three standard sheets of paper per minute of your speech. 
C) Practice primarily with your entire speech outline and switch to speaking notes only for the official presentation. 
D) Avoid including any nonverbal notes so that you don't end up saying them aloud. 
E) Use the fewest words possible to guide you

Question 10

_______ orientation,viewing speaking as an opportunity to engage in a conversation about something you care about,is an effective way to view public speaking.

Accepted Answer

A) Conversation 
B) Communication 
C) Performance 
D) Interpersonal 
E) Impromptu 
A) Conversation 
B) Communication 
C) Performance 
D) Interpersonal 
E) Impromptu

Question 11

Speaking with no changes in pitch or rate is described as speaking _______.

Accepted Answer

A) with poor articulation 
B) in a monotone 
C) speaks in an impromptu manner 
D) conversationally 
A) with poor articulation 
B) in a monotone 
C) speaks in an impromptu manner 
D) conversationally

Question 12

If you have been told that you speak too rapidly,_______.

Accepted Answer

A) you will have to learn to adjust your ear to a more appropriate rate 
B) you should learn to enunciate more clearly 
C) it means that you are trying to create a mood of excitement 
D) your reading rate is probably over 130 words per minute 
A) you will have to learn to adjust your ear to a more appropriate rate 
B) you should learn to enunciate more clearly 
C) it means that you are trying to create a mood of excitement 
D) your reading rate is probably over 130 words per minute

Question 13

The confrontation phase is the anxiety you feel when you begin the speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Critical analysis of speeches provides an analysis of where the speech was strong or weak,but also _______.

Accepted Answer

A) suggests more effective tips and techniques 
B) can help with communication apprehension 
C) will encourage praise and high self-esteem 
D) provides insight into methods for future speeches 
A) suggests more effective tips and techniques 
B) can help with communication apprehension 
C) will encourage praise and high self-esteem 
D) provides insight into methods for future speeches

Question 15

One of the techniques you can use to help manage your nervousness is to _______.

Accepted Answer

A) try not to look at your audience while you are speaking 
B) start talking a few seconds before you get to the speaker's stand 
C) try to keep in mind how important the speech is to your grade 
D) be well prepared 
A) try not to look at your audience while you are speaking 
B) start talking a few seconds before you get to the speaker's stand 
C) try to keep in mind how important the speech is to your grade 
D) be well prepared

Question 16

Spontaneity in speaking means _______.

Accepted Answer

A) presenting ideas in a natural unrehearsed manner 
B) actually talking without extensive preparation 
C) memorizing completely 
D) varying wording slightly while reading from a manuscript 
E) not worrying about what you say 
A) presenting ideas in a natural unrehearsed manner 
B) actually talking without extensive preparation 
C) memorizing completely 
D) varying wording slightly while reading from a manuscript 
E) not worrying about what you say

Question 17

The surge of anxiety you experience as you first begin your speech is called _______ phase.

Accepted Answer

A) anticipation 
B) confrontation 
C) adaptation 
D) orientation 
A) anticipation 
B) confrontation 
C) adaptation 
D) orientation

Question 18

A speaker will be more enthusiastic if he or she _______.

Accepted Answer

A) looks at the audience 
B) is well organized 
C) speaks in an impromptu manner 
D) selects a topic of personal interest 
A) looks at the audience 
B) is well organized 
C) speaks in an impromptu manner 
D) selects a topic of personal interest

Question 19

Visualization involves picturing _______.

Accepted Answer

A) members of the audience as insignificant 
B) yourself giving a great speech 
C) yourself somewhere other than in front of an audience 
D) the words on your outline 
A) members of the audience as insignificant 
B) yourself giving a great speech 
C) yourself somewhere other than in front of an audience 
D) the words on your outline

Question 20

Varying your pitch means _______.

Accepted Answer

A) talking faster at times,slower at others 
B) talking louder at times,softer at others 
C) talking higher at times,lower at others 
D) talking gently at times,harshly at others 
A) talking faster at times,slower at others 
B) talking louder at times,softer at others 
C) talking higher at times,lower at others 
D) talking gently at times,harshly at others

In what phase of public speaking do you tend to experience a surge in anxiety?

You are about to give a speech at your best friend's wedding.Identify and discuss three techniques you can use to help control stage fright.

Your book discusses three methods of speech delivery.Name and briefly describe each.Then give an example of when each method would be most appropriate.

When you practice a speech,_______.

Discuss the three phases of public speaking apprehension.Which of the three have you experienced? Which is the most difficult for you to cope with?

Having eye contact means _______.

When a person accents the wrong syllable in a word,the problem is called _______.

Generally,the best notes for your speech will consist of _______.

When using speaking notes,which of these should you do?

_______ orientation,viewing speaking as an opportunity to engage in a conversation about something you care about,is an effective way to view public speaking.

Speaking with no changes in pitch or rate is described as speaking _______.

If you have been told that you speak too rapidly,_______.

The confrontation phase is the anxiety you feel when you begin the speech.

Critical analysis of speeches provides an analysis of where the speech was strong or weak,but also _______.

One of the techniques you can use to help manage your nervousness is to _______.

Spontaneity in speaking means _______.

The surge of anxiety you experience as you first begin your speech is called _______ phase.

A speaker will be more enthusiastic if he or she _______.

Visualization involves picturing _______.

Varying your pitch means _______.

Communication Perspectives

Perception of Self and Others

Intercultural Communication

Verbal Messages

Nonverbal Messages

Listening

Interpersonal Relationships

Interpersonal Communication

Communicating in Groups

Group Leadership and Problem Solving

Topic Selection and Development

Organizing Your Speech

Presentational Aids

Language

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

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Exam 15: Delivery

In what phase of public speaking do you tend to experience a surge in anxiety?

You are about to give a speech at your best friend's wedding.Identify and discuss three techniques you can use to help control stage fright.

Your book discusses three methods of speech delivery.Name and briefly describe each.Then give an example of when each method would be most appropriate.

When you practice a speech,_______.

Discuss the three phases of public speaking apprehension.Which of the three have you experienced? Which is the most difficult for you to cope with?

Having eye contact means _______.

When a person accents the wrong syllable in a word,the problem is called _______.

Generally,the best notes for your speech will consist of _______.

When using speaking notes,which of these should you do?

_______ orientation,viewing speaking as an opportunity to engage in a conversation about something you care about,is an effective way to view public speaking.

Speaking with no changes in pitch or rate is described as speaking _______.

If you have been told that you speak too rapidly,_______.

The confrontation phase is the anxiety you feel when you begin the speech.

Critical analysis of speeches provides an analysis of where the speech was strong or weak,but also _______.

One of the techniques you can use to help manage your nervousness is to _______.

Spontaneity in speaking means _______.

The surge of anxiety you experience as you first begin your speech is called _______ phase.

A speaker will be more enthusiastic if he or she _______.

Visualization involves picturing _______.

Varying your pitch means _______.

Communication Perspectives

Perception of Self and Others

Intercultural Communication

Verbal Messages

Nonverbal Messages

Listening

Interpersonal Relationships

Interpersonal Communication

Communicating in Groups

Group Leadership and Problem Solving

Topic Selection and Development

Organizing Your Speech

Presentational Aids

Language

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

Filters