law 2 test

The introduction to a speech accomplishes 4 goals, What are they

-It gets the attention of the audience -It provides a clear link to your attention-getter to your speech topic or thesis statement -It gives your specific statement (what is this going to be about) - It presents a preview of the major areas that will be discussed

What is the difference between assertive and nonassertive tone:

An assertive tone is direct yet tactful and can be used in both social and professional settings. A nonassertive tone shows a lack of energy and can be inappropriate at work

When someone uses good people skills, they do what?

Find out what people like, dislike, and what upsets them, makes them uncomfortable

The key elements of a good handshake are

Handshake: Friendly eye contact extend hand Offer firm by relaxed grip good contact say the person's name casual, first name; last name, professional

Why is it important to synthesize or condense the research information you have accumulated?

May not have enough time to present it all. Choose most important points

How should index cards be organized and display your information supporting the speech, meeting, or other group activity

One item/ issue per card. Don't overload the card with information. Large print is easy to read. Don't have too many cards.

What are online data bases and gives some examples:

Online internet sources that may have information about your subject or issue Examples: twitter, Facebook, google, youtube, IrE resources center, corp webs, general research, table of index and contents

Name 2 other sources of information that were discussed in the textbook

Periodicals: also have indexes Other sources: Almanacs, Atlases, biographies, encyclopedia, quotations, collections, government pubs, others

What is the difference between social and professional communication

Social communication is communication in your personal and community life, while professional communication is on the job or related to your career

What is a town hall meeting

a discussion where people get together to share their problems and issues of a group

What is a symposium?

a formal discussion with presenters giving opposing views

When your tone of voice is pushy, brash, and not an appropriate interpersonal communication form, this is known as what type of tone?

aggressive tone

Examples of 5 ways to start your introduction include

ask questions make references make a startling statement Giving a question telling a story

Why is it important for an interviewee to be on time

bc it shows respect, responsibility, dependability, trustworthiness

when participating in a meeting, the participant should do the following when contributing to the discussion

clear and simple, encourage responses, be interesting, offer reasons for what you say, think before speaking

In a group discussion, having respect for each other, sharing values, and looking to eachother for support, is the definition of

cohesion

When researching a topic or subject, it is important to critically analyze the source of information. Areas to evaluate include

credentials of who wrote it, look at other sources that support the viewpoint (but give examples on climate change) Book reviews call it reliable multiple sources use it

True or false: Receiving Criticism, Not important that you maintain composure, allow others to finish thoughts, don't interrupt, be a good listener, ask questions, thank them for their thought

false

The steps to take in a group problem solving includes

find problem establish criteria for workable solution analyzing problem suggest possible solutions evaluate each solution and find the best one suggest ways to fest and carry out solutions

What is a panel discussion

in front of an audience, informal discussion

What supplies should you bring to an interview

pad and pen, (2) pencils and a tape recorder

When using a library, what are 3 sources of help you can find there ?

reference desk, libraniane, libaray sysstem

In a job interview, what is the goal of a interviewee

show your confidence, enthusiasm, and dependability. Be prepared with examples that highlight this

What is the best place to do the interview

somewhere comfortable and quiet

To be diplomatic; try to say what best fits the occasion, is the definition of:

tactful

When preparing for an interview, the first step is to

to select a subject and know what you are talking about

Is it true or false: Giving Criticism, when offered, use to build up not tear down. If angry, cool off first.

true

True or false: an important part of any well-run meeting is to have an agenda of what will be covered in the meeting in order to keep everyone on task

true

After you select your subject, you should do what to prepare for the interview?

visualization, to be prepared, have noted, rehearse their convo, have questions to ask, research abt the person