Question 1

Which of the following is false about uncertainty-accepting and uncertainty-rejecting cultures?

Accepted Answer

A) In the U.S. ,we often look to guiding principles rather than rules for every circumstance. 
B) In Peru,people believe that with hard work,they can achieve their goals even though they do not know the outcome. 
C) In Chile,people prefer to reduce ambiguity and uncertainty. 
D) In Argentina,people like to know exactly what is expected. 
E) In Chile,people like to know what the probable outcome will be. 
A) In the U.S. ,we often look to guiding principles rather than rules for every circumstance. 
B) In Peru,people believe that with hard work,they can achieve their goals even though they do not know the outcome. 
C) In Chile,people prefer to reduce ambiguity and uncertainty. 
D) In Argentina,people like to know exactly what is expected. 
E) In Chile,people like to know what the probable outcome will be. B

Question 2

Speaking in public is inherently stressful.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Exposure refers to the process by which you integrate new ideas into your thinking patterns,and adopt or filter out new sources of information as they relate to your goal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

Discuss Geert Hofstede's cultural dimensions of individualism versus collectivism across diverse cultures.

Accepted Answer

Geert Hofstede has spent decades researc

Question 5

Speaking in public gives you the distinct opportunity to prepare and organize your points.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Which of the following allows you to increase the audience's knowledge,teach about a topic or issue,and share your expertise?

Accepted Answer

A) Speech to demonstrate 
B) Speech to inform 
C) Speech to persuade 
D) Speech to entertain 
E) Ceremonial speech 
A) Speech to demonstrate 
B) Speech to inform 
C) Speech to persuade 
D) Speech to entertain 
E) Ceremonial speech

Question 7

Improvement is an end in itself.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The _____ statement is key to the success of your speech.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The _____ statement is key to the...

Question 9

Choosing a topic can be difficult,but your _____ of things you already know should get you started.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Choosing a topic can be difficult,but your...

Question 10

If you visit a new country where people do things differently,you would be considered _____ if you viewed their way as wrong because it is not the same way you were taught.

Accepted Answer

A) polycentric 
B) ethnocentric 
C) geocentric 
D) egocentric 
E) regiocentric 
A) polycentric 
B) ethnocentric 
C) geocentric 
D) egocentric 
E) regiocentric

Question 11

The thesis statement should be a long,specific sentence capturing the central idea of your speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following about collectivistic cultures is true?

Accepted Answer

A) People value the family or community over the needs of the individual. 
B) People discuss rules and expectations clearly to make sure the rules are known. 
C) People often focus on principles,rather than having rules for every circumstance. 
D) People value individual freedom and personal independence. 
E) People accept that the outcome is not always known. 
A) People value the family or community over the needs of the individual. 
B) People discuss rules and expectations clearly to make sure the rules are known. 
C) People often focus on principles,rather than having rules for every circumstance. 
D) People value individual freedom and personal independence. 
E) People accept that the outcome is not always known.

Question 13

In public speaking,we can create the perception that the _____ is like defeating the lion and really get ourselves worked up.

Accepted Answer

A) language 
B) vocabulary 
C) semantics 
D) learning 
E) speech 
A) language 
B) vocabulary 
C) semantics 
D) learning 
E) speech

Question 14

Sensitivity starts with your self-inventory of what you are interested or involved in.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

If you are intrigued by a topic,you may not have considered elements associated with it,but once you have begun the process of investigation,you see them everywhere;it will help you as you develop your awareness of your topic and the many directions you could take the speech.Cognitive psychologists refer to this excited state of awareness as _____.

Accepted Answer

A) acculturation 
B) the dyadic effect 
C) priming 
D) framing 
E) reciprocity 
A) acculturation 
B) the dyadic effect 
C) priming 
D) framing 
E) reciprocity

Question 16

For an)_____ speech,in addition to considering the audience's interests,you will also want to gauge their attitudes and beliefs.

Accepted Answer

The answer of For an)_____ speech,in addition to considering the...

Question 17

A speech to persuade:

Accepted Answer

A) increases the audience's knowledge. 
B) shows the audience how to use,operate,or do something. 
C) influences the audience by presenting arguments intended to change attitudes,beliefs,or values. 
D) amuses the audience by engaging them in a relatively light-hearted speech that may have a serious point. 
E) involves performing a ritual function. 
A) increases the audience's knowledge. 
B) shows the audience how to use,operate,or do something. 
C) influences the audience by presenting arguments intended to change attitudes,beliefs,or values. 
D) amuses the audience by engaging them in a relatively light-hearted speech that may have a serious point. 
E) involves performing a ritual function.

Question 18

Perception is an important part of the communication process.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

All of the following are characteristics of strongly individualistic cultures except:

Accepted Answer

A) people perceive things primarily from their own viewpoint. 
B) people see themselves as individuals capable of making their own decisions. 
C) people feel responsible for their actions. 
D) people focus on the needs of the larger group. 
E) people feel responsible for solving their own problems. 
A) people perceive things primarily from their own viewpoint. 
B) people see themselves as individuals capable of making their own decisions. 
C) people feel responsible for their actions. 
D) people focus on the needs of the larger group. 
E) people feel responsible for solving their own problems.

Question 20

Describe the five general purposes for speaking in public.

Accepted Answer

It is important for you to have a clear

Which of the following is false about uncertainty-accepting and uncertainty-rejecting cultures?

Speaking in public is inherently stressful.

Exposure refers to the process by which you integrate new ideas into your thinking patterns,and adopt or filter out new sources of information as they relate to your goal.

Discuss Geert Hofstede's cultural dimensions of individualism versus collectivism across diverse cultures.

Speaking in public gives you the distinct opportunity to prepare and organize your points.

Which of the following allows you to increase the audience's knowledge,teach about a topic or issue,and share your expertise?

Improvement is an end in itself.

The _____ statement is key to the success of your speech.

Choosing a topic can be difficult,but your _____ of things you already know should get you started.

If you visit a new country where people do things differently,you would be considered _____ if you viewed their way as wrong because it is not the same way you were taught.

The thesis statement should be a long,specific sentence capturing the central idea of your speech.

Which of the following about collectivistic cultures is true?

In public speaking,we can create the perception that the _____ is like defeating the lion and really get ourselves worked up.

Sensitivity starts with your self-inventory of what you are interested or involved in.

For an)_____ speech,in addition to considering the audience's interests,you will also want to gauge their attitudes and beliefs.

A speech to persuade:

Perception is an important part of the communication process.

All of the following are characteristics of strongly individualistic cultures except:

Describe the five general purposes for speaking in public.

Effective Business Communication

Delivering Your Message

Understanding Your Audience

Effective Business Writing

Writing Preparation

Writing

Revising and Presenting Your Writing

Feedback in the Writing Process

Business Writing in Action

Nonverbal Delivery

Organization and Outlines

Presentations to Inform

Presentations to Persuade

Business Presentations in Action

Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Business Communication

Negative News and Crisis Communication

Intercultural and International Business Communication

Group Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership

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Exam 10: Developing Business Presentations

Which of the following is false about uncertainty-accepting and uncertainty-rejecting cultures?

Speaking in public is inherently stressful.

Exposure refers to the process by which you integrate new ideas into your thinking patterns,and adopt or filter out new sources of information as they relate to your goal.

Discuss Geert Hofstede's cultural dimensions of individualism versus collectivism across diverse cultures.

Speaking in public gives you the distinct opportunity to prepare and organize your points.

Which of the following allows you to increase the audience's knowledge,teach about a topic or issue,and share your expertise?

Improvement is an end in itself.

The _____ statement is key to the success of your speech.

Choosing a topic can be difficult,but your _____ of things you already know should get you started.

If you visit a new country where people do things differently,you would be considered _____ if you viewed their way as wrong because it is not the same way you were taught.

The thesis statement should be a long,specific sentence capturing the central idea of your speech.

Which of the following about collectivistic cultures is true?

In public speaking,we can create the perception that the _____ is like defeating the lion and really get ourselves worked up.

Sensitivity starts with your self-inventory of what you are interested or involved in.

For an)_____ speech,in addition to considering the audience's interests,you will also want to gauge their attitudes and beliefs.

A speech to persuade:

Perception is an important part of the communication process.

All of the following are characteristics of strongly individualistic cultures except:

Describe the five general purposes for speaking in public.

Effective Business Communication

Delivering Your Message

Understanding Your Audience

Effective Business Writing

Writing Preparation

Writing

Revising and Presenting Your Writing

Feedback in the Writing Process

Business Writing in Action

Nonverbal Delivery

Organization and Outlines

Presentations to Inform

Presentations to Persuade

Business Presentations in Action

Intrapersonal and Interpersonal Business Communication

Negative News and Crisis Communication

Intercultural and International Business Communication

Group Communication, Teamwork, and Leadership

Filters