COM CHPT 13 PRACTICE
When there are technological problems in presenting an online presentation, the speaker should
- offer to give the presentation at a different time - offer to present the speech in a different format
unlike a traditional speech, a speech presented in an online environment has which of the following challenges?
- online speakers are less likely to be able to gauge an audience response - online speeches lack direct eye contact -Online speakers are less able to determine if the audience is engaging with external distractions.
When deciding how loud to speak, you should consider which of the following?
- the acoustics of the room - whether you will have a microphone - the size of the audience
Which of the following is the primary danger of answering questions during an online speech rather than after the speech?
It can throw a speech off track
whats the characteristic of an impromptu speech?
It is delivered with little to no prep time
elaine is listening to a speech on endangered salmon habitat. she pays close attention to what the speaker is saying but disagrees with some of his points. after the speech audience members are asked to speak if they have comments or questions. elaine raises her hand. what type of speech will she make?
impromptu speech
what is a characteristic of an impromptu speech?
it is delivered with little or no preparation time (a typical impromptu speech is one in which you respond to a previous speaker at a meeting)
in which of the following ways does conversational quality enhance an extemporaneous speech?
it makes the speech sound spontaneous, which is appealing to the audience
gestures, facial expressions, body movement, and posture are all included in the area of study called
kinesics
The type of vocal variation that gives the speaker vitality and helps indicate meaning and emotion is referred to as
pitch
the type of vocal variation that gives a speaker vitality and helps indicate meaning and emotion is referred to as
pitch
which of the following is not one of the four methods of speech delivery?
playing a recording
in addition to practicing the materials, speakers preparing for an online environment must
practice with the equipment
a manuscript delivery of a speech would be most appropriate in which of the following situations?
a governor's address to the legislature
In which situation is a speech most likely to be memorized?
a toast to a new couple
while listening to Garth give his speech, some audience members where unsure whether he said "share" or "chair". What area of delivery does Garth need to work on?
articulation
when a speaker does not produce the sounds of the letters properly, the problem is_________. when a speaker does not say a word properly, this is a different problem, known as_________.
articulation; mispronunciation
When delivering a speech, speakers must remember to
concentrate on communicating with the audience
when delivering a speech from memory, speakers must remember to..
concentrate on communicating with the audience
the amount and form of eye contact considered appropriate in everyday conversation is the same, regardless of culture
false
which of the following is most likely to detract from a speaker's credibility and may create negative perceptions about the speaker's intelligence?
vocalized pauses
Which of the following are recommended methods to help you prepare for question-and- answer sessions?
- Asks friends and colleagues to critique your speech and ask you questions - Be ready to explain the more technical aspects of your speech - Rehearse possible answers ahead of time
drew showed up for his classroom speech with his normal torn jeans and a sweatshirt with the word "crazy" written across the front in giant letters. if this was not a costume illustrating his topic, which of the following statements best describes drew's situation?
-he should not have worn torn jeans -he should have chosen a different shirt
the advantages of extemporaneous speaking includes which of the following?
-it is more precise than impromptu speaking(impromptu speeches are delivered w/ no prep) -it is more flexible than reading from a manuscript -it encourages the speaker to adopt a conversational tone
Which of the following are tips for creating good nonverbal online communication?
-look at the camera -use gestures that are controlled -make sure your eyes do not dart back and forth
which of the following are recommended methods of preparing for a manuscript presentation?
-practice aloud numerous times -make sure the manuscript is easy to read
concerning gestures, speaker need to
-refrain from playing with rings -avoid wringing their hands together
When presenting an online speech, it is important to remember
that gestures and expressions are more noticeable
when preparing an online speech, you must realize that
the environment will change many aspects of the presentation
may ellen is from a small town in georgia. she is attending college in the state of oregon, and most of her classmates are from the pacific northwest. how would her classmates most likely react if may ellen's speech makes heavy use of her dialect?
they would make negative judgements about her intelligence and competence
which of the following statements are true about the rate at which a person delivers a speech?
- It varies with the occasion -It depends on the mood the speaker is trying to create.
Which of the following are advantages of good eye contact?
- It will help a speaker engage an audience - It will increase speakers crediblity
which of the following are tips for creating good nonverbal online communication?
- Look at the camera - Use gestures that are controlled - Make sure your eyes don't dart back and forth
When speakers reach the end of their presentations, they should remember to so which of the following?
- Remain cool and collected until they return to their seats - Maintain eye contact for several seconds after they are done speaking
Which of the following are reasonable options when you do NOT know the answer to a question when handling a question-and-answer period?
-Allow a more qualified person from the audience to respond. - Offer to find the answer later - Admit that you do not know the answer
Which of the following are methods of speech delivery?
-Extemporaneous -From a manuscript -From memory - Impromptu
Concerning gestures, speakers need to
-avoid playing with rings - avoid wringing their hands together
speakers can help ensure proper pronunciation by doing which of the following?
-consulting a dictionary for any words about which they are unsure -practicing in front of friends who can give gentle correction
which of the following are true of delivery in extemporaneous speeches? remember that extemporaneous speeches are not the same as impromptu speeches, even if popular usage sometimes uses " extemporaneous to mean "without preparation."
-extemporaneous speeches have slightly different wording each time they're delivered -extemporaneous speeches rely on brief notes or a speaking outline -extemporaneous speaking encourages a conversational qulaity
while presenting a speech on auto repairs, jeff switches between staring at his visual aids and looking at the spot in the middle of his audience. how should he have been looking at his audience?
-he should have attempted to make eye contact with as many people as possible -he should have looked at more than one spot in the audience
which of the following are articulation problems?
-saying didja instead of did you -saying going' instead of going
which steps should an impromptu speaker take when responding to another speaker?
-state the point you wish to make -summarize your point -state the point you answering -support your point with appropriate evidence
before beginning a presentation, a speaker should do which of the following?
-take time to get set -appear calm -stand quietly while waiting for the audience's attention
how can pauses contribute to effective speech delivery?
-they can give time for an idea to sink in -they can signal the end of a thought -they can make a statement more dramatic
if a speaker sees listening leaning forward with strained looks on their faces, the speaker's first reaction should be to increase which aspect of his or her voice?
volume
rank from first to last the recommended steps for improving delivery, putting the first at the top
1) review your full-sentence preparation outline aloud and revise as needed 2) create a key word speaking outline 3)practice the speech aloud several times using only the key word speaking outline 4)polish and refine delivery in front of a mirror 5) do a dress rehearsal that attempts to replicate the speaking situation
