exemplary speaking
Arrangement of related words so that they are balanced, or of related sentences so that they have identical structures, are examples of this writing structure.
parallelism
Which of the following verbal structure is used?
parallelism
A critical listener:
pays close attention to the speech's accuracy and the implication of the speaker's message.
_____ is a figure of speech that attributes human characteristics to animals, objects, or concepts.
personification
A question that addresses whether something is true or not is a:
question of fact
What are three types of organizational patterns?
Chronological, Topical, and Spatial
What are the three main components of a speech?
Introduction, body, and conclusion
The logical outcome of an argument results from the major and minor premises and is called the:
conclusion
Informal, nonstandard vocabulary is called _____ and should be avoided in formal speeches.
slang
The most correct way to cite an Internet source is:
"According to the June 22, 1999 on-line version of the Chicago Sun Times, Dr. Herald, a doctor at ABC Hospital, says..."
Which of the following patterns of organization would be most suitable for speeches such as "The Events Leading to World War II," "The Development of Language in the Child," and "The Major Steps in Learning to Use a Computer?"
Chronological
Which of the following patterns of organization would be most suitable for speeches such as "The events leading to World War II," "the development of language in the child," and "the major steps in learning to use a computer"?
Chronological
Examples, surveys, and statistics are types of what?
Supporting Materials
When researching materials for your speech, you should:
Use a variety of resource materials to give a more balanced approach to your speech.
When giving a speech, speakers must cite sources by:
Using an oral footnote and citing the materials in the written representation of the speech
The speech format that is most likely to sound canned, robotic, and lack spontaneous emotion is:
a memorized speech
A speech whose message attempts to change or reinforce an audience's thoughts, feelings, or actions is:
a persuasive speech.
The following is the best example of an informative speech:
a teacher giving a classroom lecture.
The following is the best example of a persuasive speech:
all of these are persuasive speeches
The repetition of a particular sound in a sentence or phrase is referred to as a(n):
alliteration
Which of the following figures of speech is used?
alliteration
A phrase or sentence that cannot be understood literally is
an idiom
A speech that attempts to explain how things work must convince the audience of the usefulness and accuracy of the information. This kind of speech is:
an informative speech
A set of statements that allows you to develop your evidence to establish the validity of your claim is a(n):
argument
The predisposition to act for or against a person or position is referred to as which of the following?
attitude
A listener who needs to hear verbal explanations and descriptions in order to learn well.
auditory listener
A request that an audience engage in some clearly stated behavior is known as a _____, and is often located at the conclusion of the speech.
call to action
Local or regional expressions or dialect are known as _____, and can sometimes cause confusion when the audience does not come from the same home as the listener.
colloquialisms
A speech that makes it as simple as possible for the audience to process information is known as a(n):
considerate speech
Arguments against the speakers own point of view are:
counterarguments
An audience's perception of a speaker's competence and character is known as the speaker's _____.
credibility
Language that respectfully recognizes the differences among the many members of our society is known as:
culturally-inclusive language
A = B, B = C, therefore A = C.
deductive reasoning
What is a statement connecting one thought to another?
Transition
What is important to have between each main point in a speech?
Transitions
________ is the "use of someone else's ideas or words, without credit."
Plagiarism
In both classical and contemporary views of public speaking, primary attention is given to which of the following?
substance or content of the speech
What is the tone of your voice?
the way your message sounds
What would be a good number of main points in a speech?
3
To determine if you are using ethical tactics in your speech, your authors suggest you:
All of the answers
When do you cite your sources?
All of the answers
A ________ is a formal list of the sources used in your speech
All the answers
In the introduction of your speech you gain what from your audience?
Attention
Speaker credibility refers most closely to which of the following?
Believability
The ____ of a speech is its largest portion, in which the speaker places his or her arguments and ideas, substantiation and examples, and proofs and illustrations
Body
What is the written plan that uses symbols, margins, and content to reveal the order, importance, and substance of your speech?
Body
Which is the best for topic selection?
Brainstorming
A(n) __________ audience is an audience that has not chosen to hear a particular speaker or speech
Captive
Which one of the following is not an organizational pattern?
Comparison/Abstract Organization
In the introduction of a speech you need?
Credibility Statement
What one of the following is not a function of an introduction?
Establish your qualifications for speaking on the topic
When you want to illustrate your point by giving a specific instance of what you are discussing, you should use which of the following types of supporting materials:
Examples
What is the mode of delivery for a spontaneous, informative speech?
Extemporaneous
All of these are vocal aspects of delivery except?
Facial Expressions
Which of the following is NOT a type of support material?
Inferences
The degree to which the audience members have counterarguments ready to answer an attack on their beliefs, attitudes, and values is referred to as which of the following?
Inoculation
What three things may be used to support a main point in an outline?
Story, hard fact, testimony
Testimony, statistics, examples and what are all part of supporting material?
Narratives
Which of the following is used as support material?
Narratives
An ______ is a "written plan that uses symbols, margins, and content to reveal the order, importance, and substance of your speech."
Outline
What are the three steps to the writing process?
Prewriting, writing, post writing
Chose the answer that is most correct: When brainstorming, it's all about:
Quantity not Quality
Which one is not a vocal aspect of delivering a speech?
Range
Which of the following terms is used for the argument that what a person hears last is remembered best and has the greatest effect?
Recency
A preliminary organization of the outline of your speech which you use as your starting point to write your sentence outline from is called a __________ __________ outline.
Rough Draft
Most speeches should be prepared for which of the following audiences?
Specific
Which of these is NOT a good resource for an informative speech:
They are all good sources
In his famous "Liberty or Death" speech, Patrick Henry said: For my own part, I consider it as nothing less than a question of freedom or slavery; and in proportion to the magnitude of the subject ought to be the freedom of the debate. It is only in this way that we can hope to arrive at truth, and fulfill the great responsibility, which we hold to God and our country. Should I keep back my opinions at such a time, through fear of giving offense, I should consider myself as guilty of treason towards my country, and of an act of disloyalty toward the Majesty of Heaven, which I revere above all earthly kings.
This excerpt provides an example of Henry's attempt to do which of the following? Establish his credibility
Which of the following is a function of a conclusion?
To summarize the speaker's message
A speech divided into the three main divisions of animal, vegetable, and mineral would be best organized according to which of the following patterns?
Topical
The type of organizational pattern associated with categories is?
Topical
What is the most common organizational pattern for public speeches?
Topical
A(n) _____ substitutes an agreeable or inoffensive expression for one that may offend or suggest something unpleasant.
euphemism
A listener who needs to touch, explore, and participate in what is being described is a(n):
experiential listener
Language that recognize that both men and women are active participants in the world is:
gender-inclusive language
A figure of speech that uses exaggeration in order to emphasize is called:
hyperbole
Every FFA member in this room is wearing an FFA jacket. Therefore, all FFA members must have FFA jackets.
inductive reasoning
Emphasizing positive aspects in any speaking situation
is good business practice
A(n) _____ is a figure of speech that makes a comparison between two things by describing one thing as being something else.
metaphor
Which of the following figures of speech is used in this quote?
metaphor
The arrangement of words into patterns so that the sound of the words together enhances the meaning of a phrase is called:
rhythm
Which of the following figures of speech is used?
simile
_____ is a figure of speech that makes an explicit comparison of two things using the word like or as.
simile
A statement that summarizes the main point or points which you want to communicate to your audience is a(n):
thesis statement
An effective listener uses empathy, which means the listener
understands what the speaker has experienced
Extra words that pad sentences and claims, but do not add meaning to the speech are called:
verbal clutter
A listener who needs to see something in order to understand it is a(n):
visual listener