Public Speaking Chapter 12 Review

impromptu speaking

a type of public speaking in which the speaker has little or no time to present a speech

monotone

a way of speaking in which the speaker does not alter his or her pitch

keywords

a word that identifies a subject or a point of primary interest or concern

When students talk in class during a discussion, this is an example of _____ delivery.

impromptu

Which of the following types of delivery has little or no preparation?

impromptu

Which of the following is NOT one of the four delivery methods discussed in your textbook?

improvisation

When practicing a speech for extemporaneous delivery, speakers should practice

in stages

The presentation outline

includes key words to trigger the speaker's memory

Which of the following is NOT recommended for managing your voice when

incorporate vocalized pauses

nonverbal messages

information that is not communicated with words, but rather, through movement, gesture, facial expression, vocal quality, use of time, use of space, and touch

Which of the following is NOT recommended when delivering a speech?

lock your knees

When effectively delivering a speech the speaker should

look at all audience members

One strategy for managing your body when giving a speech is:

maintain good posture

To effectively manage the audience during a speech the speaker should

make sure audience members who require accommodations have them.

articulation

the physical process of producing specific speech sounds to make language intelligible

delivery

the public presentation of a speech

rate

the speed at which the speaker speaks

dialect

the vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation used by a specific group of people, such as a regional or ethnic group

posture

the way a speaker positions and carries his or her body

T or F. Dialect is the vocabulary, grammer, and pronunciation used by a group of people

true

T or F. Extemporaneous speeches afford the speaker the ability to research, organize and rehearse their speech.

true

T or F. Information that is communicated without words, but rather through movement, gesture and facial expression is called nonverbal messages.

true

T or F. Keywords in a presentation outline identify topics or speaking points of primary interest or concern.

true

T or F. One way speakers can involve the audience is asking for volunteers to do something

true

T or F. Pitch measures the highness or lowness of the speaker's voice.

true

T or F. Um," "ah," and "you know" are examples of vocalized pauses.

true

T or F. According to your textbook, while male and female speakers are equally capable, according to your textbook, female speakers are viewed as more influential and persuasive.

false

T or F. Appearance does not impact a speaker's credibility.

false

T or F. It is not a problem if a speaker goes over her allotted time for presenting her speech

false

T or F. Monotone is the best pitch to use when giving a speech

false

T or F. The most challenging delivery issue men encounter in public speaking is voice volume.

false

memorized speaking

giving a speech that has been committed to memory

manuscript speaking

giving a speech that has been written out word for word

extemporaneous speaking

giving a speech that has planned, researched, organized, and practiced

For women, the most challenging aspect of speech delivery is

voice volume

vocalized pauses

words used to fill in when a speaker is trying to think of something to say "um" "like"

volume

the loudness of a speakers voice

Speakers with hearing impairments should

A. Use a sign-to-voice interpreter if the speaker usually communicates using American Sign Language. B. Ask audience members to use a microphone during a question-and-answer session. C. Present the speech aloud if the speaker is confident of his/her abilities.

Which of the following is true about culture and speech delivery?

American audiences may perceive a speaker as nervous, but Asian audiences might view the same behavior as modesty.

Which type of delivery is also referred to as "structured spontaneity?"

Extemporaneous

presentation outline

an outline that distills a complete-sentence outline, listing only the words and phrases that will guide the speaker through the main parts of speech and the transitions between them

vocal variety

changes in the volume, rate, and pitch of a speakers voice that affect the meaning of the words delivered

Speakers who use mobility aids should

determine in advance if standing or sitting for the presentation will be the most practical.

A faster speaking rate, higher vocal pitch, and louder volume when speaking suggests

energy

. ______ delivery can be thought of as balancing structure and spontaneity.

extemporaneous

T or F. "Delivery" in public speaking refers to the oral component of a speech.

false

pitch

the highness or lowness of a speakers voice

One advantage of the ________ delivery method is the speaker can avoid making misstatements.

manuscript

Tulin wants to make sure she says just the right words in her speech; as such the best method of delivery for her is likely _______________.

manuscript

The presentation outline is used for

practicing a speech

Which of the following types of outlines is most likely written on your note cards?

presentation

Effectively handling the question-and-answer session after a speech involves

repeating the question so the audience can hear it.

pronunciation

saying words correctly according to the accepted ways of the speakers language