Deck 14: Language

Question 1

In the context of using profane and vulgar expressions in a speech, which of the following statements is true? 

A)It signals a lack of maturity and intelligence in a speaker.
B)It can be used in public speeches as people have become desensitized to them.
C)It can be used sparingly but not excessively.
D)It is appropriate if there are no children in the audience.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

_____ means using words that convey your meaning precisely.

A)Speaking clearly 
B)Linguistic sensitivity 
C)Marking 
D)Proximity

Answer 2

A

Question 3

_____ is the unique technical terminology of a trade or profession that is not generally understood by outsiders.

A)Abbreviation 
B)Acronym 
C)Jargon 
D)Slang

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Linguistic sensitivity can be demonstrated by: 

A)including alliterations and assonance in a speech.
B)choosing words that are respectful of others.
C)using markers in a speech.
D)asking direct questions.

Question 5

In a speech, Lena efficiently uses rich adjectives and adverbs.She also uses descriptive words and expressions.In this scenario, which of the following will be an effect of Lena's speech? 

A)Her speech will create a distance between her and her audience.
B)Her speech will sound very formal.
C)Her speech will sustain the attention of her audience.
D)Her speech will help her audience to preview the main points.

Question 6

James has to present a lively speech to the interns of his organization.He includes a lot of jokes to make his speech interesting.He is doubtful about how his audience will react to one of his jokes.In this scenario, which of the following strategies should he adopt? 

A)He should omit the joke from his speech.
B)He should assume his audience is desensitized to offensive jokes.
C)He should tell the joke by using analogies.
D)He should save the joke for his future speech to the same audience.

Question 7

_____ is the background, knowledge, attitudes, experiences, and philosophies a speaker shares with an audience.

A)Proximity 
B)Common ground 
C)Generic language 
D)Specific language

Question 8

Which of the following statements is true of slang? 

A)It can make a speech sound very unprofessional.
B)It can be understood only by people who are of the same age.
C)It shares similar meaning across co-cultures or social groups.
D)It can be used in oral but not in written speeches.

Question 9

Which of the following statements is true of specific language? 

A)Complex words can be substituted for simple words only if they suit the specific context.
B)Complex words are usually more precise and specific than simple words.
C)Words in a specific language are difficult to choose when a speaker has a large vocabulary.
D)Words that are precise appear pompous, affected, or stilted.

Question 10

The term _____ refers to the language used to reduce the psychological distance between a speaker and the audience.

A)verbal immediacy 
B)generic language 
C)marking 
D)nonparallel language

Question 11

John is a passionate sailor.When describing his experiences to someone, he says, "The ocean can be wild and temperamental.You have to treat her with respect, listen to her moods, and she will treat you fairly." In this scenario, John is using _____.

A)metaphor 
B)personification 
C)jargon 
D)assonance

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true of antithesis? 

A)They provide a preview of the main points in a speech.
B)They are effective when they are used in the concluding remarks.
C)They hinder clarity of a message.
D)They can be understood only by people who practice the same profession.

Question 13

Michael Adams has been invited as a guest speaker for a seminar.Before his speech, the host of the seminar introduces him as, "Mr.Adams, whose brother is my favorite TV anchor, is the seminar's guest speaker." In this case, the introduction given by the host of the seminar is an example of a(n) _____.

A)rhetorical question 
B)marker 
C)irrelevant association 
D)alliteration

Question 14

_____ refers to emphasizing one person's relationship to another when doing so is not necessary to make the point.

A)Verbal immediacy 
B)Irrelevant association 
C)Marking 
D)Alliteration

Question 15

_____ means using language that adapts to the needs, interests, knowledge, and attitudes of the audience and avoiding language that might alienate anyone.

A)Speaking colorfully 
B)Speaking appropriately 
C)Speaking vividly 
D)Speaking clearly

Question 16

A speaker's credibility can be built by: 

A)speaking at a fast rate.
B)using pronouns like "I" and "you." 
C)maintaining a professional appearance.
D)sharing high-quality information that you researched.

Question 17

When a word does not have a precise synonym, clarity can be achieved by: 

A)making gestures to explain the word.
B)using vocalized pauses.
C)adding details or examples.
D)using markers with the word.

Question 18

Camila is preparing for a speech on road safety rules.She wants to present information that has proximity for her audience.In this scenario, which of the following strategies can be adopted by Camila? 

A)She can present facts and statistics on the number of accidents that occur all over the world.
B)She can discuss a recent accident that took place in their locality.
C)She can explain how road safety rules have evolved over the period of time.
D)She can list the rules and regulations that should be followed.

Question 19

Ella, in her speech on natural disasters, says, "Remember how we empathized with the victims when an earthquake was reported on the TV last year? I still remember thinking how I would have saved my life if I was among the victims." In this scenario, Ella is: 

A)using slang and jargons.
B)using nonparallel language.
C)enhancing her credibility.
D)drawing from common experiences.

Question 20

_____ are unnecessary words interjected into sentences to fill moments of silence.

A)Similes 
B)Metaphors 
C)Vocalized pauses 
D)Acronyms

Question 21

Discuss the ways to establish relevance with your audience.

Question 22

Explain how a speaker's credibility can be enhance
d.

Question 23

_________ refers to nonstandard vocabulary and nonstandard definitions assigned to words by a social group or co-culture.
A.Proximity
B.Verbal immediacy
C.Alliteration
D.Slang

Question 24

_________ refers to using precise words that clarify meaning by narrowing what is understood from a general category to a particular item or group within that category.
A.Specific language
B.Vivid language
C.Generic language
D.Sensory language

Question 25

When a speaker wants to speak clearly, he or she should use as much jargon and slang as possible.

Question 26

A speech given in oral style is more formal than an everyday talk.

Question 27

Generic language uses words that represent everyone in the audience.

Question 28

Rhetorical figures of speech help listeners visualize or internalize what a speaker is saying.

Question 29

Information that may have a physical, economic, or psychological impact on audience members should be avoided in a speech.

Question 30

_________ is restating words, phrases, or sentences for emphasis.
A.Antithesis
B.Repetition
C.Onomatopoeia
D.Alliteration

Question 31

_________ is the addition of sex, race, age, or other group designations to a description.
A.Irrelevant association
B.Marking
C.Verbal immediacy
D.Alliteration

Question 32

A(n) _________ is an implied comparison between two unlike things, expressed without using like or as.
A.alliteration
B.metaphor
C.assonance
D.simile

Question 33

Explain the characteristics of an effective oral style.