Question 1

In researching a topic for a speech,the best place to begin your search is generally with

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A) examining what you already know. 
B)  Googling the topic. 
C)  finding a very specific research article on the topic. 
D) buying a book that might prove useful.

Question 2

Manny plans to give a speech on how to cast a fly-fishing rod.What is the specific purpose of Manny's speech?

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A) to teach her audience how to cast a rod 
B)  to inform 
C)  to persuade her audience to fly-fish 
D) to persuade

Question 3

Begin your research by examining what you already ____________ about your topic.

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The answer of Begin your research by examining what you...

Question 4

The correct order for the steps in the motivated sequence are:

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A) attention,satisfaction,need,visualization,action 
B)  attention,visualization,satisfaction,need,action 
C)  attention,need,satisfaction,visualization,action 
D) visualization,attention,need,satisfaction,action

Question 5

Which of the following is true concerning appropriateness of topic selection?

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A) Avoid topics on which you and your audience may disagree. 
B)  Topics related to religion,politics,and education are usually appropriate for classroom speeches. 
C)  If you are speaking to a culturally diverse audience,check to see what topics may be taboo for certain members. 
D) Select a topic you know little about,so you can learn something new along with your audience.

Question 6

Match between columns
                        Premises: vividly illustrating the consequences of adopting or not adopting your solution
making the audience anxious to hear what you have to say
presenting a solution to the problem you have identified
telling the audience specifically what they should do to alleviate the problem
stating the problem as it exists or will exist

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The Answer of need and attention and visualization and action is...

Question 7

If you have determined that the audience may not be willing to listen to your ideas,you are well advised to

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A) include as many strong issues as you can. 
B)  secure their attention early. 
C)  treat them with indifference. 
D) remind them that they have no choice.

Question 8

All of the following are suggestions in our text for managing public speaking anxiety EXCEPT:

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A) Prepare and practice thoroughly. 
B)  Avoid chemical tension relievers. 
C)  See public speaking as a performance. 
D) Think positively.

Question 9

Plan to cover a __________ topic in depth,rather than a __________ topic superficially.

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The answer of Plan to cover a __________ topic in...

Question 10

When citing references in an oral presentation you should

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A) err on the side of citing too much information about a source than too little. 
B)  preface citations by saying "I have a quote here." 
C)  not mention the actual author but be sure to mention the publication date. 
D) not mention citations in the actual speech but rather only in a detailed reference list.

Question 11

Marius plans to give a speech to convince his audience to vote in the upcoming campus elections.What is the general purpose of Marius's speech?

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A) to inform 
B)  to inform his audience of the upcoming elections 
C)  to persuade 
D) to persuade his audience to vote in the upcoming elections

Question 12

Which of the following statements is true concerning communication apprehension?

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A) Gaining experience helps to reduce communication apprehension. 
B)  Public speaking is the rarest of communication apprehensions. 
C)  The less you prepare,the less apprehension you will experience. 
D) It is more important to focus on yourself than on your listeners.

Question 13

The thesis focuses on the message; the purpose focuses on the __________.

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The answer of The thesis focuses on the message; the...

Question 14

To analyze the psychology of your audience,consider the following questions: 1.__________,2.__________,3.__________.

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The answer of To analyze the psychology of your audience,consider...

Question 15

Once the thesis is formulated,questions about the thesis help to generate

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A) your supporting material. 
B)  the title of your speech. 
C)  your main points. 
D) the cultural factors of your speech.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as steps to be followed for interviewing someone in researching a speech topic?

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A)  Select the person you wish to interview. 
B)  Secure an appointment. 
C)  Ask closed-ended questions. 
D)  Ask for permission to tape or print the interview.

Question 17

To reduce communication apprehension in public speaking,you should think positively and dismiss ? thoughts of failure.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following activities will help you develop the main points for your speech?

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A) Separate points that have a common focus. 
B)  Select points that are most relevant to your audience. 
C)  Use five or more main points. 
D) Phrase each point in a different style.

Question 19

In which step of the motivated sequence do speakers state exactly what audience members should do?

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A) visualization 
B)  satisfaction 
C)  attention 
D) action

Question 20

Effective speakers must follow the steps of public speaking in order as they are presented in the text.

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