Question 1

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC.
-Break-Out Session

Accepted Answer

A)  A lecture and dialogue allowing participants to share experiences in a particular field under the guidance of an expert discussion leader. 
B)  A meeting of several persons for intensive discussion; an informal and public session of free discussion organized to take place between formal sessions 
C)  Small group session, panel, etc. offered concurrently within the event, formed to focus on specific subjects 
D)  A participatory meeting designed for discussion, fact-finding, problem, solving, and consultation 
E)  A general or formal meeting of an organization attended by representatives of its membership for the purpose of deciding legislative direction, policy matters, and so on.
F) The regular coming together of large
 groups of individuals, generally to discuss
 a particular subject.
G) An exhibition of products and / or services
 held for members of a common or related
 industry that is not open to the general
 public.

Question 2

A Symposium is an open discussion with an audience, panel, and moderator.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC.
-Exhibition

Accepted Answer

A)  A gathering of delegates, representatives, and members of a membership or industry organization convened for a common purpose 
B)  An event where the primary activity of the attendees is to attend educational sessions, participate in meetings / discussions, socialize, or attend other organized events. 
C)  An event at which products, services or promotional materials are displayed to attendees visiting exhibits on a show floor

Question 4

An Exhibition and an Exposition are basically defined as the same.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

A meeting of many experts in a particular field, during which papers are presented and discussed by specialists on particular subjects with a view to making recommendations concerning theproblems under discussion is the APEX definition of:

Accepted Answer

A)  Workshop 
B)  Gathering 
C)  Symposium 
D)  Congress

Question 6

In the United States in recent years, approximately how many MEEC-style events were held?

Accepted Answer

A)  1.8 billion 
B)  1.8 trillion 
C)  180,000 
D)  1.8 million

Question 7

The CIC adopted MBECS for their new CMPIS and for the CMP Exam.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The First Continental Congress in Philadelphia was not an example of a "formal meeting."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A Panel Discussion is an instructional technique using a group of people chosen to discuss a topic in the presence of an audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is not one of the twelve domains of MBECS?

Accepted Answer

A)  Project Management 
B)  Risk Management 
C)  Strategic Planning 
D)  All of the above are domains of MBECS.

Question 11

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC.
-Congress

Accepted Answer

A)  A lecture and dialogue allowing participants to share experiences in a particular field under the guidance of an expert discussion leader. 
B)  A meeting of several persons for intensive discussion; an informal and public session of free discussion organized to take place between formal sessions 
C)  Small group session, panel, etc. offered concurrently within the event, formed to focus on specific subjects 
D)  A participatory meeting designed for discussion, fact-finding, problem, solving, and consultation 
E)  A general or formal meeting of an organization attended by representatives of its membership for the purpose of deciding legislative direction, policy matters, and so on.
F) The regular coming together of large
 groups of individuals, generally to discuss
 a particular subject.
G) An exhibition of products and / or services
 held for members of a common or related
 industry that is not open to the general
 public.

Question 12

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC.
-Workshop

Accepted Answer

A)  A lecture and dialogue allowing participants to share experiences in a particular field under the guidance of an expert discussion leader. 
B)  A meeting of several persons for intensive discussion; an informal and public session of free discussion organized to take place between formal sessions 
C)  Small group session, panel, etc. offered concurrently within the event, formed to focus on specific subjects 
D)  A participatory meeting designed for discussion, fact-finding, problem, solving, and consultation 
E)  A general or formal meeting of an organization attended by representatives of its membership for the purpose of deciding legislative direction, policy matters, and so on.
F) The regular coming together of large
 groups of individuals, generally to discuss
 a particular subject.
G) An exhibition of products and / or services
 held for members of a common or related
 industry that is not open to the general
 public.

Question 13

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC.
-Conference

Accepted Answer

A)  A lecture and dialogue allowing participants to share experiences in a particular field under the guidance of an expert discussion leader. 
B)  A meeting of several persons for intensive discussion; an informal and public session of free discussion organized to take place between formal sessions 
C)  Small group session, panel, etc. offered concurrently within the event, formed to focus on specific subjects 
D)  A participatory meeting designed for discussion, fact-finding, problem, solving, and consultation 
E)  A general or formal meeting of an organization attended by representatives of its membership for the purpose of deciding legislative direction, policy matters, and so on.
F) The regular coming together of large
 groups of individuals, generally to discuss
 a particular subject.
G) An exhibition of products and / or services
 held for members of a common or related
 industry that is not open to the general
 public.

Question 14

These events focus primarily on B2B Relationships.

Accepted Answer

A)  Exhibitions 
B)  Trade Shows 
C)  Expositions 
D)  All of the above

Question 15

A Forum is defined as a meeting of a number of experts in a particular field, at which papers are presented and discussed by specialists on particular subjects.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

What is the definition of an Exhibition Manager?

Accepted Answer

A)  A person who serves the coffee at a meeting 
B)  One who organizes and manages Conference Centers 
C)  One who organizes and manages Conventions 
D)  One who organizes and manages Trade Shows

Question 17

Explain the differences between natural attractions and person-made attractions, giving examples.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Explain the differences between natural attractions and...

Question 18

The PCMA published a guide to what quality for the MEEC Industry?

Accepted Answer

A)  Fair costs 
B)  Ethics 
C)  Economy 
D)  Labor relations

Question 19

The term "gathering"is the broadest and most generic term for MEEC events.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The MEEC industry is large and touches virtually every aspect of the ________ Industry.

Accepted Answer

A)  Legal 
B)  Hospitality 
C)  Trade 
D)  Hospital

Exam 1: Introduction to the Meetings, Expositions, Events, and Conventions Industry

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC. -Break-Out Session

A Symposium is an open discussion with an audience, panel, and moderator.

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC. -Exhibition

An Exhibition and an Exposition are basically defined as the same.

A meeting of many experts in a particular field, during which papers are presented and discussed by specialists on particular subjects with a view to making recommendations concerning theproblems under discussion is the APEX definition of:

In the United States in recent years, approximately how many MEEC-style events were held?

The CIC adopted MBECS for their new CMPIS and for the CMP Exam.

The First Continental Congress in Philadelphia was not an example of a "formal meeting."

A Panel Discussion is an instructional technique using a group of people chosen to discuss a topic in the presence of an audience.

Which of the following is not one of the twelve domains of MBECS?

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC. -Congress

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC. -Workshop

Match the term to its definition as defined by the Terminology Panel of APEX, a part of the CIC. -Conference

These events focus primarily on B2B Relationships.

A Forum is defined as a meeting of a number of experts in a particular field, at which papers are presented and discussed by specialists on particular subjects.

What is the definition of an Exhibition Manager?

Explain the differences between natural attractions and person-made attractions, giving examples.

The PCMA published a guide to what quality for the MEEC Industry?

The term "gathering"is the broadest and most generic term for MEEC events.

The MEEC industry is large and touches virtually every aspect of the ________ Industry.