Question 1

A common problem in public speaking is the tendency to procrastinate, so the best advice on preparation is to start early.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

Identify and give an example of two ways to make the words in your speech more understandable, personal, and informal.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. Some ways to make your language more understandable, informal, and personal in your speech include the following: 1) Make all your ideas, including difficult concepts, intelligible and easy to absorb in one hearing. 2) Use simple rather than complex words. 3) Use concrete rather than abstract words. 4) Use lots of pronouns like I, me, you, and our. 5) Use contractions like can't rather than cannot or I'll rather than I will. 6) Do not write your speech out word for word, because this will sound like you're reading and will lose that conversational quality. 7) Instead, outline your speech and refer to it as you speak to the audience. 8) Title your speech with a very brief title of two to four words that will get the attention of listeners and relate to your topic.

Question 3

When you present your speech, you should

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A)  draw attention to your body movements. 
B)  pause briefly to look at the audience before beginning. 
C)  select two people and maintain eye contact with them. 
D)  either confess that you are nervous or hide your nervousness. 
A)  draw attention to your body movements. 
B)  pause briefly to look at the audience before beginning. 
C)  select two people and maintain eye contact with them. 
D)  either confess that you are nervous or hide your nervousness. B

Question 4

During the rehearsal phase it's a good idea to use the _____ method of public speaking, that is, you rehearse your speech thoroughly but don't memorize it.

Accepted Answer

The answer of During the rehearsal phase it's a good...

Question 5

A speech about "The Implications of Genetic Engineering" would be inappropriate in a time limit of six minutes because the topic is

Accepted Answer

A)  not very worthwhile. 
B)  not culturally sensitive. 
C)  not limited in scope. 
D)  not concrete enough. 
A)  not very worthwhile. 
B)  not culturally sensitive. 
C)  not limited in scope. 
D)  not concrete enough.

Question 6

What advice does the text give for handling tasks related to public speaking?

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A)  Work in small units. 
B)  Avoid the pitfall of over thinking the tasks. 
C)  Make a commitment to quit worrying. 
D)  Admit that most people do better under pressure. 
A)  Work in small units. 
B)  Avoid the pitfall of over thinking the tasks. 
C)  Make a commitment to quit worrying. 
D)  Admit that most people do better under pressure.

Question 7

In rehearsing your speech, the text recommends that you

Accepted Answer

A)  plan on reading the speech aloud. 
B)  use the impromptu style to sound relaxed and casual. 
C)  write it out word for word for better recall and retrieval. 
D)  memorize the main points and possibly the introduction and conclusion. 
A)  plan on reading the speech aloud. 
B)  use the impromptu style to sound relaxed and casual. 
C)  write it out word for word for better recall and retrieval. 
D)  memorize the main points and possibly the introduction and conclusion.

Question 8

Which statement is generally true in the world of public speaking?

Accepted Answer

A)  Very few speeches can be relevant and interesting to all people at all times. 
B)  Giving more speeches will not necessarily improve your public speaking skills. 
C)  Good public speakers are born, not made. 
D)  Speakers can say absolutely anything because they are protected by the First Amendment. 
A)  Very few speeches can be relevant and interesting to all people at all times. 
B)  Giving more speeches will not necessarily improve your public speaking skills. 
C)  Good public speakers are born, not made. 
D)  Speakers can say absolutely anything because they are protected by the First Amendment.

Question 9

A student has come to the point where he is wording his first speech. Perhaps the best advice for him to remember is that he should not

Accepted Answer

A)  write out the speech word for word. 
B)  worry about the time limits of the speech. 
C)  attempt to outline the speech. 
D)  spend time thinking of a title for the speech. 
A)  write out the speech word for word. 
B)  worry about the time limits of the speech. 
C)  attempt to outline the speech. 
D)  spend time thinking of a title for the speech.

Question 10

Thoroughly researching your topic will benefit your final speech in several specific ways, including

Accepted Answer

A)  establishing your credibility. 
B)  generalizing your message. 
C)  selecting your subject. 
D)  understanding your audience. 
A)  establishing your credibility. 
B)  generalizing your message. 
C)  selecting your subject. 
D)  understanding your audience.

Question 11

In her persuasive speech, the speaker includes material that offers evidence, argument, and motivational appeal so listeners will agree with her. In public speaking, what term is used to describe this added element?

Accepted Answer

A)  analysis 
B)  proof 
C)  purpose 
D)  orientation 
A)  analysis 
B)  proof 
C)  purpose 
D)  orientation

Question 12

You should create a title for your speech that is relatively thorough and comprehensive, highlighting the main idea―eight to ten words is usually best.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Words, phrases, and sentences that help the parts of the speech flow into one another and create smooth movement throughout the presentation are called _____.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Words, phrases, and sentences that help the...

Question 14

Public speaking is almost always _____, meaning that it is conducted at a certain time and place for a particular audience.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Public speaking is almost always _____, meaning...

Question 15

A speaker is working on her introduction and realizes that if she doesn't meet its very first goal, she won't get very far. What is the first goal of the introduction?

Accepted Answer

A)  Cover the main point. 
B)  Introduce yourself and give a brief bio. 
C)  Gain the attention of the listeners 
D)  Motivate the audience toward a specific response. 
A)  Cover the main point. 
B)  Introduce yourself and give a brief bio. 
C)  Gain the attention of the listeners 
D)  Motivate the audience toward a specific response.

Question 16

The ________ speech seeks to create understanding.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________ speech seeks to create understanding....

Question 17

The text advises that you should rehearse your speech from start to finish, out loud, at least twice.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

A woman interested in real estate is working on a speech describing "The Five Steps to Buying Your Dream House." She is planning a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  ceremonial speech. 
B)  persuasive speech. 
C)  informative speech. 
D)  special occasion speech. 
A)  ceremonial speech. 
B)  persuasive speech. 
C)  informative speech. 
D)  special occasion speech.

Question 19

_____ plays an extremely important role in determining what people consider appropriate or worthwhile in many aspects of communication, including public speaking.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _____ plays an extremely important role in...

Question 20

What are some of the benefits of starting early when you are going to present a speech? List two or three, and give a simple example of each.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary. There are many benefi

A common problem in public speaking is the tendency to procrastinate, so the best advice on preparation is to start early.

Identify and give an example of two ways to make the words in your speech more understandable, personal, and informal.

When you present your speech, you should

During the rehearsal phase it's a good idea to use the _____ method of public speaking, that is, you rehearse your speech thoroughly but don't memorize it.

A speech about "The Implications of Genetic Engineering" would be inappropriate in a time limit of six minutes because the topic is

What advice does the text give for handling tasks related to public speaking?

In rehearsing your speech, the text recommends that you

Which statement is generally true in the world of public speaking?

A student has come to the point where he is wording his first speech. Perhaps the best advice for him to remember is that he should not

Thoroughly researching your topic will benefit your final speech in several specific ways, including

In her persuasive speech, the speaker includes material that offers evidence, argument, and motivational appeal so listeners will agree with her. In public speaking, what term is used to describe this added element?

You should create a title for your speech that is relatively thorough and comprehensive, highlighting the main idea―eight to ten words is usually best.

Words, phrases, and sentences that help the parts of the speech flow into one another and create smooth movement throughout the presentation are called _____.

Public speaking is almost always _____, meaning that it is conducted at a certain time and place for a particular audience.

A speaker is working on her introduction and realizes that if she doesn't meet its very first goal, she won't get very far. What is the first goal of the introduction?

The ________ speech seeks to create understanding.

The text advises that you should rehearse your speech from start to finish, out loud, at least twice.

A woman interested in real estate is working on a speech describing "The Five Steps to Buying Your Dream House." She is planning a(n)

_____ plays an extremely important role in determining what people consider appropriate or worthwhile in many aspects of communication, including public speaking.

What are some of the benefits of starting early when you are going to present a speech? List two or three, and give a simple example of each.

Introducing Public Speaking

Listening and Criticism

Select Your Topic, Purposes, and Thesis Step 1

Analyze Your Audience and Research Your Speech Steps 2 and 3

Cxml--Os Ppchapttl Nchap-Ttlollect Supporting Materials and Presentation Aids Step 4

Organize Your Speech Steps 5, 6, and 7

Word, Rehearse, and Present Your Speech Steps 8, 9, and 10

Informing Your Audience

Persuading Your Audience

Speaking on Special Occasions

Speaking in Groups

Filters

Exam 3: Preparing and Presenting a Public Speech Steps 110, in Brief

A common problem in public speaking is the tendency to procrastinate, so the best advice on preparation is to start early.

Identify and give an example of two ways to make the words in your speech more understandable, personal, and informal.

When you present your speech, you should

During the rehearsal phase it's a good idea to use the _____ method of public speaking, that is, you rehearse your speech thoroughly but don't memorize it.

A speech about "The Implications of Genetic Engineering" would be inappropriate in a time limit of six minutes because the topic is

What advice does the text give for handling tasks related to public speaking?

In rehearsing your speech, the text recommends that you

Which statement is generally true in the world of public speaking?

A student has come to the point where he is wording his first speech. Perhaps the best advice for him to remember is that he should not

Thoroughly researching your topic will benefit your final speech in several specific ways, including

In her persuasive speech, the speaker includes material that offers evidence, argument, and motivational appeal so listeners will agree with her. In public speaking, what term is used to describe this added element?

You should create a title for your speech that is relatively thorough and comprehensive, highlighting the main idea―eight to ten words is usually best.

Words, phrases, and sentences that help the parts of the speech flow into one another and create smooth movement throughout the presentation are called _____.

Public speaking is almost always _____, meaning that it is conducted at a certain time and place for a particular audience.

A speaker is working on her introduction and realizes that if she doesn't meet its very first goal, she won't get very far. What is the first goal of the introduction?

The ________ speech seeks to create understanding.

The text advises that you should rehearse your speech from start to finish, out loud, at least twice.

A woman interested in real estate is working on a speech describing "The Five Steps to Buying Your Dream House." She is planning a(n)

_____ plays an extremely important role in determining what people consider appropriate or worthwhile in many aspects of communication, including public speaking.

What are some of the benefits of starting early when you are going to present a speech? List two or three, and give a simple example of each.

Introducing Public Speaking

Listening and Criticism

Select Your Topic, Purposes, and Thesis Step 1

Analyze Your Audience and Research Your Speech Steps 2 and 3

Cxml--Os Ppchapttl Nchap-Ttlollect Supporting Materials and Presentation Aids Step 4

Organize Your Speech Steps 5, 6, and 7

Word, Rehearse, and Present Your Speech Steps 8, 9, and 10

Informing Your Audience

Persuading Your Audience

Speaking on Special Occasions

Speaking in Groups

Filters