Comprehensive Exam - Public Speaking - Chapter 15
Of all the types of speeches we are most likely to have to give during our lives, many of them will fall into the: A. Introduction category B. Special occasion category C. Persuasive category D. Informative category
B. Special occasion category
A speech given by the recipient of a prize or honor is called a: A. Speech of introduction B. Speech of acceptance C. Speech of presentation D. Speech of dedication
B. Speech of acceptance
If a politician gets caught doing something unethical, he/she may want to consider giving a: A. Speech of dedication B. Speech of apology C. Speech of regret D. Speech of farewell
B. Speech of apology
Which component is NOT one of the three typical components of a speech of acceptance: A. Thank the givers of the award or honor B. Thank those who helped you achieve your goal C. Explain why you deserve the award D. Put the award or honor into perspective
C. Explain why you deserve the award
A roast is a: A. Speech designed to congratulate, appreciate, or remember B. Mini speech given by the host of a ceremony C. Humorous speech that jokingly insults a person being honored D. None of the above
C. Humorous speech that jokingly insults a person being honored
Motivational speeches utilizes: A. Fear B. Sadness C. Joy D. All of the above
D. All of the above
Sometimes a veteran will give a speech after returning home from war. This speech might be a: A. Hero speech B. Survivor speech C. Motivational speech D. All of the above
D. All of the above
A simple system to use for eulogies is the: A. Speech of farewell format B. Religious speech format C. Survivor speech format D. Praise-lament-console format
D. Praise-lament-console format
Different speech situations have their own conventions and rules with regard to: A. Time B. Grammar C. Eye Contact D. Pacing E. A & D
E. A & D
All special occasion speeches should be extremely brief. True or False
False
It's important for an introductory speaker to spend the first 10 minutes of their speech introducing themselves. True or False
False
Remember that being a competent speaker is NOT about being socially appropriate. True or False
False
The goal of a special occasion speech is ultimately to stir an audience's emotions and make them feel a certain way in response to the situation or occasion. True or False
True
When a new hospital wing is opening, often times it includes a speech of dedication. True or False
True
When preparing a speech of dedication, start by explaining how you are involved in the dedication and/or who is being honored in the dedication. True or False
True
When preparing a speech of presentation, it's always important to ask how long the speech should be. True or False
True
When giving a speech of acceptance, it is important to: A. Give credit to those who helped you achieve it B. Avoid humor C. Explain why it is deserved D. None of the above
A. Give credit to those who helped you achieve it
A Eulogy is defined as a poem or song of mourning. True or False
False
A humorous speech that makes a serious point can be called an after-dinner speech. True or False
True
A special occasion speech can be heard at weddings, award banquettes, funerals, and retirement parties. True or False
True
A speech of commencement is designed to recognize a celebrate the achievements of a graduating class. True or False
True
A speech of introduction is a mini-speech given by the host of a ceremony that introduces another speaker and their speech. True or False
True
Conveying proper emotion for the situation is important for a special occasion speech. True or False
True
It is important to focus your attention toward the people being toasted, both by physically looking at them and by keeping your message about them. True or False
True
