Chapter7: Integrating Support

True or False: Analogies are similar to definitions but distinguish themselves through components of comparison and contrast.

True

True or False: If your speech is controversial, expert testimony can be especially helpful.

True

True or False: Visual aids should not be avoided when reporting statistics.

True

Which of the following is an inappropriate way to define a word? a.Guess based on the way the word sounds. b.Incorporate your own interpretation. c.Consult a dictionary. d.Ask a person who specializes in your topic.

a.Guess based on the way the word sounds.

Which of the following statements is true of speech examples? a.Narrative examples are more drawn out than short examples. b.Short examples are usually speculative in nature. c.Only one type of example should be used in a speech. d.The more fantastic the hypothetical example the better.

a.Narrative examples are more drawn out than short examples.

A narrative can also be described as which of the following? a.a study in support of your speech topic b.a personal joke c.an interview with an expert d.a list of statistics

a.a study in support of your speech topic

You will be giving a speech on budgeting. Which of the following is an inappropriate source of support for your topic? a.A hypothetical example of overspending and bankruptcy. b.A clip from a sitcom that deals with money issues using humor. c.Information from an accountant. d.Tips from your friend who saved enough money to travel the world.

b.A clip from a sitcom that deals with money issues using humor.

______ testimony comes from people who are not necessarily recognized authorities. a.Ordinary b.Lay c.Personal d.Expert

b.Lay

Mean, median, and mode are examples of ______. a.facts b.statistics c.testimony d.examples

b.statistics

Which of the following best characterizes a description? a.a picture portraying the subject matter b.a narrative c.an explanation d.a depiction of the subject matter

c.an explanation

If a word is especially technical in nature, you should use a/an ______. a.statistic b.example c.definition d.narrative

c.definition

Hypothetical examples are examples of things that ______. a.are not likely to occur b.have occurred recently c.have not actually occurred d.the audience has personally experienced

c.have not actually occurred

Which of the following statements best embodies an explanation? a.Stress is a type of tension that can really take its toll on the human body. I remember feeling stressed about a job several years ago. I had so much on my plate that I was skipping meals and staying up all night in order to catch up on work. My feet were sore all of the time because I was always on the move. b.Italy is so culturally rich that everyone should experience it at least once in his or her lifetime. The food is so savory and aromatic; you can smell fresh baked bread on every cobblestone street you walk down. c.People often underestimate the power of positive thinking. While I was in graduate school, I started every morning by giving myself a pep talk and smiling in the mirror. Then, I would eat a big and healthy breakfast and find a short motivational story to read online. When I got dressed for school, I also chose outfits that were bright and colorful. d.Dreams usually occur in the fifth stage of your sleep. This is well after you doze off and drift into unconsciousness. Your body may be turned off, but your mind is certainly still active. At this stage, you are in a deep sleep known as REM. This is where dreaming takes place.

d.Dreams usually occur in the fifth stage of your sleep. This is well after you doze off and drift into unconsciousness. Your body may be turned off, but your mind is certainly still active. At this stage, you are in a deep sleep known as REM. This is where dreaming takes place.

Which of the following statements is illustrative of a hypothetical example? a.More than 20% of the student population identifies as a first-generation college student. b.Hurricane Katrina was one of the most devastating experiences of my life. c.The world's rainforest population will be cut in half nearly 50 years from now. d.Suppose the United States enters another war.

d.Suppose the United States enters another war.

Which of the following best characterizes an explanation? a.audience understanding b.a description c.a picture portraying the subject matter d.a clarification of a subject matter

d.a clarification of a subject matter

"High school can sometimes feel like a beauty competition," is an example of which of the following? a.a narrative example b.a testimony c.a definition d.an analogy

d.an analogy

You are to give a persuasive speech to a group of students on the topic of studying abroad. As part of your discussion, you would like to include a story of your first traveling experience and how much it changed your life. You plan on including vivid descriptions of the local cuisine you tried and the historical landmarks you visited. You may even include a picture or two in your presentation. Which of the following best exemplifies the support you plan on integrating into your speech? a.analogy b.short example c.hypothetical example d.narrative example

d.narrative example

Which of the following statements best describes why it is important to assess your examples? a.to make your speech easier b.to challenge your listeners c.to evaluate if they are appropriate for your personality d.to evaluate if they are appropriate for your topic

d.to evaluate if they are appropriate for your topic

True or False: An explanation is another word for a description.

False

True or False: When citing a book, the only information you need to share is the title and author.

False