Public Speaking Chapter 13 Questions

What are the four methods of speech delivery?

- The four methods of delivering a speech are - reading from a manuscript - reciting from memory - speaking impromptu - and speaking extemporaneously

What steps should you take when preparing for a question and answer session?

- The steps you should take when preparing for a question and answer session are to formulate answers to possible questions and practice the delivery of your answers. - When responding to questions during the session you should approach questions with a positive attitude; listen carefully; direct answers to the entire audience; be honest and straight forward; and stay on track.

What is nonverbal communication? Why is it important to effective public speaking?

- There is a great deal of research showing that the impact of a speaker's words is powerfully influenced by his or her nonverbal communication.

What are the eight aspects of voice usage you should concentrate on in your speeches?

- The eight aspects of voice usage you should concentrate on are: - Volume, pitch, rate, pauses, vocal variety, pronunciation, articulation, and dialect.

What are four aspects of bodily action you should concentrate on in your speeches?

- The four aspects of bodily action that you should concentrate on are: - personal appearance, movement, gestures, and eye contact.

What are the five steps you should follow when practicing your speech delivery?

1) Go through your preparation outline aloud. 2) Prepare your speaking outline 3) Practice the speech aloud several times using only the speaking outline 4) Polish and refine your delivery 5) Give your speech a dress rehearsal under conditions you will face in class

What are the elements of a good speech delivery?

The elements of good delivery are directness, spontaneity, animation, vocal expressiveness and facial expressiveness, and a lively sense of communication.