Question 1

The central idea should be a single idea.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

The central idea for Janelle's speech on the importance of using sunscreen does not break down into logical divisions.Rather than forget this topic and try to find one that divides more logically,what does your text suggest that Janelle do?

Accepted Answer

A) find a chronological pattern for the main ideas 
B) establish reasons why her central idea is true 
C) create only one main point 
D) find new supporting material on the topic and start again 
A) find a chronological pattern for the main ideas 
B) establish reasons why her central idea is true 
C) create only one main point 
D) find new supporting material on the topic and start again B

Question 3

The ______ is decided solely by the speaker since it depends on the behavioral change the speaker expects from the audience at the end of the speech.

Accepted Answer

A) general purpose 
B) specific purpose 
C) central idea 
D) functional purpose 
A) general purpose 
B) specific purpose 
C) central idea 
D) functional purpose B

Question 4

When wording a specific purpose statement,you should use words that refer to observable or measurable behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When brainstorming,the first topic you think of may remind you of a second possibility.This is known as

Accepted Answer

A) topic hopping. 
B) brain waving. 
C) piggybacking. 
D) pork barreling. 
A) topic hopping. 
B) brain waving. 
C) piggybacking. 
D) pork barreling.

Question 6

Allison has written and rewritten the central idea of her speech on the topic of dog care.She finally comes up with "Dog care is very difficult." What is the problem with this central idea?

Accepted Answer

A) Her central idea is not audience-centered. 
B) Her central idea is too confusing. 
C) Her central idea is too vague. 
D) Her central idea is not a declarative sentence. 
A) Her central idea is not audience-centered. 
B) Her central idea is too confusing. 
C) Her central idea is too vague. 
D) Her central idea is not a declarative sentence.

Question 7

When Elizabeth was asked to be the after-dinner speaker for the senior honors dinner,she responded with great enthusiasm.She viewed this as an opportunity to reflect on their past years at college,to bring a smile to her fellow seniors' faces,to make them feel the excitement of the event,and to help them enjoy themselves.In this situation,Elizabeth would be speaking to

Accepted Answer

A) inform. 
B) persuade. 
C) convince. 
D) entertain. 
A) inform. 
B) persuade. 
C) convince. 
D) entertain.

Question 8

You should generate your main ideas by looking for natural divisions,reasons,or steps to support your central idea.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

To be successful,a topic must be appropriate the audience,speaker,and _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of To be successful,a topic must be appropriate...

Question 10

Once you have generated your main ideas,you can add a preview of those main ideas to your central idea to produce a _____ for your speech.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Once you have generated your main ideas,you...

Question 11

How does a speaker brainstorm for a topic?

Accepted Answer

(1)Start with a blank sheet of paper or

Question 12

When you word a specific purpose in terms of desired audience behavior it is known as a

Accepted Answer

A) thesis. 
B) demographic objective. 
C) behavioral objective. 
D) functional purpose. 
A) thesis. 
B) demographic objective. 
C) behavioral objective. 
D) functional purpose.

Question 13

You should limit the specific purpose to two to three ideas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

A disadvantage to searching the Web for a topic idea is that it doesn't aid in developing a preliminary bibliography while you are searching for the topic.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The goal of brainstorming relates to the ______ of information produced.

Accepted Answer

A) quality 
B) obscurity 
C) accessibility 
D) quantity 
A) quality 
B) obscurity 
C) accessibility 
D) quantity

Question 16

Complete the following for a topic:
- brainstorm
- determine general purpose
- state specific purpose
- state central idea with a blueprint

Accepted Answer

Brainstorm-Computers: Mac,pc,IBM,memory,

Question 17

According to your text,a combination of your central idea and a summary of your main points is known as the

Accepted Answer

A) general purpose. 
B) specific purpose. 
C) central idea. 
D) blueprint. 
A) general purpose. 
B) specific purpose. 
C) central idea. 
D) blueprint.

Question 18

Which of the following is an example of an acceptable specific purpose statement?

Accepted Answer

A) At the end of my speech,the audience will know some things about Hannibal,Missouri. 
B) At the end of my speech,the audience will be able to write a simple computer program in Just BASIC and play the video game Bioshock Infinite. 
C) In my speech,I will talk about the benefits of studying classical dance. 
D) At the end of my speech,the audience will be able to list the top three causes of global warming. 
A) At the end of my speech,the audience will know some things about Hannibal,Missouri. 
B) At the end of my speech,the audience will be able to write a simple computer program in Just BASIC and play the video game Bioshock Infinite. 
C) In my speech,I will talk about the benefits of studying classical dance. 
D) At the end of my speech,the audience will be able to list the top three causes of global warming.

Question 19

Is it appropriate to develop a speech topic based on something you heard on a television talk show?

Accepted Answer

A) No;using televised information for your speech topic is a form of plagiarism. 
B) No;most topics discussed on talk shows are inappropriate speech material. 
C) Yes,but you have to address the topic the same way the talk show did. 
D) Yes;brainstorming ideas from a television program is a good way to develop a topic and is an option suggested in the text. 
A) No;using televised information for your speech topic is a form of plagiarism. 
B) No;most topics discussed on talk shows are inappropriate speech material. 
C) Yes,but you have to address the topic the same way the talk show did. 
D) Yes;brainstorming ideas from a television program is a good way to develop a topic and is an option suggested in the text.

Question 20

Speeches that you present will be either to inform,to persuade,or to entertain.This goal for your speech is knows as its

Accepted Answer

A) general purpose. 
B) specific purpose. 
C) central idea. 
D) blueprint. 
A) general purpose. 
B) specific purpose. 
C) central idea. 
D) blueprint.

The central idea should be a single idea.

The central idea for Janelle's speech on the importance of using sunscreen does not break down into logical divisions.Rather than forget this topic and try to find one that divides more logically,what does your text suggest that Janelle do?

The ______ is decided solely by the speaker since it depends on the behavioral change the speaker expects from the audience at the end of the speech.

When wording a specific purpose statement,you should use words that refer to observable or measurable behavior.

When brainstorming,the first topic you think of may remind you of a second possibility.This is known as

Allison has written and rewritten the central idea of her speech on the topic of dog care.She finally comes up with "Dog care is very difficult." What is the problem with this central idea?

You should generate your main ideas by looking for natural divisions,reasons,or steps to support your central idea.

To be successful,a topic must be appropriate the audience,speaker,and _____.

Once you have generated your main ideas,you can add a preview of those main ideas to your central idea to produce a _____ for your speech.

How does a speaker brainstorm for a topic?

When you word a specific purpose in terms of desired audience behavior it is known as a

You should limit the specific purpose to two to three ideas.

A disadvantage to searching the Web for a topic idea is that it doesn't aid in developing a preliminary bibliography while you are searching for the topic.

The goal of brainstorming relates to the ______ of information produced.

Complete the following for a topic: - brainstorm - determine general purpose - state specific purpose - state central idea with a blueprint

According to your text,a combination of your central idea and a summary of your main points is known as the

Which of the following is an example of an acceptable specific purpose statement?

Is it appropriate to develop a speech topic based on something you heard on a television talk show?

Speeches that you present will be either to inform,to persuade,or to entertain.This goal for your speech is knows as its

Speaking With Confidence

Presenting Your First Speech

Speaking Freely and Ethically

Listening to Speeches

Analyzing Your Audience

Gathering and Using Supporting Material

Organizing and Outlining Your Speech

Introducing and Concluding Your Speech

Using Words Well: Speaker Language and Style

Delivering Your Speech

Using Presentation Aids

Speaking to Inform

Understanding Principles of Persuasive Speaking

Using Persuasive Strategies

Speaking for Special Occasions and Purposes

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Exam 6: Developing Your Speech

The central idea should be a single idea.

The central idea for Janelle's speech on the importance of using sunscreen does not break down into logical divisions.Rather than forget this topic and try to find one that divides more logically,what does your text suggest that Janelle do?

The ______ is decided solely by the speaker since it depends on the behavioral change the speaker expects from the audience at the end of the speech.

When wording a specific purpose statement,you should use words that refer to observable or measurable behavior.

When brainstorming,the first topic you think of may remind you of a second possibility.This is known as

Allison has written and rewritten the central idea of her speech on the topic of dog care.She finally comes up with "Dog care is very difficult." What is the problem with this central idea?

You should generate your main ideas by looking for natural divisions,reasons,or steps to support your central idea.

To be successful,a topic must be appropriate the audience,speaker,and _____.

Once you have generated your main ideas,you can add a preview of those main ideas to your central idea to produce a _____ for your speech.

How does a speaker brainstorm for a topic?

When you word a specific purpose in terms of desired audience behavior it is known as a

You should limit the specific purpose to two to three ideas.

A disadvantage to searching the Web for a topic idea is that it doesn't aid in developing a preliminary bibliography while you are searching for the topic.

The goal of brainstorming relates to the ______ of information produced.

Complete the following for a topic: - brainstorm - determine general purpose - state specific purpose - state central idea with a blueprint

According to your text,a combination of your central idea and a summary of your main points is known as the

Which of the following is an example of an acceptable specific purpose statement?

Is it appropriate to develop a speech topic based on something you heard on a television talk show?

Speeches that you present will be either to inform,to persuade,or to entertain.This goal for your speech is knows as its

Speaking With Confidence

Presenting Your First Speech

Speaking Freely and Ethically

Listening to Speeches

Analyzing Your Audience

Gathering and Using Supporting Material

Organizing and Outlining Your Speech

Introducing and Concluding Your Speech

Using Words Well: Speaker Language and Style

Delivering Your Speech

Using Presentation Aids

Speaking to Inform

Understanding Principles of Persuasive Speaking

Using Persuasive Strategies

Speaking for Special Occasions and Purposes

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