Public Speaking 1315 Midterm-Final Blinn

What is the minimum number of people needed to have small group communication?

three

Which of the following BEST reflects the purposes of special occasion speaking?

to celebrate, commemorate, inspire, and entertain

What is your primary goal as a persuasive speaker?

to change, influence, or reinforce attitudes, beliefs, values, or behaviors

Speaking extemporaneously allows the speaker to do all of the following EXCEPT

to deliver a speech successfully when exact wording is necessary

A ritual, in which the tone may be solemn or humorous, that expresses honor or goodwill to a person, group, institution, or event, is a type of special occasion speech known as a _____.

toast

Jillian's report outlined the fact that insurance expenditures for the company had been divided between health, auto, and liability coverage. Which type of preparation outline would Jillian use to create this report?

topical

At a Martin Luther King Jr. Day event, Jesse gave a speech reflecting on Dr. King's life and achievements. This is an example of a(n) _____.

tribute

Mallory reads a text message from her friend and quickly decodes the message, written mostly in abbreviations. What stage of listening does the decoding process BEST demonstrate?

understanding

For informative speakers, audience analysis will include _____.

understanding what an audience knows about the topic

Dale is nervous and can feel his hands shaking during his speech. In Dale's evaluation, the instructor praises his organization, but suggests that he hold the lectern and speak more slowly. In order to improve his next speech, Dale should _____.

use his evaluation as a tool

Kyle reported to his department on the new product line. Even though the meeting was somewhat informal, he still stood up and made eye contact around the room before he started speaking. "I am sure y'all are more than ready to learn how well the new product is doing." As he spoke, he pointed to his presentation aid and demonstrated how the product was doing. At the end of the meeting, he handed out a paper copy of his findings to all those in attendance. What should Kyle have avoided doing during his presentation?

using a contraction like "y'all"

Researching the opposing viewpoint is particularly important when a persuasive speech concerns a proposition of _____.

value

Alan works at a warehouse. He will be speaking at a lunchtime employee meeting in support of a local candidate for mayor. Who is the target audience for this speech?

voters who work at the warehouse

A listener can provide more detailed feedback in a(n) _____ evaluation.

written

Alex has prepared a brief introduction of himself that he can use during an interview. He will be able to use this information if an interviewer asks him, _____.

"Why don't you tell me about yourself?"

What is the appropriate amount of time for an interview?

45-60 minutes

Which strategy would appeal to an audience made up mostly of visual learners?

A video showing the overcrowding at a local animal shelter.

Which of these questions is acceptable for an interviewer to ask?

Are you proficient in PowerPoint?

Charlotte's evaluation noted that her speech used little vocal variation and few gestures. What should Charlotte conclude?

Her presentation skills need work.

During the job interview, Colin asked Madeline how old her children were. What is wrong with Colin's question?

It is illegal to ask this type of personal question.

In which component of Pelias's and Shaffer's process of evaluation would a listener question why they thought a speech was of poor quality?

Justification

Keegan wants to motivate his audience to take immediate action. Which organizational strategy is the recommended choice?

Monroe's motivated sequence

Which of the following is TRUE for speech evaluations conducted by classroom peers?

Practice active listening during the speech.

Which of the following students is doing the most effective job conducting speech research?

Randy has done some Internet research and is now interviewing a local doctor about asthma.

Which of these questions or statements is the BEST to use at the beginning of an interview?

Tell me a little bit about yourself.

Jessica's work group used the DECIDE model to determine which of the two new shampoo products they would release to the market. Which of the activities below represents the final step Jessica's group would take?

The group receives a report detailing the monthly sales of the new shampoo.

According to the text, what is a benefit to individuals who evaluate other public speakers?

They become better communicators themselves.

The last element of an informative speech should be _____.

a WOW statement

Pam will be speaking to a group of potential investors and trying to convince them to support her strategy. Which of the following describes the delivery style Pam will find MOST effective?

a powerful and direct delivery using body language that reflects confidence and trust

Which of these speeches typically has the general purpose to inspire?

a sermon during a church service

This type of special occasion speech will be brief and personally reflective.

a wedding toast

The three main benchmarks of effective informative speaking are inclusiveness, unity, and _____.

accuracy

James wants his audience to sign a donation pledge card before leaving that day. James' persuasive speech is meant to _____.

actuate

Which fallacy of a persuasive argument attacks the person instead of challenging the argument being made? For example, "That board member would be a bad president. He supports year-round schools."

ad hominem

Judson didn't like the fact that the speaker said, "Everyone will be buying these, so you should get yours today." Judson didn't believe everyone would be buying them, and the speaker was misleading the crowd. Judson believes the speaker's argument is a(n) _____ fallacy.

ad populum

Duncan is speaking at a luncheon meeting. Although he begins with a lighthearted anecdote, his message about volunteerism is serious. Duncan speaks for 15 minutes, and his speech leaves his listeners feeling entertained and energized. This speech is an example of a(n) _____.

after-dinner speech

Stephanie is organizing a document that details the goals of the upcoming meeting and what will be covered. She is creating a(n) _______.

agenda

If something is true for A, and A and B are very similar, it is also true for B. This argument represents ______.

analogy

During Marietta's presentation, she told the audience, "When you choose not to donate to the local animal shelter, hundreds of precious puppies and kittens are at risk of starvation." She could see that this made the audience squirm in their seats. Which modern appeal to persuade is Marietta using?

appeal to harmony

Which modern appeal used to persuade has a basis in the hierarchy developed by Maslow?

appeal to need

Kendra said, "My grandmother used lard for baking, my mother also used lard, so lard must be the best for baking." What faulty logic does this demonstrate?

appeal to tradition

Which type of listening takes place when we hear the fire crackling while making s'mores in the summer?

appreciative

The purpose of a review is to ________.

assess an employee's work performance

If the audience is apathetic or unfamiliar with your topic, when does the text suggest that you should incorporate your strongest argument?

at the end of the speech body

Devin is just a few days old. When he hears someone talking outside his room, he seems attentive. What stage of the listening process does this demonstrate?

attending

The persuasive preparation outline should include the four components of the introduction: _____.

attention-getter, credibility material, relevance to audience, and speech preview

As Wesley is speaking, he notices that his audience looks bored. Wesley speeds up his speaking rate and moves out from behind the lectern and closer to the audience. Wesley makes a change in his speech based on _____.

audience evaluation

As a college recruitment counselor, Shelly tries to persuade the high school audience that her university is a good choice for biology majors. Shelly's speech is based on _____.

beliefs

Justin wrote on the evaluation form that it was difficult for him to follow the main points of the speech. Which part of the speech is Justin evaluating?

body

One of Joe's employees has missed many days at work. After talking with him, Joe learns there's a serious illness in the family. Joe reassures him his job is safe and temporarily reallocates the work. This example illustrates how listening _____.

builds better relationships

Which organizational strategy is NOT typically used in special occasion speaking?

causal

"Skipping childhood immunizations leads to a higher rate of preventable death in young adults," is an example of argument by _____.

cause

As the father of the bride, Frank gave a toast at the wedding reception. This is a speech to _____.

celebrate

At the choral group's year-end banquet, one member sang a brief "year in review" piece highlighting the group's past season. This is an example of a speech to ______.

celebrate

Margo has been asked to speak at the end-of-year sports awards banquet. The general purpose of her speech will be to _____.

celebrate

"The United States should fund HIV/AIDS drug therapy for developing nations." This is an example of a _____.

central idea

Natasha's professor told her she should write her thesis statement at the top of the page. What element of the speech should Natasha write down?

central idea

During the town hall meeting, members of the village board discussed the proposed property tax increase. Two board members clearly supported the proposal and several others were against it. The village manager was responsible for moderating the meeting and community residents were allowed to ask questions. Which type of group presentation does this demonstrate?

colloquium

A speech marking the anniversary of the bombing of Pearl Harbor has the general purpose to _____.

commemorate

Celine gave a moving speech that honored the lives of each of the six marines who had died in battle. The general purpose of her speech is to _____.

commemorate

According to the 5-C principles of small group membership, _____ refers to your willingness to give the group your complete attention.

commitment

Guadeloupe received positive comments about her speech's summary statement and audience response statement. Which aspect of Guadeloupe's speech is this discussing?

conclusion

Lisa, a registered nurse, is speaking to an expectant parents group. She discusses the advantages of playing classical music during their baby's birth and infancy. Lisa's speech is designed to _____.

convince

Tim is having trouble choosing a topic for his informative speech. On a piece of paper, Tim writes three columns: Describe, Instruct, and Explain. He begins jotting down words under each column. What is Tim doing?

creating an idea bank

Jarret wants to learn as much as he can about the school board candidates. At the meeting, he listens carefully, asks questions, and refrains from judging any of the candidates until he knows all of the details. Jarret is demonstrating the skills of a(n) ______ listener.

critical

Everyone likes Ryan as the leader because he involves the entire group in the decision-making process and offers insight to the group. Which type of leadership style does this represent?

democratic

Derived ethos is the credibility the audience gives to a speaker _____.

during the speech

Patricia seemed to evolve into the role of leader in her investment group after they had been meeting for a couple of months. She is an example of a(n) ________ leader.

emergent

The marriage counselor listens to Victor and Angela as they each describe their relationship. What type of listening is the counselor demonstrating?

empathic

Zach is sitting next to someone who keeps texting during class, and he finds it hard to concentrate on the lecture. What kind of listening barrier is Zach experiencing?

environmental

Parker knows it is important not to hide or omit any relevant information when making a presentation. Parker is demonstrating that he understands the importance of _____.

ethics

Caroline wants the audience to see her as friendly and personable. Aristotle would say that Caroline is using an appeal to _____.

ethos

Corbin's instructor asks him to comment on the speaker's language use, gestures, vocal variety, and sincerity. What is Corbin being asked to do?

evaluate the speaker's presentation

When thinking about reflexivity and public speaking, it is suggested that _____.

evaluation should take place even after a speech ends

Based on the work of Stephen Toulmin, which part of an argument provides support for the argument?

evidence

Troy is giving a speech about issues regarding legalizing medical marijuana. This is a speech to _____.

explain

If the elements of an argument by deduction are not factual, the result is a(n) _____.

faulty syllogism

After receiving hundreds of customer complaints about the new line of healthy snacks, the company formed a group to address these issues and search for the best way to solve them. This is an example of a(n) _____ group.

focus

Determining the roles of group members occurs in the _____ phase of small group development.

forming

As she prepares her outline, Talia writes "to persuade" at the top of her paper. What part of the speech does this represent?

general purpose

Evan works hard during team meetings to make sure that he mediates what is being said by members to help relieve any tension that forms within the group. Which of the following describes Evan's role?

harmonizer

As an interviewee, you should do all of the following EXCEPT ___________.

ignore nonverbal cues

Donna must attend a week of training classes before starting a new job. She listens carefully and takes notes to make sure she retains information. This is an example of how listening _____.

increases knowledge

During freshman orientation, Louie gave a speech called "How to Balance a Checkbook." This is an example of a speech to _____.

instruct

Karli has decided to show the class how to make Waldorf salad. This will be an informative speech designed to _____.

instruct

Special occasion speaking can be distinguished from other types of public speaking in that it _____.

intertwines public speaking with one's personal life

Krissa told her coworkers that Jacqueline's speech had gotten her attention from the very beginning when she told the audience about her own struggles with weight loss. Which part of the speech is Krissa evaluating?

introduction

The four aspects of effective evaluation as determined by Ron Pelias and Tracy Stephenson Shaffer are description, judgment, _____.

justification, and rationale

What occurs when we consciously pay attention, assign meaning, and respond to a verbal and/or nonverbal message?

listening

Speakers can help cross-cultural audiences listen to and understand their speeches by _____.

listening to verbal and nonverbal feedback

Emma asks for a salary increase to match that of her male coworkers. Emma points out to the boss that everyone has similar training, education, and sales goals. What kind of appeal is Emma using?

logos

As the leader of a Girl Scout group, Fran wants to make sure she keeps the girls interested in scouting and that they feel good about being in the group. Which type of communication does this require?

maintenance

The evidence for Lisel's speech on the need for an iron supplement is that women need iron for proper immune function. She notes that a woman's quality of life is directly related to a properly functioning immune system. Which type of warrant does this represent?

motivational

Even though both Jillian and Elizabeth wanted to be in charge of the group, the rest of the members agreed that Jillian should be in charge since she had worked in fundraising before. With this decision, the group began to outline the tasks they needed to accomplish to organize the dance marathon. In which phase of small group development can a group start figuring out what tasks need to be done?

norming

According to the text, one of the best ways to learn how to conduct an interview is to ________.

observe someone who is good at interviewing

Jill is conducting a peer evaluation during speech class. She writes on her evaluation form, "I really enjoyed learning about Amazon insects, but I would have liked viewing more photos." What evaluation suggestion is Jill employing here?

offer improvement tips

At the end of his presentation, three students raised their hands and gave Jorge feedback on his speech. These students are providing a(n) _____ evaluation.

oral

During the meeting, Stefan and two other experts will provide details on the issues associated with the proposed incentive plan to the board of directors. There will be a chairperson present to lead the meeting. Which type of presentation format will Stefan be participating in as he shares information with the board?

panel discussion

Audience members who believe the speaker is completely responsible for the effectiveness of the message are reflecting _____.

passivity syndrome

When John F. Kennedy said, "Ask not what your country can do for you—ask what you can do for your country," he was using what type of traditional appeal?

pathos

A proposition of _____ describes a course of action that needs to be ended or implemented.

policy

When a speaker tries to persuade the audience to implement a new procedure, it is a proposition of _____.

policy

The company president prepared a brief speech for the next managers' meeting to explain why health care deductions are increasing and ways employees could save money by changing which doctor they used. What organizational strategy will this speech likely use?

problem-solution

What would a speaker do during the listening and evaluating stage of the creative process for a persuasive speech?

provide the audience with a survey for feedback on the speech

Judi keeps thinking about the fight with her boyfriend last night, so she does not hear what the newscaster is saying on television. This represents a(n) _____ barrier to listening.

psychological

Which of the ancillary elements to an argument identified by Toulmin is used to soften the effect of reservations on a claim as shown in this example, "The public should be allowed to vote on this matter because this law will likely provide tax relief"?

qualifiers

Jason works for a furniture manufacturer and he is part of the team that makes sure each product going out the door is up to the standards that have been set by the company. Which type of group would do this job?

quality assurance

The first three steps in the listening process are _____.

receiving, attending, and understanding

Jim is a salesman for a camera company and presents his products to his clients in an attempt to get them to buy the cameras and accessories to sell in their stores. According to the text, which type of business presentation does this represent?

recommendation

Shannon is taking the final exam for the semester. She completes her essay and turns in her paper. What stage of the listening process is Shannon demonstrating as she takes the exam?

remembering

When you present information to others during a business meeting, you are making a(n) ______.

report

You would look for reference materials that provide information on your topic during the _____ step of the creative process.

researching

Amber noticed that several audience members were frowning because they seemed unclear on her message. Which stage of the listening process are the audience members in?

responding

Kiley gets together with her book club every six weeks to discuss the current selection. A book club is a type of _____ group.

social

In a speech of award acceptance, it is generally inappropriate to _____.

speak for longer than five minutes

Janelle is developing a presentation for her department. She is organizing her thoughts and has come up with the following: "To persuade the board of directors to invest in a new packaging design for the current product line." This statement represents Janelle's ________.

specific purpose

During the senior assembly, the principal announced the school's leadership scholarship winner and recognized all the nominees. This is an example of which special occasion speech?

speech of award presentation

At which stage of small-group development, according to Tuckman and Jensen, would the group start focusing on its goal, and power and relationship issues would begin to emerge?

storming

The creative process for informative speaking is considered dynamic which means that _____.

the speaker can move back and forth between the steps in the process

If you are asked to assess the effectiveness of the topic selection for a speech, as well as the research and creation of the message, you are evaluating _____.

the speech message