speech final
which of the following sentences provides a denotative meaning
"A cat is an animal in the feline family"
What is an example of how a group member should disagree with another member?
"Can you tell us more about why you feel that way?"
When choosing a speaker to serve as a single group representative, group members should ask all of the following questions EXCEPT
"Have we chosen the group member who does not need our input?"
During reflective thinking, which of the following questions would be appropriate to ask during the "analyze the problem" step?
"What are the problem's primary aspects?"
Indicate which is the correct APA in-text citation for the following source: Title: Role of Personality in Determining Value Judgements Authors: Maxine Renee Shaw, Jonathan L. Speaks, Kathleen M. Neal Publication: Journal of Applied Psychology Volume No.: 75 Date Published: 1999 Page Numbers: 558-577
(Shaw, Speaks, and Neal, 2005, p. 12-15).
which of the following are important and necessary for a professional speech video
- volume that is loud enough for the viewer to heat - a visible presenter from at least the waist up - a clean area and space - a camera that is at eye level so that the speaker is not looking up/down
an audience analysis is important for which of these steps in public speaking
-delivering -preparing -planning
in persuasive speaking, an argument can include which of the following
-facts -personal stories -expert opinions
visual aids can be used in presentations to do which of the following
-spark interest -build emotional connections -explain abstract ideas
which would be appropriate topics for a narrative speech
-the high school class that changed my life - how my siblings have taught me an important lesson - the lesson I learned from a childhood book and how it influenced my career choice
Which choice shows the correct format for the second parenthetical citation of the Jeffrey T. Swan, Dennard Q. Rail, Mary N. Bushcombe (1995) source in a later paragraph in the paper, using the following sentence: In addition, the authors suggested that admissions officers should have frank discussions with applicants that clearly outline what the graduate program demands, expects, and requires of students.
...demands, expects, and requires of students (Swan et al., 1995).
Which choice shows the correct format for the first use of the Jeffrey T. Swan, Dennard Q. Rail, Mary N. Bushcombe (1995) source with the following sentence: Thus, students' misplaced sense of entitlement interferes with classroom teaching and, ultimately, the quality of education and training that students receive.
...training that students receive (Swan, Rail, & Bushcombe, 1995).
What is the correct author and year format for a journal article in a reference list?
Brill, J. B. (2011).
the organizational pattern: argentino getter, need, satisfaction, visualization, action is
Monroe Motivated Sequence
Which of the following is the last step in the reflective-thinking process?
Select the best solution
Indicate which is the correct APA reference for the following source: Title: Role of Personality in Determining Value Judgements Authors: Maxine Renee Shaw, Jonathan L. Speaks, Kathleen M. Neal Publication: Journal of Applied Psychology Volume No.: 75 Date Published: 1999 Page Numbers: 558-577
Shaw, M.R., Speaks J.L., & Neal, K.M. (1999). Role of personality in determining value judgements. Journal of Applied Psychology, 75, 558-577.
Choose the correct reference format for the following source that you retrieved from an online journal: Social Work and Research, 1995, Vol. 68(2), 127-137 SSN: 1948-CCX DOI:10.1037/swr/127 . Students and the Problem of Entitlement . Jeffrey T. Swan Dennard Q. Rail Mary N. Bushcombe University of Georgia. Note: Per APA, journal titles should be set in italics (e.g., Social Work and Research); however, the quiz-maker software doesn't permit italics in the answer options.
Swan, J. T., Rail, D. Q., & Bushcombe, M. N. (1995). Students and the problem of entitlement. Social Work and Research, 68(2), 127-137. doi:10.1037/swr/127
For all quoted material, the in-text citation must include:
The author's last name, year, and page or paragraph number
What is the correct in-text reference format for a direct quote?
Veit and Gould (2010) emphasise the importance of "using your own words and your own style" (p. 158) when paraphrasing.
What is the correct in-text reference format for a direct quote?1
Veit and Gould (2010) emphasise the importance of "using your own words and your own style" (p. 158) when paraphrasing.
a persuasive speech on assisted suicide being immoral and unethical is an example of
a proposition of value
the only acceptable format for submitting your speech video is which of the following
a youtube link
the retention phase of listening emphasizes the
ability to remember what is heard
clear messages generally are not
abstract
Which one of the following statements is not true of language and word choice in public speaking?
abstract language is more powerful than concrete language
When a single group representative presents another group member's good idea, the representative should..
acknowledge the other members as the source
in a persuasive speech, when a speaker tells the audience what they can do to solve the problem
action
to help you craft better language for your speeches, which of these three key differences between oral and written language should be considered
all of the above: oral language incorporates repetition oral language is more adaptive oral language tends to be less formal
All of the following are desired approaches when conducting a symposium EXCEPT
allowing the preceding speaker as much time as needed
What does APA stand for?
american psychological association
which of the following is true for most listeners
attention span is limited early on monday mornings
language that suggests prejudice or preconceptions about other people is considered
biased
all of the following are demographic characteristics except
body clock
all of the following are possible location challenges except
chronemics
speakers and audiences who share beliefs, values, and experiences are said to have
common ground
the meaning of a word that includes the ideas, feelings, and emotions associated with the word
connotative meaning
2 functions of persuasive speaking
convince actuate
the precise, literal, dictionary definition of a word is called its _ meaning
denotative
what is the term for audience members' likely attitude toward a message
disposition
What spacing should be used throughout the document?
double spacing
speakers should use presentation aids strategically in order to
encourage listening
When speaking to a general audience about a technical field such as telecommunications, it is acceptable to use jargon—including expressions such as 7G (seventh-generation telecom networks), CapEx(capital expenditures), first-tier ops (telecom operators with the largest market share), and the cloud (virtual servers, available over the Internet).
false
in an audience has responded positively to a message in the past, a speaker should not make any changes to that message if he or she is addressing that audience on the same topic
false
jargon includes only technical terms, not abbreviations or acronyms
false
open-ended questions offer a set of general but limited responses
false
political affiliation tends to be the easiest demographic characteristic to address
false
which of the following is not a situational characteristic
gender
speakers who assume that all men enjoy hunting would be said to suffer from
gender stereotypes
The ways in which group members relate to one another and view their functions is known as
group dynamics
Effective group leaders do all of the following except
help cultivate groupthink
to follow detailed instructions on how to upload speech videos, students should go to modules and then look for which page link
how am i going to upload presentation videos? course technology
gauging an audience's prior exposure to a topic includes knowing all of the following except
how body clock might affect their attentiveness
A person in a group who is acknowledged to be the leader because he or she has special skills would be considered which type of leader?
implied
a speech that is done without being planned, organized, or rehearsed is what kind of speech
impromptu
a persuasive speech is different from an informative in that a persuasive speech attempts to
influence people to think or behave in a particular way
a persuasive speech on community college being something that should be free in all US states
is an example of proposition of policy
appearing to have a good moral character, common sense, and concern for the audience's well-being
is related to ethos
The study of ethics in public speaking is important because
it results in truthfulness, respect, and accuracy
A speaker who referred to "the cloud" (virtual servers that are available over the Internet) in a speech to an audience with limited expertise on Internet topics would be using
jargon
argumentative listeners characteristically do which of the following
listen for the purpose of fueling their own arguments
In presentations, which of the following factors would help speakers determine whether they are using understandable language?
listeners' educational background
aristotle referred to this as the reasons for supporting your purpose statement/argument
logos
statistics, facts, data, claims, are all related to which of the 3 persuasive strategies
logos
If you're the leader of a group, you should ____ during meetings.
model the behavior you expect
all of the following behaviors support interactive listening except
multitasking during presentations
Which of these is NOT one of Aristotle's rhetorical strategies for persuasive speaking
mythos
when a speech focuses on out emotions and feelings, it targets this persuasive strategy
pathos
Which of the following language devices requires speakers to divulge their individual experiences?
personal anecdote
the art of convincing others to give favorable attention to our point of view is called
persuasion
which of the following is not a gender-neutral term
poetess
the most difficult demographic for public speakers to classify is
political affiliation
potential car buyers who actively consider their financial situations while listening to salespeople explain the prices of various options on a car engage in
processing
a persuasive speech attempting to convince an audience that global warming does exist is a
proposition of fact
when we don't trust a speaker and they don't know their information or haven't done research we
question their credibility
people who hear (rather than listen) do which of the following
receive messages passively
A group member who is trying to manage conflict in a group should...
refer to ideas by topic
For APA style, what is the list of sources at the END of the document called?
references
Which of the following processes is particularly effective when making group decisions?
reflective thinking
Speakers who make a technical statement and then later reword it are seeking to make their language more effective through which of the following principles?
repetition
speakers who conduct situational audience analysis properly
revise their outlines as needed
if a marine biologist is speaking to a group of student volunteers who have studied biology at only an introductory level, she should not
rush through the presentation
which of the following is not an appropriate behavior in your speech video
sitting at a desk or a table
in the public speaking process, it is most important for whom to demonstrate sound listening skills
speaker and audience
which of the following statements about audiences is true
stationary listeners generally sit or stand
the best way for speakers to avoid the debate over appropriate language and political correctness is to
support all claims with credible evidence and logical reasoning
a speaker who is interested in questioning listeners on dining preferences before giving a speech on Thai cuisine should use which of the following
surveys
The group presentation approach in which each group member takes responsibility for delivering a different part of the presentation is known as a(n)...
symposium
A group member who points out that all group members seem to agree that the group should focus on middle-school peer pressure plays the task-oriented role known as
synthesizer
For all paraphrased or summarized content, the in-text citation must include:
the author's last name and the date of publication
which of the following sentences contains a connotative meaning
the singer burst onto the country music scene
which of the following is not true about defeated listeners
they are likely to prefer technical information
In APA format, your page margins should be 1 inch on all sides.
true
Small group offers important advantages over individual efforts.
true
The Reference section should start on a separate page under the centered heading References, which does not use bold font. The reference entries should appear in alphabetical order by authors' surname (or by title if works do not list an author) regardless of the type of source (e.g., book, film, journal article, website).
true
The best way for speakers to avoid the debate over appropriate language and political correctness is to support their positions with credible evidence and logical reasoning.
true
a word's connotative meanings can be very different from its denotative meanings
true
age can affect how audience members respond to messsages
true
demographics can help speakers understand listeners' beliefs and willingness to receive messages
true
effective oral language usually uses words that are simpler, shorter, and less technically precise than those used in written language
true
multiple choice and true/false are both examples of fixed-response questions
true
speakers can learn about their audience through observation
true
stereotyping rests on the false assumption that all members of a group share the characteristics of a few group members
true
surveys allow speakers to analyze their audience before a presentation
true
when speakers use unbiased language, they enhance their credibility with their audience and help listeners focus on their message
true
in order to not have you video/speech available to the professor but not to everyone else on youtube, you should set your video visibility to which of the following
unlisted
to use language well speakers must do all of the following except
use language aggressively
When using computer technology for a group project, the group should do all of the following EXCEPT
use the group process to update particular group members' computer skills.
Language that grabs listeners' attention by appealing to the senses of sight, smell, touch, hearing, and taste is considered to be
vivid
When should you use in-text citations within your paper/outline?
whenever information has come from another source
during a presentation, which of the following behaviors would best characterize a nonlistener
worrying about an overdue assignment
