Speech 101- Ch 18

Henry is preparing his introduction of Mike Zhu, a scientist who is giving a speech about his recent trip to excavate fossils. Henry checks with Mike to make sure he pronounces "Zhu" correctly. When Henry introduces Mike to the audience, he pronounces the name correctly and then enthusiastically tells the audience that Mike discovered dinosaur bones (rather than mammal fossils). Then he leaves the stage. How could Henry have prepared his introduction better? A. Henry should have double-checked his information to make sure it was correct. B. Henry should have spent more time sharing details with the audience. C. Henry should have told more jokes to warm up the audience. D. Henry shouldn't have been so concerned with the pronunciation of Mike's name since it is short.

A. Henry should have double-checked his information to make sure it was correct.

When you deliver a speech of introduction, how many minutes long should it be? A. 8 to 10 B. 5 to 6 C. 2 to 3 D. 15 to 20

C. 2 to 3

Which of the following excerpts from an introduction creates a sense of anticipation and drama? A. The speaker will share with you some information about increasing Instagram followers. B. The speaker has published articles in the business magazine Forbes about growing brand recognition on social media. C. The speaker has worked as a marketer for national restaurant chains including Starbucks and Olive Garden. D. This speaker grew one restaurant's Instagram presence from 1,000 followers to 100,000. How? That's what she's here to share with you today.

D. This speaker grew one restaurant's Instagram presence from 1,000 followers to 100,000. How? That's what she's here to share with you today.

Which of the following are effective ways for speakers to make their language creative and powerful in a commemorative speech? a. Use repetition b. Use metaphors c. Use alliteration d. Use clichés

a. Use repetition b. Use metaphors c. Use alliteration

Lacey just received an award for having the best cupcake shop. In her acceptance speech, which groups should she thank? a. People who like sweets and desserts b. People who supported her baking c. People bestowing the award d. People who supported her business

b. People who supported her baking c. People bestowing the award d. People who supported her business

Which of the following are true statements about a speech of introduction? a. The speech should be formal regardless of the occasion. b. The formality of the speech should conform to the formality of the event. c. The speaker should adapt to the occasion. d. The speech should be informal since it is brief.

b. The formality of the speech should conform to the formality of the event. c. The speaker should adapt to the occasion.

Which of the following are purposes of a speech of presentation? a. Listing all the achievements of the recipient b. Presenting a thorough biography of the recipient c. Telling the audience why the recipient is receiving the award d. Pointing out achievements related to the award e. Explaining the purpose of the award if the audience isn't familiar with it

c. Telling the audience why the recipient is receiving the award d. Pointing out achievements related to the award e. Explaining the purpose of the award if the audience isn't familiar with it

Pete is introducing a rock climber. He says, "Hannah has been climbing things her entire life—trees, cliffs, anything that will offer her a new view of the world. Most recently, she completed a dangerous climb in Acadia National Park. Just so you know, when she talks to us today, Hannah will probably go overtime. She just loves to ramble! And now, Hannah White!" What did Pete do wrong? A. Pete made Hannah self-aware of her speaking abilities. B. Pete gave Hannah too much praise. C. Pete introduced Hannah too formally. D. Pete made Hannah uncomfortable by recounting embarrassing stories.

A. Pete made Hannah self-aware of her speaking abilities.

A speech at which of the following occasions would be considered an informal, as opposed to a formal, speech? A. A black-tie dinner B. A happy-hour gathering at a restaurant C. A 9 a.m. business meeting with clients D. An awards ceremony

B. A happy-hour gathering at a restaurant

Joe receives an award for Employee of the Year. During the presentation of the award, Joe's boss gives a speech. What kind of speech is Joe's boss delivering? A. A commemorative speech B. A speech of presentation C. A speech of introduction D. An acceptance speech

B. A speech of presentation

How should people making a speech of introduction adapt their remarks to the speaker? A. The speech of introduction should set high expectations about the main speaker. B. The speech of introduction should embarrass the speaker to make the audience laugh. C. The speech of introduction should include things that will make the main speaker like the introducer more. D. The speech of introduction should make the main speaker comfortable about speaking.

D. The speech of introduction should make the main speaker comfortable about speaking.

The fundamental purpose of a commemorative speech is to ______ listeners. A. inform B. entertain C. persuade D. inspire

D. inspire

T/F: A speech of introduction should be brief.

True

Isabelle is preparing an introduction to a series of speeches that will be given by a marine biologist to groups of seventh graders, and later, to groups of college juniors who are majoring in marine biology. What does Isabelle have to remember when creating the introduction? a. She will have to write a shorter introduction since younger students do not care who the speaker is. b. She will need to make the introduction funnier to keep the younger students' attention. c. She will need to find out what the marine biologist is actually discussing with the different age groups so the introduction fits the content. d. She will need more than one introduction so that it fits each audience.

c. She will need to find out what the marine biologist is actually discussing with the different age groups so the introduction fits the content. d. She will need more than one introduction so that it fits each audience.

"Dr. Norris is best-known for her work carbon-dating pottery shards found in Pompeii. Recently, she has begun studying lithic tools used by prehistoric man." For what kind of audience would these remarks be well adapted? A. An audience of archaeologists B. An audience of physicians C. An audience of retirees D. An audience of school children

A. An audience of archaeologists

Which of the following is not a guideline for a speech of introduction? A. Adapt your remarks to the main speaker. B. Create interest in the audience with a long introduction. C. Adapt your remarks to the audience. D. Make certain that your remarks are accurate.

B. Create interest in the audience with a long introduction.

How can you make sure your remarks are completely accurate when giving a speech of introduction? a. Ask the main speaker ahead of time to confirm that your introduction presents factual information. b. Make sure that you are pronouncing the main speaker's name correctly. c. Use Wikipedia to double-check your introduction to make sure that it is accurate. d. Ask your friends how to pronounce the main speaker's name.

a. Ask the main speaker ahead of time to confirm that your introduction presents factual information. b. Make sure that you are pronouncing the main speaker's name correctly.

Which of the following are guidelines that speakers should use when delivering a speech of introduction? a. Create anticipation b. Speak so listlessly and without enthusiasm that the audience cannot wait to hear the main speaker c. Start the speech by stating the name of the speaker being introduced d. Create a sense of drama

a. Create anticipation d. Create a sense of drama

David is preparing a speech of introduction for the class valedictorian. How could he effectively introduce someone most of the audience already knows? a. He could reveal the identity of the valedictorian at the very end of his speech. b. He could find a creative way to introduce the valedictorian. c. He could ask the valedictorian for new information he can share about her. d. He should keep the introduction as brief as possible since the audience already knows the valedictorian.

a. He could reveal the identity of the valedictorian at the very end of his speech. b. He could find a creative way to introduce the valedictorian. c. He could ask the valedictorian for new information he can share about her.

Which of the following are special occasions? a. Retirement celebrations b. Weddings c. Campaign rallies d. Award ceremonies e. College lectures

a. Retirement celebrations b. Weddings d. Award ceremonies