Question 1

The most common delivery approach, both inside and outside the classroom, is

Accepted Answer

A)  extemporaneous. 
B)  memorized. 
C)  manuscript. 
D)  enhanced. 
A)  extemporaneous. 
B)  memorized. 
C)  manuscript. 
D)  enhanced.

Question 2

One disadvantage of a handout is that audiences can be trying to read it while the speaker is talking.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Audience retention is approximately the same whether we tell, show, or show and tell our message.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

You should minimize rather than maximize details on a typical slide used in a presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When you answer a question in class, you are using which mode of delivery?

Accepted Answer

A)  manuscript speech 
B)  impromptu speech 
C)  extemporaneous speech 
D)  memorized speech 
A)  manuscript speech 
B)  impromptu speech 
C)  extemporaneous speech 
D)  memorized speech

Question 6

Enunciation is the pronunciation and articulation of words in your speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Your eye contact should be spread among many audience members.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Prezi is a linear presentation approach similar to PowerPoint or Keynote.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Write an essay in which you explain how pitch, rate, and pauses function in delivery.

Accepted Answer

Pitch, rate, and pauses are essential el

Question 10

The normal rate of speaking for Americans is

Accepted Answer

A)  between 60 and 100 words per minute. 
B)  between 125 and 190 words per minute. 
C)  between 150 and 200 words per minute. 
D)  between 175 and 225 words per minute. 
A)  between 60 and 100 words per minute. 
B)  between 125 and 190 words per minute. 
C)  between 150 and 200 words per minute. 
D)  between 175 and 225 words per minute.

Question 11

Explain how the rule of thirds can be used to improve how you design your slides for a presentation.

Accepted Answer

The rule of thirds is a principle used i

Question 12

One mode that requires practice; allows ample eye contact, movement, and gestures; and discourages responding to audience feedback is the

Accepted Answer

A)  memorized mode. 
B)  impromptu mode. 
C)  extemporaneous mode. 
D)  manuscript mode. 
A)  memorized mode. 
B)  impromptu mode. 
C)  extemporaneous mode. 
D)  manuscript mode.

Question 13

Which of the following is NOT true of using people and other living things as a visual resource?

Accepted Answer

A)  They can gain and maintain attention. 
B)  They may detract from the presentation. 
C)  They are easy to control. 
D)  They can provide good examples for the presentation. 
A)  They can gain and maintain attention. 
B)  They may detract from the presentation. 
C)  They are easy to control. 
D)  They can provide good examples for the presentation.

Question 14

Vocal aspects of delivery include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A)  pitch. 
B)  gestures. 
C)  fluency. 
D)  rate. 
A)  pitch. 
B)  gestures. 
C)  fluency. 
D)  rate.

Question 15

A vocalized pause is a positive feature of delivery because Americans dislike breaks and silence.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

In reducing communication apprehension, which approach trains you to associate public speaking with positive thoughts?

Accepted Answer

A)  visualization 
B)  relaxation 
C)  skills 
D)  self-managed 
A)  visualization 
B)  relaxation 
C)  skills 
D)  self-managed

Question 17

What is bodily movement as a feature of delivery, and what suggestions would you give to a beginning speaker about bodily movement?

Accepted Answer

Bodily movement as a feature of delivery

Question 18

Is it "what you say" or "how you say it" that counts? Present arguments on both sides, and then state your own position and defend it.

Accepted Answer

On one hand, some may argue that "what y

Question 19

Good movement is

Accepted Answer

A)  any movement. 
B)  appropriate and purposeful. 
C)  movement during the main points only. 
D)  pacing like a "caged lion." 
A)  any movement. 
B)  appropriate and purposeful. 
C)  movement during the main points only. 
D)  pacing like a "caged lion."

Question 20

Which of the following does pitch NOT do?

Accepted Answer

A)  changes the meaning of a word or expression 
B)  affects what audiences perceive as good voices 
C)  alters the way an audience will respond to words 
D)  breaks the fluency of a speech 
A)  changes the meaning of a word or expression 
B)  affects what audiences perceive as good voices 
C)  alters the way an audience will respond to words 
D)  breaks the fluency of a speech

The most common delivery approach, both inside and outside the classroom, is

One disadvantage of a handout is that audiences can be trying to read it while the speaker is talking.

Audience retention is approximately the same whether we tell, show, or show and tell our message.

You should minimize rather than maximize details on a typical slide used in a presentation.

When you answer a question in class, you are using which mode of delivery?

Enunciation is the pronunciation and articulation of words in your speech.

Your eye contact should be spread among many audience members.

Prezi is a linear presentation approach similar to PowerPoint or Keynote.

Write an essay in which you explain how pitch, rate, and pauses function in delivery.

The normal rate of speaking for Americans is

Explain how the rule of thirds can be used to improve how you design your slides for a presentation.

One mode that requires practice; allows ample eye contact, movement, and gestures; and discourages responding to audience feedback is the

Which of the following is NOT true of using people and other living things as a visual resource?

Vocal aspects of delivery include all of the following EXCEPT

A vocalized pause is a positive feature of delivery because Americans dislike breaks and silence.

In reducing communication apprehension, which approach trains you to associate public speaking with positive thoughts?

What is bodily movement as a feature of delivery, and what suggestions would you give to a beginning speaker about bodily movement?

Is it "what you say" or "how you say it" that counts? Present arguments on both sides, and then state your own position and defend it.

Good movement is

Which of the following does pitch NOT do?

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

Informative Presentations

Persuasive Presentations

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Exam 13: Delivery and Visual Resources

The most common delivery approach, both inside and outside the classroom, is

One disadvantage of a handout is that audiences can be trying to read it while the speaker is talking.

Audience retention is approximately the same whether we tell, show, or show and tell our message.

You should minimize rather than maximize details on a typical slide used in a presentation.

When you answer a question in class, you are using which mode of delivery?

Enunciation is the pronunciation and articulation of words in your speech.

Your eye contact should be spread among many audience members.

Prezi is a linear presentation approach similar to PowerPoint or Keynote.

Write an essay in which you explain how pitch, rate, and pauses function in delivery.

The normal rate of speaking for Americans is

Explain how the rule of thirds can be used to improve how you design your slides for a presentation.

One mode that requires practice; allows ample eye contact, movement, and gestures; and discourages responding to audience feedback is the

Which of the following is NOT true of using people and other living things as a visual resource?

Vocal aspects of delivery include all of the following EXCEPT

A vocalized pause is a positive feature of delivery because Americans dislike breaks and silence.

In reducing communication apprehension, which approach trains you to associate public speaking with positive thoughts?

What is bodily movement as a feature of delivery, and what suggestions would you give to a beginning speaker about bodily movement?

Is it "what you say" or "how you say it" that counts? Present arguments on both sides, and then state your own position and defend it.

Good movement is

Which of the following does pitch NOT do?

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

Informative Presentations

Persuasive Presentations

Filters