Exam 12: Public Speaking: Developing the Message

In conducting his research,Marqwan wants to eliminate constantly having to key in or write out the same bibliographical information,so he numbers and keeps a list of his sources as he continues his work.This way,he can easily go back and forth while he takes notes.Marqwan is using the method of _____ to record his research findings.

A database from your university's library system is more likely to contain more reputable articles than a database that you find through a search engine on your home computer.

The more reliable sources of information found through the Internet come from universities,scholarly organizations,and the government.

Joshua is giving a speech to his class on the subject of nutrition and the proper foods for an active lifestyle.To further explain how the calories in food provide the human body with energy,he draws a comparison stating that this process is much like that of coal fueling a fire.This comparison is known as a(n)_____.

Ryan gave out a survey about drug and alcohol use to over 500 college-aged students.When tabulating his results,he realized some of his data did not support his hypotheses.In order to make his research findings agree with his goal,he ignored some of the data he received.Ryan's research is not valid because he failed to follow the rule of _____.

Sources that are obtained by contacting someone through the Internet,and/or over the telephone are NOT legitimate forms of interview sources.

Which of the following creates the most interest in an audience?

When giving a speech about stem cell research,the speaker must define terms that are new to the audience that will be used throughout the speech.Defining the terms is part of the _____.