Question 1

Informative speeches should rely on multiple channels of communication.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Persuasive speakers want listeners to take ____________________ rather than just accept new information.

Accepted Answer

action

Question 3

When a speaker is asking the audience to understand new information or learn a new process or skill,how can the speaker reduce any uncertainty the audience might experience?

Accepted Answer

A) Limit the information the speaker presents. 
B) Move from the familiar to unfamiliar. 
C) Repeat important ideas. 
D) Use multiple communication channels. 
E) Highlight key material. 
A) Limit the information the speaker presents. 
B) Move from the familiar to unfamiliar. 
C) Repeat important ideas. 
D) Use multiple communication channels. 
E) Highlight key material. B

Question 4

Informative presentations don't usually present controversial ideas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

This type of informative speech summarized the results of something.

Accepted Answer

A) demonstration 
B) description 
C) explanation 
D) briefing 
E) reporting 
A) demonstration 
B) description 
C) explanation 
D) briefing 
E) reporting

Question 6

List four types of informative speeches and craft a specific purpose statement for each.

Accepted Answer

1. Definition Speech: 
Specific Purpose

Question 7

Luis says,"If you knew the information I will provide in this four minute speech would save a loved one's life,would you listen carefully? Well,it easily could.It saved my father's life when we were at dinner last week." Luis is doing what effective part of informative speaking?

Accepted Answer

A) Provide listeners with a clear thesis statement. 
B) Motivate listeners to want information. 
C) Connect with listeners' values and experiences. 
D) Build credibility with listeners. 
E) Adapt to diverse listeners. 
A) Provide listeners with a clear thesis statement. 
B) Motivate listeners to want information. 
C) Connect with listeners' values and experiences. 
D) Build credibility with listeners. 
E) Adapt to diverse listeners.

Question 8

Informative speakers should present all the information they can find about their topics.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

For an informative speech to be effective,speakers should be motivated to want what the audience offers.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

"Would you like to be able to retire by the time you are 55?" is an example of a(n)____________________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of "Would you like to be able to...

Question 11

When George was describing the history of how Dr.Seuss came to be,he used very detailed information. What kind of informative speech would George have been delivering?

Accepted Answer

A) instruction 
B) description 
C) explanation 
D) reporting 
E) demonstration 
A) instruction 
B) description 
C) explanation 
D) reporting 
E) demonstration

Question 12

Transitions should be woven throughout your informative speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Involving the audience in an informative speech generates active learning.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is not a way to design your speech to enhance learning and retention?

Accepted Answer

A) Limit the information you present. 
B) Move from the familiar to the unfamiliar. 
C) Place important ideas first. 
D) Highlight key material. 
E) Rely on multiple communication channels. 
A) Limit the information you present. 
B) Move from the familiar to the unfamiliar. 
C) Place important ideas first. 
D) Highlight key material. 
E) Rely on multiple communication channels.

Question 15

A(n)____________________ statement is important to include for both informative and persuasive messages.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)____________________ statement is important to include for...

Question 16

Information is so pervasive today that in order to be an effective speaker,it is a good idea to try to ____________________ your audience to listen to your message.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Information is so pervasive today that in...

Question 17

Informative speaking is a part of ____________________ life.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Informative speaking is a part of ____________________...

Question 18

Informative speeches usually aim to help change listeners' attitudes,beliefs,and behaviors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Ethical supporting material in an informative speech presents accurate information fairly and without distortion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

What statement about the differences or similarities between persuasive and informative speaking is accurate?

Accepted Answer

A) Persuasive speaking is usually more controversial than informative speaking. 
B) Persuasive speaking is usually less controversial than informative speaking. 
C) Persuasive speaking and informative speaking are about equal in their degrees of controversy. 
D) Both seek the same responses from listeners. 
E) All of these are accurate 
A) Persuasive speaking is usually more controversial than informative speaking. 
B) Persuasive speaking is usually less controversial than informative speaking. 
C) Persuasive speaking and informative speaking are about equal in their degrees of controversy. 
D) Both seek the same responses from listeners. 
E) All of these are accurate

Informative speeches should rely on multiple channels of communication.

Persuasive speakers want listeners to take ____________________ rather than just accept new information.

When a speaker is asking the audience to understand new information or learn a new process or skill,how can the speaker reduce any uncertainty the audience might experience?

Informative presentations don't usually present controversial ideas.

This type of informative speech summarized the results of something.

List four types of informative speeches and craft a specific purpose statement for each.

Luis says,"If you knew the information I will provide in this four minute speech would save a loved one's life,would you listen carefully? Well,it easily could.It saved my father's life when we were at dinner last week." Luis is doing what effective part of informative speaking?

Informative speakers should present all the information they can find about their topics.

For an informative speech to be effective,speakers should be motivated to want what the audience offers.

"Would you like to be able to retire by the time you are 55?" is an example of a(n)____________________.

When George was describing the history of how Dr.Seuss came to be,he used very detailed information. What kind of informative speech would George have been delivering?

Transitions should be woven throughout your informative speech.

Involving the audience in an informative speech generates active learning.

Which of the following is not a way to design your speech to enhance learning and retention?

A(n)____________________ statement is important to include for both informative and persuasive messages.

Information is so pervasive today that in order to be an effective speaker,it is a good idea to try to ____________________ your audience to listen to your message.

Informative speaking is a part of ____________________ life.

Informative speeches usually aim to help change listeners' attitudes,beliefs,and behaviors.

Ethical supporting material in an informative speech presents accurate information fairly and without distortion.

What statement about the differences or similarities between persuasive and informative speaking is accurate?

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Exam 15: Informative Speaking

Informative speeches should rely on multiple channels of communication.

Persuasive speakers want listeners to take ____________________ rather than just accept new information.

When a speaker is asking the audience to understand new information or learn a new process or skill,how can the speaker reduce any uncertainty the audience might experience?

Informative presentations don't usually present controversial ideas.

This type of informative speech summarized the results of something.

List four types of informative speeches and craft a specific purpose statement for each.

Luis says,"If you knew the information I will provide in this four minute speech would save a loved one's life,would you listen carefully? Well,it easily could.It saved my father's life when we were at dinner last week." Luis is doing what effective part of informative speaking?

Informative speakers should present all the information they can find about their topics.

For an informative speech to be effective,speakers should be motivated to want what the audience offers.

"Would you like to be able to retire by the time you are 55?" is an example of a(n)____________________.

When George was describing the history of how Dr.Seuss came to be,he used very detailed information. What kind of informative speech would George have been delivering?

Transitions should be woven throughout your informative speech.

Involving the audience in an informative speech generates active learning.

Which of the following is not a way to design your speech to enhance learning and retention?

A(n)____________________ statement is important to include for both informative and persuasive messages.

Information is so pervasive today that in order to be an effective speaker,it is a good idea to try to ____________________ your audience to listen to your message.

Informative speaking is a part of ____________________ life.

Informative speeches usually aim to help change listeners' attitudes,beliefs,and behaviors.

Ethical supporting material in an informative speech presents accurate information fairly and without distortion.

What statement about the differences or similarities between persuasive and informative speaking is accurate?

The World of Communication

Perception and Communication

Communication and Personal Identity

Listening Effectively

The Verbal Dimension of Communication

The Nonverbal Dimension of Communication

Communication and Culture

Communication in Personal Relationships

Communication in Groups and Teams

Communication in Organizations

Media and Media Literacy

Planning Public Speaking

Researching and Developing Support for Public Speeches

Organizing and Presenting Public Speeches

Persuasive Speaking

Interviewing

Filters