Public Speaking Exam #2

According to your textbook, transitions, internal summaries, and other connectives should be

-Include in your preparation outline -Labeled as a transition or internal summary -Identified by capital letters Answer: A and B only

Outlining is important to public speaking because an outline helps a speaker

-Judge whether each part of the speech is well- developed. -Ensure that ideas flow clearly from one to another -Solidify the structure of a speech Answer: All of the above

Audience analysis is an important factor in which of the following?

-Selecting a topic -Organizing the speech -Finding your supporting materials Answer: All of the above

Which of the following does your textbook say you should do when preparing PowerPoint slides

-Use images strategically -Use a limited amount of text -Use colors consistently Answer : All of the above

As your textbook explains, ethnocentrism means

Believing one's own culture is superior to all others

What are the two types of audience analysis discussed in your textbook?

Demographic and Situational

Because speechmaking is a form of power, we must always be sure to speak

Ethically

A carefully prepared and rehearsed speech that is presented from a brief set of notes is called a(n) (blank) speech

Extemporaneous

A speaking outline is usually longer and more detailed than a preparation outline

False

In an informative speech, the speaker acts as an advocate

False

The aim of an ethical speaker is to accomplish his or her goals by any means necessary

False

The preparation outline should be drawn up before a speaker begins research for a speech

False

Advocating a position is most appropriate when the general purpose of your speech is to

Persuade

A (blank) graph is best suited to illustrate the relationship among parts of a whole

Pie

Two types of speech outlines discussed in your textbook are the

Preparation and Speaking

What is one of the six major guidelines for effective informative speaking?

Relate the subject directly to the audience

The (blank) expresses exactly what you hope to accomplish in your speech

Specific Purpose

Interference is anything that impedes the communication of a message

True

Nervousness is normal when delivering a speech

True

Research has shown that an average speaker who uses visual aids will appear more credible

True

Visual aids should be displayed only while you are discussing them

True

When making an outline, you should place the main points farthest to the left

True

Which of the following is an instance of informative speaking?

A doctor explaining how antioxidants work for their patients

"Adventures in the Grand Canyon" is an appropriately worded

A speech title