Comm Uconn 1100 Quizzes
"Two local restaurants have seen an increase in business since the football stadium was built, so all restaurants have benefited" is an example of the ________ fallacy. Answers: A. hasty generalization B. false dilemma C. red herring D. slippery slope
A
A ________ is a presentation in which each member of a group presents a speech about a part of a larger topic. Answers: A. symposium B. forum C. round table discussion D. panel discussion
A
According to our textbook, ________ is not one of the main parts of a speech Answers: A. summary B. conclusion C. introduction D. body
A
According to our textbook, __________ will help make researching your topic a more productive experience. Answers: A. All of these answers are correct. B. scheduling research time C. keeping accurate records D. starting early
A
According to our textbook, one of the advantages of digital slides is that they ________. Answers: A. blend text, images, video, and sound B. document audience feedback C. set the mood and trigger imagination D. evoke emotions in the audience
A
According to our textbook, the most versatile and dynamic multimedia tool for most public speaking purposes is ________. Answers: A. presentation software B. a document camera C. sound recordings D. video clips
A
According to our textbook, the outline of a speech should have ________. Answers: A. main points that are about equal in importance B. different fonts for each section of the outline C. an even number of transitions D. an introduction and conclusion of equal length
A
According to our textbook, which of the following is a true statement about how many main points you should include in in your speech? Answers: A. Both of these answers are correct. B. The number will depend on how much information you must cover to achieve your specific purpose. C. Neither of these answers are correct. D. The number will depend on how much time you have to present your speech.
A
According to our textbook, which of the following is not a type of presentation aid? Answers: A. Speech outline B. All of these are considered presentation aids. C. Graphs D. Charts E. Audio
A
According to our textbook, which of the following is not a type of question addressed by speeches of persuasion? Answers: A. A question of power B. A question of fact C. A question of value D. A question of policy
A
If an informative speakers wants to highlight locations or areas in a particular place, then the ________ pattern of organization would be the most effective. Answers: A. spatial B. chronological C. cause-and-effect D. narrative
A
Tag questions and hedges are usually associated with ________. Answers: A. All of these answers are correct. B. uncertainty C. powerless language D. a speaker's self-doubt
A
The ________ elaborate(s) on the ideas that were mentioned in the thesis. Answers: A. main points B. topic C. general purpose D. specific purpose
A
The question-and-answer session following a group's formal presentation is called a _______. Answers: A. forum B. round table discussion C. symposium D. panel discussion
A
"Does watching too much television reduce an individual's IQ?" This is an example of a question of ________. Answers: A. attitude B. fact C. value D. policy
B
"We either raise student tuition or we fire teachers" is an example of the ________ fallacy. Answers: A. slippery slope B. false dilemma C. hasty generalization D. red herring
B
According to our textbook, an effective speech of introduction should ________. Answers: A. keep the speaker's topic a mystery B. connect with the audience and the event C. speak for no more than one minute D. present a complete biography of the speaker
B
After rehearsing his informative speech several times the night before and discovering that his speech is too long, Matt decides to remove all of the citations from his speech when delivering it the next day. In all likelihood, Matt has committed _________. Answers: A. information overload B. plagiarism C. None of these answers are correct. D. ethnocentrism E. slander
B
Incorporating a video clip into your speech could ________. Answers: A. disturb the relationship between speaker and audience B. All of these answers are correct. C. improve the audience's recall of your speech D. elicit an emotional response from the audience
B
A brief reference to a source during a speech is called________________. Answers: A. bibliographic information B. a complete citation C. an oral citation D. None of these answers are correct. E. copyright information
C
A(n) ________ audience is unfamiliar with your topic and has no opinion about it. Answers: A. negative B. apathetic C. uninformed D. hostile
C
According to our textbook, all of the following are general guidelines for visual design in presentation media, except ________. Answers: A. Use large lettering. B. Emphasize only key ideas. C. Don't use close-up photographs. D. Combine variety with coherence.
C
According to our textbook, all of the following are strategies for effective delivery, except ___________. Answers: speak loudly enough dress for the occasion use vocalized pauses face your audience and make eye contact with everyone
C
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s "I Have a Dream" speech repeats the phrase "I have a dream..." This repetition is an example of which kind of language device? Answers: A. Metaphor B. Alliteration C. Parallelism D. Simile
C
The ________ meaning of "juvenile" is negative and typically is used to suggest that someone is immature or childish. Answers: A. official B. literal C. connotative D. denotative
C
When used in an informative speech, the ________ pattern of organization helps the speaker explain how someone or something has developed over time. Answers: A. cause-and-effect B. spatial C. chronological D. narrative
C
Which of the following is a primary source of information about Dr. Tracy Adams' research? Answers: A. An article in Newsweek magazine. B. A chapter in a book examining great researchers. C. A journal article written by Dr. Adams about her research. D. A story on CNN about Dr. Adams. E. All of these answers are correct.
C
"Americans are quickly becoming the most obese people in the world" is an example of which element of an argument? Answers: A. Evidence B. Reasoning C. Qualifier D. Claim
D
"The Allure of Old Baseball Fields: Wrigley Field" is an example of an informative speech about _________. Answers: A. processes B. people and other living creatures C. events D. objects and places
D
A ________ is a copy of an object, usually built to scale, that is especially useful for describing and explaining scientific topics that involve a physical structure. Answers: A. document camera B. handout C. flip chart D. model
D
A question of ________ asks for a subjective evaluation of something's worth, significance, quality, or condition. Answers: A. attitude B. fact C. policy D. value
D
A speaker who discusses how listeners can avoid becoming victims of identity theft is appealing to audience members' ________ needs. Answers: A. physiological B. esteem C. belonging D. safety
D
A(n) ________ indicates the strength of a claim. Answers: A. enthymeme B. assertion C. argument D. qualifier
D
According to our textbook, when giving a toast you should ________. Answers: A. finish up with something encouraging or inspiring B. keep your remarks short and upbeat C. stand D. All of these answers are correct. E. mention the occasion for which the person is being toasted
D
According to our textbook, you should ________ before using any files that you have downloaded from the Internet. Answers: A. All of these answers are correct. B. conduct research interviews C. edit the files D. read the copyright information E. None of these answers are correct.
D
Jennifer finds a statistic on a friend's blog; later on during her research, she finds a slightly different statistic about the same topic in a published document from the US Census Bureau. Jennifer chooses to use the statistic from the US Census Bureau. What concept was she considering when she evaluated this information? Answers: A. Decency B. Validity C. Currency D. Reliability
D
Managing your voice during your speech is an important aspect of delivery. According to our textbook, when it comes to managing your voice, each of the following factors are essential for effective public speaking, except _______. Answers: variations in vocal qualities minimal pauses good voice volume speaking in a dialect None of these answers are correct.
D
Megan wants to make sure she says exactly the right words in her speech. She needs to give exact information and it is vital she gets every detail correct. Given this, which of the following choices is the best method of delivery for her? Extemporaneous Answers: A. None of these answers are correct. B. Improvisation C. Impromptu D. Manuscript E. Extemporaneous
D
Michelle's persuasive speech on the causes of autism is most likely addressing a question of ________. Answers: A. value B. evidence C. policy D. fact
D
Mike is preparing a eulogy for his grandfather and he wants to be sure that his speech is appropriate. According to our textbook, an effective tribute or eulogy should ________. Answers: A. avoid emotion B. be mildly entertaining C. rely on a scripted delivery D. provide inspiration
D
When persuasive speakers use facts and statistics, they are using ________ to influence the audience. Answers: A. mythos B. ethos C. pathos D. logos
D
________ are structures for ordering the main points of your speech that help audience members understand the relationships among your ideas. Answers: A. Patterns of coherence B. Sequential patterns C. Complete-sentence outlines D. Patterns of organization
D
True or False: Special occasion speeches are always given after the audience has had dinner. Answers: True False
False
True or False: Arguments include two types of claims: premises and conclusions. Answers: True False
True
Transitions play an important role in creating ________ in your speech. Answers: A. coherence B. None of these answers are correct. C. balance D. relevance
A
According to our textbook, ethical communication refers to ___________. Answers: A. the religious aspects of communication B. the moral aspects of speaking and listening C. the ethnic background of the communicators D. the way in which different cultures communicate
B
According to our textbook, the effective use of volume, pitch, and rate demonstrates the concept best known as ________. Answers: vocal fillers vocal variety vocal articulation vocal messaging None of these answers are correct.
B
According to our textbook, when giving an acceptance speech (for an award), you should do all of the following, except ________. Answers: A. be thankful and humble B. discuss your accomplishments C. contextualize the award D. be succinct
B
According to our textbook, when presenting an after-dinner speech, you should avoid ________. Answers: A. being entertaining B. using presentation media C. being lighthearted D. focusing on a theme
B
Nicole's informative speech on how to paint a room has three main points. Please look them over and select the type of organizational pattern that best fits this structure. I. Deciding what new color to use II. Stripping old paint or wallpaper III. Properly painting a wall Answers: A. Narrative B. Chronological C. Spatial D. Topical
B
One of the questions Nick asked during his interview with a nuclear physicist was, "Wouldn't you agree that the benefits of nuclear power outweigh the risks?" According to our textbook, this is an example of a(n) ________ question. Answers: A. secondary B. leading C. open-ended D. neutral
B
Questioning the logic of an author's conclusions, or whether or not they provide adequate evidence, is questioning the ________ of the author's information. Answers: A. currency B. validity C. reliability D. relevance
B
Which of the following is NOT one of the four delivery methods discussed in our textbook? Answers: Extemporaneous Improvisation Manuscript Memorized
B
While researching her speech on the Salvation Army, Jean found a particularly useful quotation. During her speech, she put the quote into her own words. In doing so, Jean is _________________ the quotation. Answers: A. copying B. paraphrasing C. quoting D. performing
B
_______________ are rules for how members of a culture should behave. Answers: A. None of these answers are correct. B. Cultural norms C. Cultural differences D. Ethics E. Dialogues
B
According to our textbook, informative speeches about ideas and concepts ________. Answers: A. should be avoided because they can provoke controversy B. involve simple points and principles C. usually include the topic's origin and main elements D. All of these answers are correct. E. focus on concrete understandings in the physical world
C
Complete the following sentence using the most appropriate term below. _____________ delivery can be thought of as balancing structure and spontaneity. Answers: Impromptu Memorized Extemporaneous Manuscript None of these answers are correct.
C
Mary is preparing her digital slide show for her speech and wants to add some special effects. According to our textbook, which type of special effect is the best choice? Answers: A. Images that fade away after being visible for a few seconds B. Images that fly from right to left across the slide C. Mary should not use special effects. D. Images that shrink or expand
C
Saying someone "passed away" instead of "died" is an example of ________. Answers: A. jargon B. a cliché C. a euphemism D. a simile
C
Select the best phrase that completes the following statement: A presentation outline ___________________________________________. Answers: is the same as the working outline. is the same as the complete-sentence outline. includes keywords to trigger the speaker's memory. includes all of the information the speaker used to develop the speech. None of these answers are correct.
C
Sue is organizing a speech about energy use on her college campus. Her main points are: I. High use of energy in the dorms II. Wasteful energy use by campus computers and other technological devices III. Creating a campaign to raise awareness of strategies for reducing energy consumption on campus Sue's organizational structure is best described as ________. Answers: A. Monroe's motivated sequence B. Topical C. Problem-solution D. Chronological
C
The ________ is the definition as presented in a dictionary and generally agreed upon by speakers and writers as to what a word represents, whereas the ________ is the personal associations individuals have with the particular word. Answers: A. connotative meaning : denotative meaning B. connotative meaning : testimony C. denotative meaning : connotative meaning D. denotative meaning : testimony
C
According to our textbook, all of the following statements are reasons why an informative speech should contain accurate information, except ________. Answers: A. Your listeners act as gatewatchers. B. Your audience expects accuracy in every aspect of your speech. C. Today's robust information environment has heightened the expectations people have about the accuracy of facts. D. An accurate speech is more personally meaningful.
D
According to our textbook, the first step in preparing to research your topic is to ________. Answers: A. gather research materials B. explore library resources C. conduct interviews D. examine your own experience E. None of these answers are correct.
D
When you email an expert asking for information on your topic, how should you deal with that information in your speech? Answers: A. You should ask the person's permission to use the information. B. You may use the information as your own since it is considered "public domain." C. You should name your source in your speech. D. You should ask permission to use the information and name your source in your speech.
D
________ are words such as "likely" and "probably" that qualify what the speaker is saying. Answers: A. Euphemisms B. Symbols C. Tags D. Hedges
D
________ is a word that can indicate a premise in an argument. Answers: A. "Probably" B. "Therefore" C. "Likely" D. "Whereas"
D
True or False: According to our textbook, a complete-sentence outline includes every word you'll say when you deliver your speech. Answers: True False
False
True or False: According to our textbook, an individual making a speech of acceptance should avoid thanking the presenter and the audience because it is seen as being tacky. Answers: True False
False
True or False: According to our textbook, as you conduct research, you should try and focus on only one perspective to help reinforce your assumptions. Answers: True False
False
True or False: According to our textbook, conflict always produces negative outcomes. Answers: True False
False
True or False: According to our textbook, delivery in public speaking only refers to the oral component of a speech. Answers: True False
False
True or False: According to our textbook, informative speakers should use a relatively large amount of presentation media in order to keep the audience's attention. Answers: True False
False
True or False: According to our textbook, while male and female speakers are viewed as equally capable, female speakers are viewed as more influential and persuasive. Answers: True False
False
True or False: According to our textbook, you don't need to have reasons for incorporating media into your presentation. Answers: True False
False
True or False: According to our textbook, you should avoid making a connection with your listeners in an informative speech. Answers: True False
False
True or False: An encyclopedia is an example of a primary source. Answers: True False
False
True or False: Fallacies in reasoning involve evidence that may be irrelevant, inaccurate, or insufficient. Answers: True False
False
True or False: If used correctly, presentation software should essentially deliver your speech with minimal input from you as a speaker. Answers: True False
False
True or False: If you are concerned that you may offend your audience with certain words, you can use idioms in place of the disagreeable words. Answers: True False
False
True or False: In a speech of introduction, you should keep the attention focused on your relationship with the speaker. Answers: True False
False
True or False: Speeches on questions of policy do not include a call for the audience to take action. Answers: True False
False
True or False: The meaning of words is fixed and does not change over time. Answers: True False
False
True or False: To make your digital slides easy to read, you should choose colors that produce a low contrast between the background and the font. Answers: True False
False
True or False: When crafting a persuasive speech, audience analysis is not important because the speech is centered on your point of view. Answers: True False
False
True or False: When using Monroe's motivated sequence, the problem is discussed in the visualization step. Answers: True False
False
True or False: You probably do not encounter many persuasive messages in your everyday life. Answers: True False
False
True or False: Your language is likely more formal in everyday speaking than when presenting a speech. Answers: True False
False
True or False: "Fair use" allows for you to use someone else's original work in a way that does not infringe on the owner's rights. Answers: True False
True
True or False: A signpost is a transition that indicates a key move in a speech, making its organization clear to the audience. Answers: True False
True
True or False: According to our textbook, ethical public speaking involves a dialogue between speakers and listeners. Answers: True False
True
True or False: According to our textbook, ethnocentrism occurs when individuals think their view of the world is better than anyone else's. Answers: True False
True
True or False: According to our textbook, informative speaking involves deepening understanding, raising awareness, or increasing an audience's knowledge about a topic. Answers: True False
True
True or False: According to our textbook, the cause-and-effect pattern of organization can be used for either informative or persuasive speeches. Answers: True False
True
True or False: According to our textbook, to connect with your listeners during an informative speech, the speech needs to have three qualities: meaning, accuracy, and clarity. Answers: True False
True
True or False: According to our textbook, you can use audio sources to convey an image or set a tone that you cannot accomplish with a simple verbal description. Answers: True False
True
True or False: Dialect is the vocabulary, grammar, and pronunciation used by a group of people, typically influenced by where people are geographically from. Answers: True False
True
True or False: Language is arbitrary because there is no direct connection between a word and what it represents. Answers: True False
True
True or False: Questions of policy ask what course of action should be taken or how a problem should be solved. Answers: True False
True
True or False: The ad hominem fallacy is also called the against the person fallacy. Answers: True False
True
