Question 1

The thesis is so important that you should refer to it several times during your presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

According to the textbook,what is the maximum number of main points that should be included in the body of a presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  three 
B)  five 
C)  seven 
D)  ten 
A)  three 
B)  five 
C)  seven 
D)  ten

Question 3

A logic tree

Accepted Answer

A)  shows a chronological pattern of organization. 
B)  visually shows the relationship among thesis, main points, and subpoints. 
C)  provides a way of combining research cards for an introduction. 
D)  is useful for speeches about biology. 
A)  shows a chronological pattern of organization. 
B)  visually shows the relationship among thesis, main points, and subpoints. 
C)  provides a way of combining research cards for an introduction. 
D)  is useful for speeches about biology.

Question 4

A comparative-advantages organizational plan presents several alternative plans at the same time and then shows why yours is best.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT appropriate to include during the conclusion of a presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  a review of your main points 
B)  returning to the theme you established in your opening statement 
C)  challenging the audience toward action 
D)  new evidence to further support your main point 
A)  a review of your main points 
B)  returning to the theme you established in your opening statement 
C)  challenging the audience toward action 
D)  new evidence to further support your main point

Question 6

After you've created your specific goal and thesis statement,the next step is to

Accepted Answer

A)  Choose an organizational pattern. 
B)  Develop your introduction. 
C)  Create a PowerPoint presentation. 
D)  Gather information about the topic through brainstorming and research. 
A)  Choose an organizational pattern. 
B)  Develop your introduction. 
C)  Create a PowerPoint presentation. 
D)  Gather information about the topic through brainstorming and research.

Question 7

If the audience isn't already aware of your qualifications,it's helpful to establish your competency early in the speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Explain several functions transitions serve in a presentation.Next,identify two essential characteristics of an effective transition.Finally,write two examples of effective transitions.

Accepted Answer

Transitions serve several functions in a

Question 9

Telling a joke is always a good way to begin a speech,even if the joke doesn't relate to your thesis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Katie presented what she thought was a detailed speech about new dental techniques to a group of dental hygienists.After the presentation,Katie found out that her remarks were so general that the hygienists felt they hadn't learned anything worthwhile.Which aspect of the audience did Katie neglect to analyze prior to giving her presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  how much the audience knows 
B)  the audience's personal preferences 
C)  the size of the group 
D)  demographic characteristics 
A)  how much the audience knows 
B)  the audience's personal preferences 
C)  the size of the group 
D)  demographic characteristics

Question 11

As a member of the Board of Regents,Rob has been asked to persuade a group of students that a tuition increase is the most appropriate option for maintaining quality of education at their institution.If Rob first identifies the problems that exist because of the lack in funding and then demonstrates how an increase in tuition will eliminate those problems,which of the following persuasive organizational patterns is he using?

Accepted Answer

A)  problem-solution 
B)  comparative-advantage 
C)  criteria-satisfaction 
D)  chronological 
A)  problem-solution 
B)  comparative-advantage 
C)  criteria-satisfaction 
D)  chronological

Question 12

An introduction should

Accepted Answer

A)  analyze your audience. 
B)  provide numerous details about your main points. 
C)  capture the attention of your audience, state your thesis, and preview your main points. 
D)  list all the research sources you used to get information for your speech. 
A)  analyze your audience. 
B)  provide numerous details about your main points. 
C)  capture the attention of your audience, state your thesis, and preview your main points. 
D)  list all the research sources you used to get information for your speech.

Question 13

If you will be presenting your ideas to a mixed audience,it is recommended that you adapt your message to those listeners who have the most power to adopt or reject your appeal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Duane has been selected by his company to present an after-dinner speech at the company's annual summer party.The general purpose of Duane's presentation is _____________.

Accepted Answer

A)  to inform 
B)  to persuade 
C)  to evaluate 
D)  to entertain 
A)  to inform 
B)  to persuade 
C)  to evaluate 
D)  to entertain

Question 15

It is usually unwise to begin a presentation with a question,because the audience might think you don't know your topic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

The conclusion of your presentation should contain a restatement of your thesis.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

A specific goal statement should indicate the reaction you want from your audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

If you build on the remarks of the previous speaker during your introduction,which of the following type of opening statements would you be using?

Accepted Answer

A)  using humor 
B)  making a startling statement 
C)  referring to the audience 
D)  referring to the occasion 
A)  using humor 
B)  making a startling statement 
C)  referring to the audience 
D)  referring to the occasion

Question 19

It's good to demonstrate your knowledge by speaking a little longer than the suggested time allotment.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Why is it important to organize a presentation? How does organization assist the speaker? How does it assist the listeners?

Accepted Answer

Organizing a presentation is important f

The thesis is so important that you should refer to it several times during your presentation.

According to the textbook,what is the maximum number of main points that should be included in the body of a presentation?

A logic tree

A comparative-advantages organizational plan presents several alternative plans at the same time and then shows why yours is best.

Which of the following is NOT appropriate to include during the conclusion of a presentation?

After you've created your specific goal and thesis statement,the next step is to

If the audience isn't already aware of your qualifications,it's helpful to establish your competency early in the speech.

Explain several functions transitions serve in a presentation.Next,identify two essential characteristics of an effective transition.Finally,write two examples of effective transitions.

Telling a joke is always a good way to begin a speech,even if the joke doesn't relate to your thesis.

An introduction should

If you will be presenting your ideas to a mixed audience,it is recommended that you adapt your message to those listeners who have the most power to adopt or reject your appeal.

Duane has been selected by his company to present an after-dinner speech at the company's annual summer party.The general purpose of Duane's presentation is _____________.

It is usually unwise to begin a presentation with a question,because the audience might think you don't know your topic.

The conclusion of your presentation should contain a restatement of your thesis.

A specific goal statement should indicate the reaction you want from your audience.

If you build on the remarks of the previous speaker during your introduction,which of the following type of opening statements would you be using?

It's good to demonstrate your knowledge by speaking a little longer than the suggested time allotment.

Why is it important to organize a presentation? How does organization assist the speaker? How does it assist the listeners?

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Exam 9: Developing and Organizing the Presentation

The thesis is so important that you should refer to it several times during your presentation.

According to the textbook,what is the maximum number of main points that should be included in the body of a presentation?

A logic tree

A comparative-advantages organizational plan presents several alternative plans at the same time and then shows why yours is best.

Which of the following is NOT appropriate to include during the conclusion of a presentation?

After you've created your specific goal and thesis statement,the next step is to

If the audience isn't already aware of your qualifications,it's helpful to establish your competency early in the speech.

Explain several functions transitions serve in a presentation.Next,identify two essential characteristics of an effective transition.Finally,write two examples of effective transitions.

Telling a joke is always a good way to begin a speech,even if the joke doesn't relate to your thesis.

An introduction should

If you will be presenting your ideas to a mixed audience,it is recommended that you adapt your message to those listeners who have the most power to adopt or reject your appeal.

Duane has been selected by his company to present an after-dinner speech at the company's annual summer party.The general purpose of Duane's presentation is _____________.

It is usually unwise to begin a presentation with a question,because the audience might think you don't know your topic.

The conclusion of your presentation should contain a restatement of your thesis.

A specific goal statement should indicate the reaction you want from your audience.

If you build on the remarks of the previous speaker during your introduction,which of the following type of opening statements would you be using?

It's good to demonstrate your knowledge by speaking a little longer than the suggested time allotment.

Why is it important to organize a presentation? How does organization assist the speaker? How does it assist the listeners?

Communicating at Work

Communication, Culture, and Work

Listening

Verbal and Nonverbal Messages

Interpersonal Strategies and Skills

Principles of Interviewing

Leading and Working in Teams

Effective Meetings

Verbal and Visual Support in Presentations

Delivering the Presentation

Types of Business Presentations

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