Ch. 1 Introduction to Public Speaking

Demographics refers to

a person's characteristics, such as age, culture, and occupation.

If an audience member is watching a speech on youtube.com, which of the following best describes the channel?

asynchronous computer mediated digital channel

Having a sender, a message, a receiver, a channel, and feedback are examples of which model of communication?

Advance

According to the text, which of the following is the most common way of learning public speaking?

Classroom learning

Which of the following is an example of audience feedback?

All of these answer: Laughter, Half-closed, Tears

If you would like to impress your superior in a work setting, public speaking can help you by

All of these answers: showing your creativity and critical thinking skills. demonstrating your professionalism under pressure. proving that you have a talent for leadership.

Which of the following is an example of how to advance your career using public speaking?

Gain publicity by bringing your message to a wider audience.

According to the text, a speech that involves a knowledgeable speaker transferring some of their knowledge to the audience, is the definition of which kind of speech?

Informative

A skilled and eloquent public speaker

Orator

If you are giving a speech on why banning the use of cell phones while driving should be mandatory nationwide, you are giving which kind of speech?

Persuasive

Susan names four ingredients for Amy to buy at the grocery store. What is the channel in this example?

Susan's voice and movements

Which of the following is a description of how public speaking will improve your critical thinking skills

Tailoring your message to your audience's needs will improve general communication skills.

In order to eliminate internal noise before giving your speech, all of the following are solutions, EXCEPT

Take a Walk

Which of the following is the best topic to choose for a speech to high school students?

Test-taking strategies

The CEO of a corporation gives a speech on first quarter profits to board members. What is the speaker?

The Ceo