Public Speaking Final Exam

Which type of graph would be best for displaying information about how the faculty of a university has grown over time?

A line graph

Process speeches or speeches which feature steps that follow one another in a logical sequence use which pattern?

Chronological

Which form of delivery is most common?

Extemporaneous

A content outline is like a script because it contains every word you intend to say. ​

False

Although we look for emotional and psychological reasons to support our decisions, in the end, our subjective reasons are never as influential as our logical ones.

False

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

Euphemisms are words, often with negative connotations, that speakers such as politicians use to demean other persons or groups. ​

False

Handouts should replicate your message rather than supplementing the message. ​

False

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

False

In Maslow's Hierarchy, security and safety needs need to be satisfied before one can move to other needs. ​

False

In a multilingual situation, the burden is on the speaker to make herself understood; the listener does not share the burden of understanding. ​

False

It is best to maintain eye contact with one engaged individual in the center of the room to make the presentation feel more conversational. ​

False

Languages remain fairly stable and unchanging over long periods of time.

False

Maggie thinks she can do her speech in sweatpants because it is a classroom speech and how you dress doesn't really matter much.

False

Note cards have many advantages over a speaking outline, so you should use speaking notes whenever possible. ​

False

Process speeches typically use a topical organization.​

False

Research indicates that the more text is included in a visual aid, the better the audience will retain the information they learn from a speech. ​

False

Signposts are brief in-speech summaries that foretell the subpoints you will develop under a major point.

False

The confident speaking style is characterized by a calm, slow, soft, and less intense manner. ​

False

The connotative meaning of a word is what the word names or identifies.

False

The first task in your introduction is to establish your credibility to speak on the topic.

False

The most common organizational pattern is the chronological pattern. ​

False

The patterns of organization presented in the textbook are found in all of the world's cultures. ​

False

There is usually only one pattern of organization that will work for each topic. ​

False

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

False

We should avoid ambiguous words in formal speeches.

False

When organizing your speech, you should start with the introduction and work straight through to the conclusion.​

False

You should highlight information you want to emphasize on your content outline, and refer to it as you speak.

False

You won't need to practice your speech if you create effective speaking notes. ​

False

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

False

A good introduction answers all these listener questions EXCEPT

How long will this take?

How would a speech about the life of the president BEST be organized?

It depends on your purpose and supporting materials​.

Aristotle discussed which three important vocal variations?

Rate, pitch, and volume.

Part of successful delivery includes coordinating your physical appearance, clothing, and accessories. Which of the following statements best describes accessories?

They are objects you add to your clothing such as eyeglasses, jewelry, hats, and scarves. They are also the things you carry such as briefcases or folders.

A good general rule about using visuals is to have a plan B in case something goes wrong. ​

True

A skeleton in an anatomy and physiology class is a three-dimensional visual aid.​

True

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

True

Beginning with an example is a good strategy to gain an audience's attention.

True

By carefully selecting short video segments, you can clarify your ideas dramatically and memorably. ​

True

Content outlines should include a heading that identifies your purpose and central idea. ​

True

Delivery is the way you perform your speech. ​

True

Demonstration speeches almost always need visual support. ​

True

Different cultures have different standards for good delivery. ​

True

During a speech, it is important to show a friendly attitude toward your audience.​

True

Each type of presentation technology has advantages as well as disadvantages. ​

True

Having a speaking outline prepared can help a presenter maintain eye contact with the audience while feeling secure that she can glance at her notes if she loses her train of thought.

True

In the United States, eye contact communicates friendliness, honesty, and approachability. ​

True

Interactive whiteboards can link to document cameras or computers with markup software, so that you can overwrite material and save your markups. ​

True

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

True

Manuscript delivery is especially useful in formal situations. ​

True

Posture is an important element of delivery. ​

True

Reasoning by metaphor compares two things that are generally different but share a recognizable similarity.

True

Return to your thesis statement to decide on your main points and how to cover them.

True

Ruth says "er" and "um" a lot during her speech. The technical term for these is vocalized pause. ​

True

Saying that someone is "just a secretary" is an example of dismissive language.​

True

The chronological pattern is especially good for organizing speeches on historical topics. ​

True

Topics considered appropriate for public debate vary across cultures. ​

True

Used correctly, visual aids can help your audience to understand your topic. ​

True

Using alliterated main points is an effective way to help listeners remember the major ideas of a speech. ​

True

Using concrete language helps you create a more vivid image for the audience. ​

True

Your speaking outline should contain key words rather than full sentences. ​

True

Which outlining principle involves using a consistent pattern that varies between numbers and letters? ​

alternation

The word "present" is _________ because it has many meanings.

ambiguous

Jessica says pahking for parking. This is a difference in _________

articulation

The first part of your speech you should plan is the ________​

body

Chalkboards are especially good for ________

brainstorming sessions.

Making one point (e.g. causes of a phenomenon) about equally weighted with the second point (effects of that phenomenon) is an example of which principle?

coordination

Snake as a long, limbless reptile is a _________ meaning; snake as a deceitful person is a _________ meaning.

denotative; connotative

A demagogue is a polarizing speaker who rely on __________________________

ethos and pathos more than on logos.

The word thick is a(n) ________ for overweight.​

euphemism

​ Which option below is a feature of powerless language?

hedges

Tonya, who on the spur of the moment tells an amusing story at a farewell dinner, is using ________ delivery.​

impromptu

When Carlos, an engineer, attended a meeting of physicians, he could barely understand them because of their specialized vocabulary, also known as ________

jargon

A speech pattern which provides a clear speech structure but in a less linear form is __________

organic pattern

Putting yourself in the speaker's shoes and trying to imagine what it would be like to give a speech in a foreign language to native speakers in that language is called _________

perspective taking.

What is one advantage to using inclusive language?​

​All of these are correct.

When you create your content outline, what should you do first?​

​Identify your organizational pattern and major ideas.

Which option is an example of a signpost?​

​In addition,...

Which statement below gives good advice about eye contact during delivery of a speech?​

​Make eye contact with various people in each segment of the room.

​ Which option below is an example of a transition?

​Now that we've examined...

All of these suggestions about clothing are good to keep in mind EXCEPT:

​Select more casual clothing than normal so that you feel comfortable as you speak.

What do speaking notes and speaking outlines have in common?​

​They both are used while a presenter is delivering a speech.

Which is NOT a tip for organizing the main points of a speech?​

​Try to include at least six main points.

Which is NOT a suggestion for using visual aids successfully?​

​Use as many visual aids as possible.

Which question is NOT important to ask yourself when making an audiovisual aid plan?​

​What will look cool?

Which is NOT a characteristic of a speaking outline?​

​Write major points in complete sentences.

The artistic proof known as pathos is primarily concerned with ________​

​appealing to the emotions of the audience.

Alternative outlines ________​

​are carefully prepared.

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

​ask a rhetorical question

Gestures should be used to ________ your ideas.

​emphasize

A major challenge with manuscript delivery is ________​

​engaging the audience.

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.

Which logical fallacy involves stating an issue as an either-or-choice, overlooking other reasonable possibilities?​

​false dichotomy

Which is NOT part of the introduction?​

​information from your research that explains your main points

Content outlines should have all these elements EXCEPT ________​

​major ideas expressed in key words.

The least effective way to display a photograph is ________​

​passing it around among audience members.

Which option is NOT an essential part of an outline's heading?​

​the speaker's name

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

​to present an opposing point of view

Which gesture is a nervous gesture that should be avoided?

​twirling a pen