Ch. 11 Wording the Speech

Which of the following describes the best use of hyperbole in a speech?

Hyperbole should be used to communicate a point more vividly to the audience.

Why should onomatopoeia be used sparingly in speeches?

Onomatopoeia can be jarring to the audience.

Which of the following is an example of repetition in speech?

"Whatever the cost may be, we shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets."

Which of the following words means difficult to understand?

Abstract

Which of the following is a factor to consider when crafting your speech?

All of these answers: Think about your overall goals and the purpose of your speech. Consider the context of your speech: audience and venue. Be concise in your word choice and make sure every word has a purpose.

Which of the following is a useful element to consider when developing your voice?

All of these answers: What is the occasion, venue, and formality of your speech? Who will be present at your speech? What makes you the subject matter expert?

The repetition of consonants at the beginning of two or more words immediately succeeding each other or at short intervals is the definition of which of the following words?

Alliteration

What is the main purpose of alliteration in public speaking?

Alliteration adds textural complexity to a speech to make words sound more engaging to listeners.

Which of the following is a good primary source?

An interview you conduct

Which of the following examples best illustrates antithesis?

Cold is the antithesis of heat

Groucho Marx once said, "A hospital bed is a parked taxi with the meter running." Which of the following is the vehicle of this metaphor?

Taxi

Which of the following is a quality of a literate society?

They use complex grammar to communicate ideas.

When you speak as another person you are using

personification.

Orality can be best described as

thought and verbal expression in societies where the technologies of literacy are unfamiliar.

The most important element of your speech preparation is the words you choose to say in your speech. This statement is

true. With a carefully worded speech, you have the highest likelihood of reaching your audience.