Chapter 1- Becoming a Public Speaker (Quiz)

Jayden is performing audience analysis for a speech he will deliver at a college administration dinner next month. What demographic characteristic should he consider?

The age range of the audience members.

Where would Aristotle have discussed Athenian politics and persuaded the community to join him to work for the greater good?

The agora

Azura is preparing a persuasive speech about capital punishment. Which of the following is most likely the specific purpose of her speech?

To convince the audience to support revoking capital punishment in our state.

Why is it important to perform audience analysis?

To ensure that the speech you create relates meaningfully to the audience.

Chita is preparing the outline for her speech, and has just written her first coordinate point. Where should she place her first subordinate point?

Below and to the right of the first coordinate point.

In which part of your speech should you present supporting materials?

Body

Hannah is preparing a speech for her public speaking class. What should she do first when delivering her speech?

Catch the audience's attention.

Dr. Irving is planning on discussing the evolution of sports in class tomorrow. He researches the rankings of local sports teams in order to provide relatable examples for his students. Which of the following does Dr. Irving appear to be considering while planning out his lecture?

Context.

Ms. Bryers is going to speak to a nonprofit organization about how they can expand their fund-raising opportunities. The nonprofit organization has members attending from around the globe and each audience member has different beliefs as to their role in their local community. Given this, which of the following must Ms. Bryers pay special attention to?

Culture.

The following illustrates the successful use of public speaking in everyday life.

Erin is applying for an internship at a public relations firm and interviews with a group of committee members from the firm.

According to employers surveyed at Hart Research Associates, which of the following exemplified what employers value most in their employees?

Harold enjoys making presentations during company meetings to educate his colleagues on new products.

This does NOT illustrate the use of public speaking skills in other college courses___

Nichole is studying electrical engineering and must develop a project proposal which she'll hand in directly to her professor. Because she hands it in in paper form instead of engaging in public speaking.

Scott is preparing a persuasive speech encouraging his audience to support closing an old paint factory because it is polluting the local river. Which of the following would be the best presentation aid for his speech?

Photographs of chemicals from the factory leaking into the river.

Carmella is preparing an informative speech on how penguins can survive in the extreme cold of Antarctica. What should she do in the conclusion of her speech?

Reiterate that penguins can live comfortably in Antarctica.

Erin is applying for an internship at a public relations firm and interviews with a group of committee members from the firm.

Research expert sources on how to plan an affordable party.

The practice of giving speeches is originally known as___

Rhetoric