Question 1

One example of extrinsic motivation is one's own driving desire to know and learn about new information and ideas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

A narration is a lengthy explanation consisting of a series of shorter explanations.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

Explain the main purposes when explaining during an informative speech.

Accepted Answer

The main purposes of explaining during an informative speech are to clarify complex concepts or ideas, to provide context and background information, to enhance understanding, and to make the information more accessible to the audience. By explaining key points and details, the speaker can ensure that the audience grasps the subject matter and can follow along with the presentation. Additionally, explaining helps to establish the speaker's credibility and expertise on the topic, as well as to engage the audience by making the information relevant and relatable. Overall, the main purposes of explaining during an informative speech are to educate, inform, and enlighten the audience on the topic at hand.

Question 4

Use of transitions can increase an audience's comprehension or understanding of the message.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Native Americans tend to value visual representations when learning new information.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

An operational definition reveals what something is by how it works, how it is made, or what it consists of.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Explain the concept of information hunger.

Accepted Answer

Information hunger refers to the insatia

Question 8

What are some immediate behavioral purposes of an informative speech?

Accepted Answer

Informative speeches serve several immed

Question 9

In a speech that is already interesting, the addition of humor improves the audience's perception of the speaker's authoritativeness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Information relevance refers to the usefulness of the information to the audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Extrinsic motivation is related to information relevance for the audience member.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Audiences tend to remember and comprehend ________ better than ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  fun and games; courses and disciplines 
B)  generalizations and main points; details and specific facts 
C)  details and specific facts; generalizations and main points 
D)  courses and disciplines; fun and games 
A)  fun and games; courses and disciplines 
B)  generalizations and main points; details and specific facts 
C)  details and specific facts; generalizations and main points 
D)  courses and disciplines; fun and games

Question 13

Which of the following was NOT cited in the text as one of the special skills of informative speaking?

Accepted Answer

A)  changing people's future actions 
B)  defining what a concept is 
C)  describing how something is 
D)  narrating or telling a story 
A)  changing people's future actions 
B)  defining what a concept is 
C)  describing how something is 
D)  narrating or telling a story

Question 14

Explanation is to idea development as narration is to

Accepted Answer

A)  storytelling. 
B)  oral interpretation. 
C)  paraphrasing. 
D)  literary criticism. 
A)  storytelling. 
B)  oral interpretation. 
C)  paraphrasing. 
D)  literary criticism.

Question 15

The purpose of an informative speech is to change the audience's mind about some issue.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

How does extrinsic motivation work in a public speech? What are two examples of extrinsic motivation?

Accepted Answer

Extrinsic motivation refers to behavior

Question 17

Describe four factors in relating an informative presentation to an audience.

Accepted Answer

1. Audience Analysis: Understanding the

Question 18

Which of the following topics suggests an operational definition?

Accepted Answer

A)  the construction of a bird cage 
B)  the origins of Unitarianism 
C)  the delights of Jamaica 
D)  descriptions of dogs with accompanying slides 
A)  the construction of a bird cage 
B)  the origins of Unitarianism 
C)  the delights of Jamaica 
D)  descriptions of dogs with accompanying slides

Question 19

Explain the six possible goals for informative speeches.

Accepted Answer

The six possible goals for informative s

Question 20

If you want to clarify something while also arousing interest, which informative speaking skill should you rely on?

Accepted Answer

A)  demonstrating 
B)  quantifying 
C)  defining 
D)  explaining 
A)  demonstrating 
B)  quantifying 
C)  defining 
D)  explaining

One example of extrinsic motivation is one's own driving desire to know and learn about new information and ideas.

A narration is a lengthy explanation consisting of a series of shorter explanations.

Explain the main purposes when explaining during an informative speech.

Use of transitions can increase an audience's comprehension or understanding of the message.

Native Americans tend to value visual representations when learning new information.

An operational definition reveals what something is by how it works, how it is made, or what it consists of.

Explain the concept of information hunger.

What are some immediate behavioral purposes of an informative speech?

In a speech that is already interesting, the addition of humor improves the audience's perception of the speaker's authoritativeness.

Information relevance refers to the usefulness of the information to the audience.

Extrinsic motivation is related to information relevance for the audience member.

Audiences tend to remember and comprehend better than .

Which of the following was NOT cited in the text as one of the special skills of informative speaking?

Explanation is to idea development as narration is to

The purpose of an informative speech is to change the audience's mind about some issue.

How does extrinsic motivation work in a public speech? What are two examples of extrinsic motivation?

Describe four factors in relating an informative presentation to an audience.

Which of the following topics suggests an operational definition?

Explain the six possible goals for informative speeches.

If you want to clarify something while also arousing interest, which informative speaking skill should you rely on?

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Exam 14: Informative Presentations

One example of extrinsic motivation is one's own driving desire to know and learn about new information and ideas.

A narration is a lengthy explanation consisting of a series of shorter explanations.

Explain the main purposes when explaining during an informative speech.

Use of transitions can increase an audience's comprehension or understanding of the message.

Native Americans tend to value visual representations when learning new information.

An operational definition reveals what something is by how it works, how it is made, or what it consists of.

Explain the concept of information hunger.

What are some immediate behavioral purposes of an informative speech?

In a speech that is already interesting, the addition of humor improves the audience's perception of the speaker's authoritativeness.

Information relevance refers to the usefulness of the information to the audience.

Extrinsic motivation is related to information relevance for the audience member.

Audiences tend to remember and comprehend ________ better than ________.

Which of the following was NOT cited in the text as one of the special skills of informative speaking?

Explanation is to idea development as narration is to

The purpose of an informative speech is to change the audience's mind about some issue.

How does extrinsic motivation work in a public speech? What are two examples of extrinsic motivation?

Describe four factors in relating an informative presentation to an audience.

Which of the following topics suggests an operational definition?

Explain the six possible goals for informative speeches.

If you want to clarify something while also arousing interest, which informative speaking skill should you rely on?

Introduction to Human Communication

Perception, Self, and Communication

Language and Meaning

Nonverbal Communication

Listening and Critical Thinking

Interpersonal Communication

Intercultural Communication

Small-Group Communication

Workplace Communication

Topic Selection and Audience Analysis

Being Credible and Using Evidence

Organizing Your Presentation

Delivery and Visual Resources

Persuasive Presentations

Filters

Audiences tend to remember and comprehend better than .