EXAM 1 REVIEW (KAHOOT)

Tracy is beginning her group's research presentation. What does she not need to do? A.) State the specific purpose of the speech B.) Include an attention-getting statement C.) Demonstrate her own credibility D.) Include the thesis of the speech

A.)

Based on the models of communication, our class is a _______. A.) Transaction B.) Linear discussion C.) Construction D.) Brawl

A.) -- Explanation: Examples of the transactional model include a face-to-face meeting, a telephone call, a Skype call, a chat session, interactive training, or a meeting in which all attendees participate by sharing ideas and comments. As with the linear model, noise can affect the communication.

Abhyudaya makes notes to himself as he prepares for the BCOM exam. What type of communication is this? A.) Intrapersonal B.) Interpersonal C.) Group D.) Public

A.) -- Explanation: Intrapersonal communication is the process by which an individual communicates within themselves, acting as both sender and receiver of messages, and encompasses the use of unspoken words to consciously engage in self-talk and inner speech.

What is the tendency to remember what we saw first? A.) Primacy B.) Proximity C.) Recency D.) Numerology

A.) -- Explanation: Primacy is the tendency to remember what we saw first, whereas recency is the tendency to remember what we saw most recently.

Brianna is going to do secondary research for her speech. What is this called? A.) Desk research B.) Field research C.) Survey research D.) Measurement research

A.) -- Explanation: Secondary research involves the summary, collation and/or synthesis of existing research. Secondary research is contrasted with primary research in that primary research involves the generation of data, whereas secondary research uses primary research sources as a source of data for analysis.

Dean Pirkul walks to the podium in the Davidson Auditorium and begins speaking to freshmen. What is the context? A.) Public communication B.) Mass communication C.) Interpersonal communication D.) Group communication

A.) -- Explanation: Some examples of public communication happen through public speaking events, conferences, seminars, press conferences, and so on. Newspaper editorials and billboard advertisements are other forms of public communication. Mass media (newspapers, magazines, radio, TV) are a powerful tool of public communication.

Trist is practicing her speech. Her teammate Jenna says she should use the speaker's triangle. What is this? A.) A series of movements B.) Ethos, Pathos & Logos C.) This is a pirate's team D.) The Bermuda Triangle

A.) -- Explanation: The speaker's triangle is a series of movements in which the primary speaker is at the tippy point.

The most common workplace misunderstandings arise with the use of ___________ language. A.) Connotative B.) Denotative C.) Colonial D.) John Oliver's

A.) Connotative -- Explanation: Connotation is created when you mean something else, something that might be initially hidden. The connotative meaning of a word is based on implication or shared emotional association with a word.

Martin is the group leader. He assigns the Q&A section at the end to Audrey. What does he expect her to do? (Select 3.) A.) Answer each audience question B.) Paraphrase each question C.) Express thanks for each question D.) Discuss the importance of questions

A.), B.), & C.).

Vocalics are ________. (Select all the apply) A.) nonverbal B.) Words C.) Sounds that indicate emotion D.) Feedback (cues) for a speaker

A.), C.), and D.) -- Explanation: Words are not considered vocalics (non-verbal cues)

What increases audience engagement? A.) Long pauses B.) Natural gestures from the speaker C.) A stiff, straight body D.) A monotone voice

B.)

What do we call "self-esteem + self-image"? A.) Looking glass self B.) Self-concept C.) Self-esteem D.) Self-fulfilling prophecy

B.) -- Explanation: An idea of the self-constructed from the beliefs one holds about oneself and the responses of others. "a self-concept is largely a reflection of the reactions of others towards the individual"

Bianca organizes her presentation into four parts by grouping bits of information. What is this called? A.) Assessing information B.) Chunking information C.) Vivisecting information D.) Outlining information

B.) -- Explanation: Chunking refers to the process of taking individual pieces of information and grouping them into larger units. By grouping each data point into a larger whole, you can improve the amount of information you can remember.

Shehan explains to a new investor that he has two successful start-ups in order to __________. A.) Encourage pathos, an emotional reaction B.) Build ethos, his credibility C.) Use logos, to show the idea's value D.) Speak ad nauseam

B.) -- Explanation: Ethos is an ethical appeal and appeals to your sense of right and wrong. It works to build authority with an audience. For example: This cream has been backed by dermatologists. This works to build ethos in advertising by showing the product's authority and quality.

Communication scholars would call a synchronous class a good example of the _________ model of communication. A.) Constructivist B.) Transactional C.) Reactional D.) Incendiary

B.) -- Explanation: The transactional model of public speaking takes on a more mutual communication effort between the sender and receiver in where both seek to find mutual meaning in the message. Like the linear model, each model shares common elements like the sender, receiver, a message and a channel.

What should you consider when choosing a topic? (Select all that apply.) A.) Authority B.) Appropriateness C.) Appeal D.) Ability

B.), C.), D.) --- Authority doesn't matter when choosing a topic

When you tell your audience about your experience, you are typically trying to build _______. (Select 2.) A.) Logos B.) Ethos C.) Credibility D.) Pathos

B.), and C.). -- Explanation: Your experience is related to your ethos/credibleness.

During Q&A after a speech, SAI repeats or paraphrases questions before answering them. Why is this good? (Select 2.) A.) It makes her sound more intelligent B.) It clarifies the question C.) It helps her reach the Q&A time limit D.) Repetition ensures that all hear the question

B.), and D.)

What is at the top of an APA source page? A.) Works Cited B.) Citations C.) References D.) Sources

C.) -- Explanation" The top of the source page in APA is always named "references".

Sara's instructor has a strong East Texas accent that Sara has trouble understanding. What type of interference is this? A.) Verbal B.) Environmental C.) Linguistic D.) Psychological

C.) -- Explanation: Linguistic interference is when one language affects the use of another. For example, a person who speaks English but then learns Hindi and French may wrongly use Hindi words and grammar while speaking French.

Jason is about to speak at a funeral. He tells himself, "All ceremonies must _______". A.) Entertain the audience B.) Educate those listening C.) Mark the occasion D.) Demonstrate a technique

C.) -- Explanation: Special occasion speeches are the type of speeches given to mark the significance of a specific event. The particular events include a wedding, a birthday party, etc...

Another word for "interference" is __________. A.) Hostility B.) Proximity C.) Noise D.) Trolling

C.) -- Explanation: Unwanted signals = noise

"Chunking" is when you ___________. A.) Become nauseated B.) Bake cookies with large chocolate pieces C.) Code in large pieces D.) Group ideas and information together

D.) -- Explanation: "Chunking" is the process of grouping different bits of information together into more manageable or meaningful chunks. Do that and you make information clearer and easier to remember for yourself and others.

In the CRAAP test, what does the C stand for? A.) Cohesion B.) Collateral C.) Cost D.) Currency

D.) -- Explanation: CRAAP is an acronym for Currency, Relevance, Authority, Accuracy, and Purpose. Use the CRAAP Test to evaluate your sources.

Anusha sent her professor a message via Microsoft Teams. What is the component of communication? A.) Context B.) Source C.) Receiver D.) Channel

D.) -- Explanation: In a nutshell, communication channels are mediums through which you can send a message to its intended audience. For example, phone calls, text messages, emails, video, radio, and social media are all types of communication channels. In a company, communication channels keep information flowing efficiently.

The FIRST finger on the "five-finger model of public speaking" represents the ________. A.) Residual message B.) Body C.) Conclusion D.) Attention statement

D.) -- Explanation: Present yourself and introduce the topic. Try using attention-grabbing techniques such as telling jokes or stating an interesting fact.

Which is NOT part of the 5 finger model of communication? A.) Residual message B.) Conclusion C.) Body D.) Quotation

D.) -- Explanation: The five-finger model consists of an attention statement, introduction, body, conclusion, and residual message.

One of the best ways to reduce nervousness and connect with your audience is to pick one person and talk to that person. TRUE or FALSE

FALSE

Speaking from behind a podium increases your authority as a speaker and audience engagement. TRUE or FALSE

FALSE

Wikipedia is an acceptable source for a research paper. TRUE or FALSE

FALSE

This is an APA in-text citation: (Brown, p. 17) TRUE or FALSE

FALSE -- Explanation: APA7 (American Psychological Association - 7th edition) is an 'author-date' citation style. This means it uses in-text citations which include the author's name and the resource's publication date, followed by a reference list containing fuller item details at the end of the document.

A lawnmower by the window makes it difficult to hear the speaker. This is physiological interference. TRUE or FALSE

FALSE -- Explanation: This form of communication barrier challenges both parts of the speaker and receiver. For example, hearing impairment is a form of physiological barrier to communication. The lawnmower is not part of physiology.

Controversial topics can be appropriate speech topics. TRUE or FALSE

TRUE

Popular sources tend to have advertisements. TRUE or FALSE

TRUE

The textbook and your professor encourage you to approach your speeches as if they are a dialogue. TRUE or FALSE

TRUE

The thesis statement addresses what you, specifically, prove in the speech and forecasts the organization. TRUE or FALSE

TRUE -- Explanation: A thesis statement usually appears at the conclusion of the introductory paragraph of a paper. It offers a concise summary of the main point or claim of the essay, research paper, etc. It is usually expressed in one sentence, and the statement may be reiterated elsewhere.

The purpose statement is about what the audience will know and be able to do at the end of a speech. TRUE or FALSE

TRUE -- Explanation: State your specific purpose in a sentence that includes the general purpose, a description of the intended audience, and a prepositional phrase summarizing the topic.