Exam 16: Public Speaking: Presenting the Message

Eye span is a technique used to do what?

The difference between audience control and audience adaptation is _____.

Technology is not always reliable,so it is wise to have a contingency plan in the event that your technological aid does not work.

If you are unsure of how to pronounce a word,like "paradigm," it is best to look it up and practice saying it prior to the speech.

Research in the United States shows that glassophobia is _____.

Rita has had multiple sclerosis since she was young,and she uses a wheelchair.When she presented her speech on global warming in class,she was not embarrassed by her difference.She began her speech with,"I stand,whoops,correction,I sit before you today…" The class thought she was an incredibly confident speaker.Which of the following contributed to her success?

The best way to rehearse or practice your speech is _____.

Ryan began his speech by asking his professor how to turn on the projector.He looked confused when the first slide came up,and he constantly had difficulty moving one slide at a time.Conversely,Kristina took less than one minute to set up her computer-assisted presentation slides.However,she,too,had difficulty twice in moving one slide at a time.How would the audience likely view Ryan and Kristina?

If it is true,as it suggests in the text,that "the brain and body can't tell the difference between something you vividly imagine and reality," then identify two specific ways that you can utilize this information to become a better public speaker.

One major difference between public speaking contexts in the United States and those of West Africa is that _____.

Many people are nervous or anxious about giving a speech,and you might be one of them.The textbook identifies a number of ways to counter anxiety.What have you learned that you plan to apply for your next presentation? Explain.

It is recommended that at least some of your speech rehearsals be conducted in as realistic setting as possible.This means it is wise to practice in front of a live audience,whether it be one person or many people.

The essence of public speaking is to _____.

Your mother has just changed jobs,and she learns that she will need to give a speech to her team next week on the new program of which she is in-charge.She comes to you for help,as she has never given a speech.Explain what two tips you would give her as being the most important.

Generally speaking,an audience from China would likely nod their heads as the speaker spoke because they _____.

Feminine versus masculine public speaking differs in that masculine public speakers are more likely to act in what way?

John believes using computers to give presentations has great potential for technical problems,and is ineffective,since it takes attention away from the speaker.Instead,he requests a blackboard and chalk to support his speech.What potential problem does this low technology option share with computer-assisted presentations?

Renee considers herself as a highly anxious speaker.Which would be the best way to reduce her stress concerning public speaking?

Different cultures use widely different approaches to public speaking.

All of the following are good tips when using visual aids EXCEPT _____.