Question 1

Provide several examples of verbal and nonverbal cues that can be used to signal the end of a speech.

Accepted Answer

Verbal techniques include using such tra

Question 2

Which of the following is a purpose of a speech conclusion?

Accepted Answer

A) provide new material 
B) summarize the main ideas 
C) stir guilt in the audience 
D) fade out gradually 
A) provide new material 
B) summarize the main ideas 
C) stir guilt in the audience 
D) fade out gradually

Question 3

Terms like "finally," "in conclusion," and "in closing" are examples of devices that

Accepted Answer

A) motivate an audience to respond or be moved to action. 
B) signal the end of the speech. 
C) summarize the main points in a speech. 
D) reemphasize the main point in a memorable way. 
A) motivate an audience to respond or be moved to action. 
B) signal the end of the speech. 
C) summarize the main points in a speech. 
D) reemphasize the main point in a memorable way.

Question 4

What is the BEST way to ensure that your introduction introduces the subject of your speech?

Accepted Answer

A) include a statement of the central idea in the introduction. 
B) include an attention-getter in the introduction. 
C) make reference to your general purpose in the introduction. 
D) refer to your personal experience in the introduction. 
A) include a statement of the central idea in the introduction. 
B) include an attention-getter in the introduction. 
C) make reference to your general purpose in the introduction. 
D) refer to your personal experience in the introduction.

Question 5

One way to build credibility in the introduction is to be prepared and to appear confident.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

You can help establish listening motivation by showing the members of your audience how the topic affects them directly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

An _____ is an illustration or story.

Accepted Answer

The answer of An _____ is an illustration or story....

Question 8

What is an anecdote?

Accepted Answer

A) A persuasive argument used to counteract the thesis statement. 
B) An entertaining story or illustration. 
C) A way of including expert testimony into the introduction. 
D) A fictional statement used to add humor to the speech introduction. 
A) A persuasive argument used to counteract the thesis statement. 
B) An entertaining story or illustration. 
C) A way of including expert testimony into the introduction. 
D) A fictional statement used to add humor to the speech introduction.

Question 9

If your topic is timely,a reference to a _____ can be a good way to begin your speech.

Accepted Answer

The answer of If your topic is timely,a reference to...

Question 10

Dana opens her speech against abortion by putting up a transparency that shows a graphic image of an aborted fetus.Is this an effective opening?

Accepted Answer

A) No;she should have opened with a verbal,rather than a visual attention getter. 
B) No;this type of graphic material may disgust and repel the audience. 
C) Yes;this was startling and vivid and got the audience's attention. 
D) Yes;this type of visual attention getter does a good job of establishing speaker credibility. 
A) No;she should have opened with a verbal,rather than a visual attention getter. 
B) No;this type of graphic material may disgust and repel the audience. 
C) Yes;this was startling and vivid and got the audience's attention. 
D) Yes;this type of visual attention getter does a good job of establishing speaker credibility.

Provide several examples of verbal and nonverbal cues that can be used to signal the end of a speech.

Which of the following is a purpose of a speech conclusion?

Terms like "finally," "in conclusion," and "in closing" are examples of devices that

What is the BEST way to ensure that your introduction introduces the subject of your speech?

One way to build credibility in the introduction is to be prepared and to appear confident.

You can help establish listening motivation by showing the members of your audience how the topic affects them directly.

An _____ is an illustration or story.

What is an anecdote?

If your topic is timely,a reference to a _____ can be a good way to begin your speech.

Dana opens her speech against abortion by putting up a transparency that shows a graphic image of an aborted fetus.Is this an effective opening?

Speaking With Confidence

Presenting Your First Speech

Speaking Freely and Ethically

Listening to Speeches

Analyzing Your Audience

Developing Your Speech

Gathering and Using Supporting Material

Organizing and Outlining 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 9: Introducing and Concluding Your Speech

Provide several examples of verbal and nonverbal cues that can be used to signal the end of a speech.

Which of the following is a purpose of a speech conclusion?

Terms like "finally," "in conclusion," and "in closing" are examples of devices that

What is the BEST way to ensure that your introduction introduces the subject of your speech?

One way to build credibility in the introduction is to be prepared and to appear confident.

You can help establish listening motivation by showing the members of your audience how the topic affects them directly.

An _____ is an illustration or story.

What is an anecdote?

If your topic is timely,a reference to a _____ can be a good way to begin your speech.

Dana opens her speech against abortion by putting up a transparency that shows a graphic image of an aborted fetus.Is this an effective opening?

Speaking With Confidence

Presenting Your First Speech

Speaking Freely and Ethically

Listening to Speeches

Analyzing Your Audience

Developing Your Speech

Gathering and Using Supporting Material

Organizing and Outlining 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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