SPK Chapter 13

Which of the following are true of delivery in extemporaneous speeches? Remember that extemporaneous speeches are not the same as impromptu speeches, even if popular usage sometimes uses "extemporaneous" to mean "without preparation."

1. Extemporaneous speeches have slightly different wording each time they're delivered. 2. Extemporaneous speaking encourages a conversational quality. 3. Extemporaneous speeches rely on brief notes or a speaking outline.

In a question-and-answer session, answers to simple questions should be about ______, and answers to more complicated questions should be

30 seconds; 2 to 3 minutes

dialect

A regional variety of a language distinguished by vocabulary, spelling, and pronunciation.

In which situation is a speech most likely to be memorized?

A toast to a new couple

How can a speaker determine how to dress and groom for a speech?

Adapting to both the audience and the occasion

Which of the following situations is most likely to involve impromptu delivery?

Answering questions at a job interview

How should you approach public speaking if you want your voice to be lively and expressive?

As an opportunity to share with your listeners ideas that are important to you.

Inflection

Change in pitch or tone of the voice

Which of the following are aspects of conversational speaking that audiences tend to prefer in formal speeches?

Directness Vocal and facial expressiveness

In which of the following scenarios are our vocabularies the most limited, making us more likely to mispronounce or misuse a word?

During spontaneous speech

Which of the following movements should be avoided when giving a speech?

Gathering notes before finishing the speech

Which of the following are basic guidelines for good delivery that should be implemented by a beginning public speaker?

Make eye contact. Speak intelligibly.

Which of the following are potential pitfalls of reading a speech from a manuscript?

Not making eye contact Poor pacing Wooden or artificial delivery

Speakers can help ensure proper pronunciation by doing which of the following?

Practicing in front of friends who can give gentle correction Consulting a dictionary for any words about which they are unsure

Which of the following are basic methods of speech delivery?

Read from a manuscript Impromptu From memory Extemporaneous

In order to optimize practice time, speakers should do which of the following?

Record a rehearsal in order to carry out a self-critique Rehearse aloud, including examples and quotations Make sure notes are easy to read

What are steps you should take as an impromptu speaker when responding to another speaker?

Summarize your point. State the point you wish to make. Support your point with appropriate evidence. State the point you are answering.

Which of the following statements about audience question-and-answer sessions is true?

They can make or break a presentation.

Which of the following is the primary rule for using gestures during a speech?

Use any gestures that feel natural as long as they do not distract from your message.

While listening to Garth give his speech, some audience members were unsure whether he said "share" or "chair." What area of delivery does Garth need to work on?

While listening to Garth give his speech, some audience members were unsure whether he said "share" or "chair." What area of delivery does Garth need to work on?

The use of "um" and "uh" instead of brief silence is referred to as

a vocalized pause

A speaker who tells the audience that he or she is "delighted" to be with them will undermine her statement by doing which of the following?

avoiding eye contact

When delivering a speech from memory, speakers must remember to

concentrate on communicating with the audience

Derek just finished giving a speech to his class, and asked for his classmates' feedback. The class thought Derek was well prepared and found the subject matter informative and easy to follow, but they noted that at certain points they felt as if Derek was shouting at them. Which aspect of the speech should Derek work on?

speaker's voice

impromptu

without preparation

What is the best way to ensure that your pitch matches the meaning of your words?

Record and listen to yourself as you practice your speech.

What are recommended guidelines for managing a question-and-answer session?

Repeat the question so that everyone can understand what is being asked. Stay calm, even if the questioner is argumentative. Listen carefully to the question.

Which of the following are articulation problems?

Saying didja instead of did you Saying goin' instead of going

Juanita read most of her speech from note cards and, as a result, members of her audience were likely to believe which of the following about her?

She did not know what she was talking about. She was not sincere. She did not prepare sufficiently.

Sonya delivered a speech to her managers about some new technologies that she thought could make her team more efficient. After she finished her speech, she was out of breath and realized that she hadn't even paused to take a real breath when she was speaking. Nevertheless, she felt that she did a good job following her speech outline. Although they were paying close attention during the speech, the managers seemed confused about how the ideas she presented fit into the company's business model, and asked Sonya several questions. Which of the following would be a factor most likely to have been the problem with Sonya's speech?

She spoke too quickly.

Which of the following should you consider when deciding how loudly to speak?

The size of the audience The acoustics of the room Whether you will have a microphone