Coms Final
True
"Fake it until you make it!" is great advice for public speaking
True
"History is a drama with many acts" is an example of a metaphor
False
"Silence settled over the audience like a block of granite" is an example of a metaphor.
Feedback
...lets you know how your message is received
True
According to your textbook, emotional appeals are usually inappropriate in persuasive speeches on question of fact
Both your main points are properly balanced and you have adequate supporting materials for your main points
According to your textbook, outlining is important to public speaking because an outline helps you judge whether...
True
Good speech delivery conveys a speaker's ideas without calling attention to itself
False
Hearing and listening are essentially the same
True
In a preparation outline, the specific purpose is usually stated before the introduction
She did not use language appropriate to the audience
In her speech about classical ballet, Kyndra mentioned, but did not explain, the terms entrechat and arabesque. Since most of the listeners were unfamiliar with ballet...
Analogical reasoning
In her speech arguing for the elimination of pennies from the US money supply, Susan demonstrated that her plan will work by showing that a similar plan worked when the US eliminated the half penny in 1857
establish credibility
In the introduction of his speech on the art of digital photography, Terrence mentioned that he works part time at a camera shop
True
It is appropriate to establish your credibility in a speech introduction by letting your audience know that your information comes from reading, classes, or other sources.
True
It is important to maintain strong eye contact with your audience when you are presenting a visual aid
False
It is inappropriate for a public speaker to say anything so obvious as "in conclusion"
True
Many of the symptoms of stage fright are due to adrenaline, a hormone released into the bloodstream in responses to physical or mental stress
True
Referring back to the introduction in your conclusion is a good way to give the speech psychological unity
When they are 30 to 60 seconds into the speech
Research has shown that the anxiety level of most speakers drops off significantly
True
Research shows that a speaker's credibility is strongly affected by his or her delivery
Proof
The burden of...always rests with the persuasive speaker who advocates change
Reinforce your listeners commitment to the central idea
The conclusion of a speech is an appropriate time to...
Slippery slope
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? If we allow the government to restrict the sale of semiautomatic weapons, there will be this, this, and this
Appeal to novelty
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? If you want the most reliable air conditioner, you always buy the newest model.
Appeal to tradition
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? There is no need to change our company's MFG process. Our assembly line has worked for the past 80 years, and it will work just fine for the next 80 years.
Either or
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? We only have two choices. We can either adopt a year-round school system or raise of nation of second-rate intellects.
Appeal to tradition
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? We've been using pennies for more than 200 years. We can't get rid of them now!
False
The main reason to use inclusive language in your speeches is to avoid being accused of political incorrectness.
False
The more information you include on each of your PowerPoint slides, the more effective your speech will be
True
The nonverbal messages that listeners send back to speakers are called feedback
True
The preview statement is usually the last component of the speech introduction and serves as a bridge to the body of the speech
True
The target audience is that portion of the whole audience that the speaker most wants to persuade.
False
The two major elements of logos are evidence and emotional appeal
False
This is an example of the slippery slope fallacy: My dad smoked all his life and hasn't gotten cancer, I don't think smoking can be that bad for you.
True
Under normal circumstances, the introduction should constitute about 10 to 20 % of a speech
Hasty generalization
What error in reasoning is exemplified by the following statement? French movies are all dull. I saw 3 of them last semester in my film class and couldn't stay awake through a single one
Contemplate
Which of the following is not a part of the speech process.
To persuade my audience that the campus library should be open 24 hours a day
Which of the following specific purpose statements is from a persuasive speech seeking passive agreement?
Selective listening
happens when a listener only attends to information they think is important or relevant to them, rather than the entire message
a volunteer convincing a group of citizens to sign a petition
which of the following is an instance of persuasive speaking?
Preview statement
According to your textbook, the following passage from a speech introduction is an example of...Today I would like to share what I have learned about attention deficit disorder by first discussing the effects on people and then looking at the treatments that can be used to help people who suffer from this condition
False
A public speaker need only be concerned about ethics in the conclusion of a speech
True
A rhetorical question is a question that the audience answers mentally rather than out loud
True
A well-timed pause is an effective way to give dramatic impact to a statement
True
Delivery cues on a speaking outline remind a speaker how to say something, rather than what to say.
True
Each time you practice the same speech extemporaneously, the wording of the speech will be slightly different.
True
Ethnocentrism is the belief that one's own group or culture is superior to all other groups or cultures
True
Evidence from competent, credible sources is more persuasive than evidence from biased or self-interested sources
False
Fortunately, stage fright only affects inexperienced speakers
False
If your topic is clear in the body of the speech, there is no need to state it in the introduction
Establishing Credibility
In the introduction of his speech on the special Olympics
False
In the most common system of outlining, main points are identified by capital letters.
True
In the most common system of outlining, main points are identified by roman numerals and subpoints by capital letters
Credibility
Is the audience's perception of whether the speaker is qualified to speak on a given topic
False
It is overly repetitious to restate the main points in the conclusion of the speech
False
It is seldom necessary to cite the source of statistics in a speech
False
Monroe's motivated sequence is another name for problem-cause-solution order
Hasty Generalization
Name that fallacy: After my son had his vaccine, he developed autism, therefore the vaccine caused autism
Either or
Name that fallacy: You're either with us or against us. One with all the newspapers
True
Nonverbal communication is based on a person's use of voice and body, rather than just on the use of words
False
Since most people are nervous about public speaking, it is perfectly acceptable to finish a speech by declaring. "Am I glad that's over!"
False
Speaking from a manuscript allows for greater spontaneity and directness than does speaking extemporaneously
False
Speaking impromptu and speaking extemporaneously are essentially alike.
False
Stating main points in a word or two is usually sufficient for a preparation outline
Conclusion
The action step in Monroe's motivated sequence usually comes in the...of a persuasive speech on a question of policy
False
The aim of an ethical speaker is to accomplish his or her goals by any means necessary
Slippery slope
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? If we allow the government to require healthy meals in school cafeterias, then it's only a matter of time before the government tells is everything we can and cannot eat.
Appeal to novelty
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? If you're looking for a house, you want to buy the new one. New construction and design techniques have to be better than the old ones.
Ad hominem
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? Of course senator Davis opposes serious tax reform. Before going into politics, he was a corporate lawyer who defended several companies that have since been implicated in unethical financial dealings
False
Trying to memorize a speech is a good way to ensure that you'll communicate with your audience with conversational directness and sincerity
True
Under normal circumstances, you should work out the exact wording of your introduction after you have finished preparing the body of your speeches
True
Using your own knowledge and experience in a speech can help bring the speech to life
Hasty Generalization
What error in reasoning is exemplified by the following statement? Both of my roommates drink at least three cans of soda every day and neither of them is overweight, so all of those studies that link soda consumption to obesity must be wrong.
Hasty Generalization
What error in reasoning is exemplified in the following statement? A random survey of 20 adults...clearly 80% of Americans don't care about owning cars
Hasty Generalization
What error in reasoning is exemplified in the following statement? My Volkswagen constantly needs repairs, and so does my roommates Mazda. We can see, then, that all foreign cars are unreliable.
Slippery slope
What fallacy is exemplified in the following statement? If we approve a construction permit for this home, the next thing you know other people will want to build in our valley, then this, this, and this
False
When concluding a speech, it is inappropriate to end with a dramatic statement
True
When speaking to persuade, you need to think of your speech as a kind of mental dialogue with your audience.
True
most of the nervousness a speaker feels internally is usually not visible to the audience
Consciousness raising
refers to the attempt to make others more aware of cultural and political problems and challenges
False
Although language changes from culture to culture, the meaning of nonverbal signals is consistent across cultures.
False
An advantage of using emotional appeal in a persuasive speech is that it frees you from using facts and logic
Pathos
Appeals to the audience emotions, such as fear, compassion, guilt, or pride are the kinds of appeals that Aristotle referred to as...
False
As a matter of ethics, audience members should listen attentively to and agree with everything the speaker says
False
As the united states becomes more diverse, speakers no longer need to be sensitive to issues of race, ethnicity, and cultural background in public speaking
False
It is usually enough to practice your speech just once using your visual aids
False
Because persuasion is such a complex process, juggling statistics and quoting out of context to maximize your persuasive effect are ethically acceptable in speeches to persuade
Vocal variety
Changes in a speakers rate, pitch, and volume are referred to as...
True
Copying passages from a few sources and stringing them together to make a speech is a form of unethical behavior called patchwork plagiarism
True
It is possible to disagree entirely with a speaker's ideas but still support the speaker's right to express those ideas
False
The first thing you should do in the introduction of your speech is to reveal the topic.
Ad hominem
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? Councilman Stewart's recommendations for a wind farm might work, but do you want to take advice from a man who was caught cheating on his wife?
Appeal to novelty
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? Did you hear about the new vacuum cleaner on the market? We should get it, because it has to be better than the older ones.
either or
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? Either we all sign organ donor cards or medical facilities will start cloning people just to sell their body parts
Ad hominem
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? Hannah makes a good argument in favor of providing economic benefits for same-sex couples but what else would you expect from someone who is openly gay?
Slippery slope
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? Once society recognizes same sex marriages, all traditional values will be destroyed.
Slippery slope
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? Once the city cuts back on trash pickup from twice a week to once a week, it's only a matter of time until we have to take our all our trash to the dump ourselves
False
Unlike writers, public speakers can present other people's ideas as their own without being guilty of plagiarism
False
Vocalized pauses are an effective way to increase a speaker's credibility
False
When you agree with the ideas expressed by an author, it is ethical to use them without giving credit to the source.
There are two types of leadership
Which of the following is a correctly worded main point for a speech preparation outline?
A developer urging the city council to build a new convention center
Which of the following is an instance of persuasive speaking
All of these answers are correct 1. explain your expertise on the speech topic 2. Establish common ground with your audience 3. Deliver your speeches fluently and expressively 4. Both explain your expertise on the speech topic and establish common ground with your audience
Which of the following is recommended in your textbook as a way to enhance your credibility in a persuasive speech?
False
You can usually assume that if the words you use are clear to you, they are also clear to the audience.
True
You have an ethical obligation to make sure the information present is accurate
extemporaneous
a carefully prepared and rehearsed speech that is presented from a brief set of notes is called a(n)...speech
False
Critical thinking is a way of thinking negatively about everything you hear in a speech.
False
One function of a speech conclusion is to establish the credibility of the speaker
Ad hominem
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? People who say Barbie dolls are bad for girls' self-esteem are a bunch of liberal do-gooders who don't want anyone to have fun
Ad hominem
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? Representative Thompson's school proposal may be the first rate, but don't forget that he never attended college himself
Appeal to tradition
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? The travelers insurance company has been in business since the Lincoln administration. That tells you it has to be a top notch insurance company.
appeal to tradition
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? The university has been using the same admissions standards for the past 120 years. If they were good enough 120 years ago, they are good enough today
Either or
The following statement is an example of what type of fallacy? You either double the size of the police department or let criminals run the streets.
Fact
To persuade my audience that birds evolved from dinosaurs is a specific purpose statement for a persuasive speech on a question of...
