public speaking chapter 10

If you plan your introduction and speech body carefully, the conclusion is not so important, because you've already demonstrated your credibility.

False

The first part of an introduction is establishing your credibility to speak on the topic. ​

False

Using words like next or additionally signals the speaker you are coming to the end of your speech. ​

False

In her introduction to her speech about the prescription drug Ritalin, Maryssa tells her audience that she has a brother on Ritalin. She is ________​

establishing personal credibility.

​"When was the last time you slept at least eight hours at a stretch? Jose? Marylin?" is an example of a rhetorical question.

false

Which is NOT part of the introduction?​

information from your research that explains your main points

​A good introduction answers all these listener questions EXCEPT ______

​How long will this take?

An especially good way to invite the audience to respond internally to your topic is to ________​

​ask a rhetorical question

Which of these statements does NOT describe a function of the conclusion?​

​to present an opposing point of view

Connecting a topic to a larger social issue is a good way to preview the topic.​

False

Ending a speech with "that's it" is enough to provide psychological closure for your audience.​

False

Beginning with a current event is a good way to establish common ground with an audience. ​

True

It's important in the introduction to link the topic to your listeners' lives and interests. ​

True

Vivid descriptions engage listeners in your speech. ​

True