Question 1

_________________ refers to a speaker's ability to present information in a striking way.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _________________ refers to a speaker's ability to...

Question 2

How does support add to your credibility as a speaker?

Accepted Answer

The less an audience perceives you as an

Question 3

Narratives are stories that have a clear arc: a beginning,a middle,and an end.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

The currency of support sources is important when:

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A) audience members only care about new information. 
B) the field is developing new knowledge very quickly. 
C) listeners resent a rehash of the same old information. 
D) an older speaker must show that he or she is up to date. 
E) a speaker must demonstrate his or her involvement. 
A) audience members only care about new information. 
B) the field is developing new knowledge very quickly. 
C) listeners resent a rehash of the same old information. 
D) an older speaker must show that he or she is up to date. 
E) a speaker must demonstrate his or her involvement.

Question 5

You should use a variety of support types in your speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What important step must a speaker take in paraphrasing the work of others?

Accepted Answer

When paraphrasing you need to

Question 7

Supporting a claim by using numerical data or statistics means you should:

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A) be consistent by supporting all your claims with statistics. 
B) give comparable statistics from three different expert sources. 
C) include a substantial amount of data for the sake of clarity. 
D) make sure your audience understands the meanings correctly. 
E) provide all the statistics from just one authoritative source. 
A) be consistent by supporting all your claims with statistics. 
B) give comparable statistics from three different expert sources. 
C) include a substantial amount of data for the sake of clarity. 
D) make sure your audience understands the meanings correctly. 
E) provide all the statistics from just one authoritative source.

Question 8

Figurative analogies:

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A) clarify the differences between two ideas,concepts,or ideas. 
B) compare two ideas or objects from two different classes. 
C) contrast two sets of numeric data collected by researchers. 
D) provide clarity for the audience when two ideas are abstract. 
E) show how two things are interchangeable or nearly identical. 
A) clarify the differences between two ideas,concepts,or ideas. 
B) compare two ideas or objects from two different classes. 
C) contrast two sets of numeric data collected by researchers. 
D) provide clarity for the audience when two ideas are abstract. 
E) show how two things are interchangeable or nearly identical.

Question 9

Eyewitness testimony is used because:

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A) it adds vividness to the speech and maintains audience attention. 
B) it is more interesting and illustrative than other kinds of evidence. 
C) it is the most reliable kind of information because it is firsthand. 
D) it is provided by someone who has direct contact with a phenomenon. 
E) the speaker can reword it to clarify it and improve its effectiveness. 
A) it adds vividness to the speech and maintains audience attention. 
B) it is more interesting and illustrative than other kinds of evidence. 
C) it is the most reliable kind of information because it is firsthand. 
D) it is provided by someone who has direct contact with a phenomenon. 
E) the speaker can reword it to clarify it and improve its effectiveness.

Question 10

A speaker using statistics will impress many audience members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Informative narratives are:

Accepted Answer

A) fillers that extend the length of time it takes to give a speech. 
B) stories that help audiences understand complicated phenomena. 
C) stories that are used to take the place of concrete evidence. 
D) used for the purpose of gaining and maintaining attention. 
E) used as a way to relax the audience at the beginning of a speech. 
A) fillers that extend the length of time it takes to give a speech. 
B) stories that help audiences understand complicated phenomena. 
C) stories that are used to take the place of concrete evidence. 
D) used for the purpose of gaining and maintaining attention. 
E) used as a way to relax the audience at the beginning of a speech.

Question 12

A demonstration is an example of pictographic support.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

A setup is:

Accepted Answer

A) a carefully prepared sequence of evidence and reasoning. 
B) an explanation of the meaning of data or statistical support. 
C) an explanation of where the supporting information comes from. 
D) use of information that leads to only one possible conclusion. 
E) the use of a vivid quotation used to set the tone of the speech. 
A) a carefully prepared sequence of evidence and reasoning. 
B) an explanation of the meaning of data or statistical support. 
C) an explanation of where the supporting information comes from. 
D) use of information that leads to only one possible conclusion. 
E) the use of a vivid quotation used to set the tone of the speech.

Question 14

If you attempt to define "peace" in a manner that could be used to describe all aspects of the word,you are:

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A) taking on a fool's errand. 
B) clarifying a concrete concept. 
C) selecting "peace" as your topic. 
D) showing a concern for ethics. 
E) using a theoretical definition. 
A) taking on a fool's errand. 
B) clarifying a concrete concept. 
C) selecting "peace" as your topic. 
D) showing a concern for ethics. 
E) using a theoretical definition.

Question 15

Current,cutting-edge sources are mandatory for all topics.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Eyewitness testimony is more reliable than expert testimony.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Explain what is meant by vividness and how it impacts how people use and understand supporting evidence.

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Vividness refers to a speaker's ability

Question 18

Definitions should be used in such a way as to:

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A) clarify the speaker's meanings to the whole audience. 
B) develop details as deeply and minutely as possible. 
C) establish the tone,beginning with the introduction. 
D) impress the audience with the speaker's knowledge. 
E) maintain the flow of the speech for the whole time. 
A) clarify the speaker's meanings to the whole audience. 
B) develop details as deeply and minutely as possible. 
C) establish the tone,beginning with the introduction. 
D) impress the audience with the speaker's knowledge. 
E) maintain the flow of the speech for the whole time.

Question 19

A(n)___________ narrative provides information and/or explanations about a speaker's topic.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)___________ narrative provides information and/or explanations about...

Question 20

Explain the differences between a lexical definition and a persuasive definition.

Accepted Answer

A lexical definition is one that specifi

_________________ refers to a speaker's ability to present information in a striking way.

How does support add to your credibility as a speaker?

Narratives are stories that have a clear arc: a beginning,a middle,and an end.

The currency of support sources is important when:

You should use a variety of support types in your speech.

What important step must a speaker take in paraphrasing the work of others?

Supporting a claim by using numerical data or statistics means you should:

Figurative analogies:

Eyewitness testimony is used because:

A speaker using statistics will impress many audience members.

Informative narratives are:

A demonstration is an example of pictographic support.

A setup is:

If you attempt to define "peace" in a manner that could be used to describe all aspects of the word,you are:

Current,cutting-edge sources are mandatory for all topics.

Eyewitness testimony is more reliable than expert testimony.

Explain what is meant by vividness and how it impacts how people use and understand supporting evidence.

Definitions should be used in such a way as to:

A(n)___________ narrative provides information and/or explanations about a speaker's topic.

Explain the differences between a lexical definition and a persuasive definition.

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Exam 8: Supporting Ideas and Building Arguments

_________________ refers to a speaker's ability to present information in a striking way.

How does support add to your credibility as a speaker?

Narratives are stories that have a clear arc: a beginning,a middle,and an end.

The currency of support sources is important when:

You should use a variety of support types in your speech.

What important step must a speaker take in paraphrasing the work of others?

Supporting a claim by using numerical data or statistics means you should:

Figurative analogies:

Eyewitness testimony is used because:

A speaker using statistics will impress many audience members.

Informative narratives are:

A demonstration is an example of pictographic support.

A setup is:

If you attempt to define "peace" in a manner that could be used to describe all aspects of the word,you are:

Current,cutting-edge sources are mandatory for all topics.

Eyewitness testimony is more reliable than expert testimony.

Explain what is meant by vividness and how it impacts how people use and understand supporting evidence.

Definitions should be used in such a way as to:

A(n)___________ narrative provides information and/or explanations about a speaker's topic.

Explain the differences between a lexical definition and a persuasive definition.

Why Public Speaking Matters Today

Ethics Matters: Understanding the Ethics of Public Speaking

Speaking Confidently

The Importance of Listening

Audience Analysis

Finding a Purpose and Selecting a Topic

Researching Your Speech

Introductions Matter: How to Begin a Speech Effectively

Creating the Body of a Speech

Concluding With Power

Outlining

The Importance of Language

Delivering the Speech

Presentation Aids: Design and Usage

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

Speaking to Entertain

Your First Speech

Filters