Quiz 1 - SPE 103

- avoiding the feeling that if an audience is not physically present it does not exist - recognizing that the audience consists of the instructor and other students - surveying the audience before the speech to decipher their interests and attitudes

Audience considerations for an online speech class include

- Relate to the audience - Get the audience's attention

Hospicia is beginning her first speech in front of the class. What should she do in her introduction?

Adapting to both the audience and the occasion

How can a speaker determine how to dress and groom for a speech?

- They can make a statement more dramatic - They can signal the end of a thought - They can give time for an idea to sink in

How can pauses contribute to effective speech delivery?

The speaker is talking with them

Ideally, how should audience members perceive their relationship to a speaker who is reading from a manuscript?

Volume

If a speaker sees listeners leaning forward with strained looks on their faces and their hands cupping their ears, the speaker's first reaction should be to increase which aspect of his or her voice?

- Rehearse aloud, including examples and quotations - Record a rehearsal in order to carry out a self-critique - Make sure notes are easy to read

In order to optimize practice time, speakers should do which of the following?

Eye contact

In the United States, speakers may be seen as dishonest if they fail to make adequate

During spontaneous speech

In which of the following scenarios are our vocabularies the most limited, making us more likely to mispronounce or misuse a word?

A classroom speech

In which of the following scenarios would you be least likely to use a microphone and therefore need to pay extra attention to the volume of your voice?

- utilizing visual aids - keeping the speech within time limits

Since you can't see your audience online, it is important to keep their interest by

- Because professors want to get students up in front of the class as soon as possible - Because much of the anxiety associated with public speaking is due to lack of experience - Because giving a speech helps students overcome anxiety and progress toward confidence

What are reasons that an ice breaker speech is often the first assignment in a public speaking class?

Transition statement

To help your main points stand out, you should introduce each with a

False

True or false: The amount and form of eye contact considered appropriate in everyday conversation is the same across cultures

False

True or false: The world's most famous orators have all been blessed with golden voices that were naturally pleasing to their listeners.

Record and listen to yourself as you practice your speech

What is the best way to ensure that your pitch matches the meaning of your words?

- To allow the audience to clearly understand your ideas - To enhance the impact of your ideas

What is the primary purpose of practicing and improving your style of speech delivery?

A detailed preview statement

What part of an introduction that is needed in longer speeches is not necessary in a short speech to introduce yourself to the class?

A good effort that can be improved

What should the delivery of the first speech of the semester be like?

- Saying goin' instead of going - Saying didja instead of did you

Which of the following are articulation problems?

-Make eye contact - Speak intelligibly

Which of the following are basic guidelines for good delivery that should be implemented by a beginning public speaker?

- Eye contact - Facial expressions - Posture

Which of the following are examples of body movements that have been shown to affect listeners' reception of a speech?

Answering questions at a job interview

Which of the following situations is most likely to involve impromptu delivery?

- Poor articulation can be corrected with effort - Poor articulation is more common than mispronunciation among college student - You can articulate a word clearly and still mispronounce it

Which of the following statements about articulation are true?

- It combines careful preparation with spontaneity - It uses a conversational tone of voice

Which of the following statements are true of extemporaneous speaking?

- Your main points - Transitions

Which of the following will be present in the body of your speech?

- Rocking back and forth - Standing on one foot, then another - Tapping fingers on the podium

Which type of gestures should be avoided in a speech?

Capture audience interest

While developing your introduction, you should include a question, a story, or some other creative element because it will help you

- avoid wringing their hands together - refrain from playing with rings

Concerning gestures, speakers need to

- Wooden or artificial delivery - Poor pacing - Not making eye contact

Which of the following are potential pitfalls of reading a speech from a manuscript?

A speech at her high school reunion

Carol grew up in Boston and has a strong New England accent, though she has learned to deemphasize it and take on a more neutral dialect when necessary. In which of the following scenarios should Carol feel most comfortable using a heavy New England dialect?

To both real-time and recorded online speeches

Controlling the visual environment and adjusting the pacing are two guidelines that apply

- Squeeze and release your hands - Tighten and relax your leg muscles - Take slow, deep breaths

How can you deal with nerves in your first classroom speech?

- You should adjust lighting so viewers can see you - You should have a professional appearance - You should decrease clutter the audience may be able to see

Which of the following factors are important to keep in mind when giving a speech online?

Playing a recording

Which of the following is not one of the four basic methods of speech delivery?

Loud enough to be heard throughout the room

While giving a speech, how should your voice sound?

When they are widely regarded as an eccentric genius.

When can public speakers wear unusual or very casual outfits without undermining the effectiveness of a speech?

concentrate on communicating with the audience

When delivering a speech from memory, speakers must remember to

- Read through your preparation outline to check the initial length - Work on the wording of quotations and examples - Get feedback from other people once you have learned the speech

When practicing your speech, it helps to do which of the following?

The environment will change many aspects of the presentation

When preparing an online speech, you must realize that

Vocal variety

When speakers want to be more expressive with their voice, they focus most on ______.

Speaking extemporaneously

Which method of delivery is preferred by most speakers and teachers?

- Speaking in a dull, monotone voice as you recite your speech - Breaking eye contact to recall what you memorized

Which of the following actions are likely to undermine the effectiveness of a speech delivered from memory?

- Thinking carefully before making a statement - Incorporating slang - Interjecting stock phrases

Which of the following actions common in everyday conversation would be unacceptable in a public speech?

- It encourages the speaker to adopt a conversational tone - It is more precise than impromptu speaking

Which of the following are advantages of extemporaneous speaking?

- Not distinguishing your words from those written by someone else - Using speech written by a friend for your classroom assignment - Presenting ideas from other sources as your own

Which of the following are examples of plagiarism?

- Use gestures that are controlled - Look at the camera - Make sure your eyes do not dart back and forth

Which of the following are tips for creating good nonverbal online communication?

- Practice aloud with visual aids - Perform a dress rehearsal

Which of the following are ways to practice your delivery?

Vocalized pauses

Which of the following is the most likely to detract from a speaker's credibility and may create negative perceptions about the speaker's intelligence?

Use any gestures that feel natural as long as they do not distract from your message

Which of the following is the primary rule for using gestures during a speech?

Gathering notes before finishing the speech

Which of the following movements should be avoided when giving a speech?

Articulation

While listening to Garth give his speech, some audience members were unsure whether he said "share" or "chair." What area of delivery does Garth need to work on?

Framing

Determining what angles and distances an online speech audience will see you from is known as

Introduction

Dot told a gripping story to get her audience's attention before she made her main point. This part of the speech was the

They are more nervous than experienced speakers

How do students usually feel about presenting their first speech?

It establishes a connection with the audience

How does good eye contact help a speaker?

Alternate between the left, right, and center of the room

How should a speaker make eye contact during a speech?

As an opportunity to share with your listeners ideas that are important to you

How should you approach public speaking if you want your voice to be lively and expressive?

Extemporaneous speeches should be practiced out loud

How should you practice for a speech?

- Narrow your scope to one or two events

If you are given the task of introducing yourself in your first speech, you should

In the expressive manner of normal conversation

In a speech, how should you use your voice?

A governor's address to the legislature

A manuscript delivery of a speech would be most appropriate in which of the following situations?

Should be adapted to work properly with a webcam

A real-time speech

Lively and conversational

A sense of conviction and a desire to communicate is likely to make your voice

Not making eye contact with listeners

Aaron is running for a city council position in his home town and is giving a speech to voters on why they should trust him more than his opponent. Which of the following actions would be the most likely to undermine his speech?

Speak at a rate that keeps the audience's interest

Aidan is delivering an extemporaneous speech on diversity in literature. He speaks slowly, makes sure he speaks loudly enough, uses inflections appropriately, and pronounces his words carefully. Despite this, he notices that many of his listeners losing interest. What can Aidan do to improve his delivery?

To establish rapport

Anson was about to give his first speech to his class. Just before he started, he looked out at the room and smiled. Why would an expert recommend that Anson do this?

- It can help you time your speech accurately - It can help you master the content of your speech - It can provide the opportunity for audience feedback

Extemporaneous speeches combine the preparation of a manuscript speech with the spontaneity of an impromptu speech. Which of these are recommended reasons for practicing an extemporaneous speech out loud?

Nonverbal communication

Gesturing, facial expressions, and eye movements during an online speech are all elements of

- Assess evidence - Evaluate what they hear

Good listeners are able to do which of the following

- practicing repeatedly. - adjusting the pace. - remembering the audience.

Guidelines for both recorded and real-time online speeches include

- A conversational quality - Ease of establishing eye contact - Control over ideas

Having good command over extemporaneous speeches is signified by which of the following?

Focused his topic

Larry is asked to tell a group about himself in a five-minute introduction. At first, he thinks of everything interesting he has done since he was a child. Then he realizes that he has several stories, each of which would take at least ten minutes to explain. He decides to tell how he excels in mathematics and how he once used math to save people trapped in a bus. Larry has just

She should use them only when she needs help remembering a point

Luisa is giving an extemporaneous speech on her favorite vacation spot and has created note cards with information from her speech. How often should Luisa use her note cards during her speech?

Look briefly at one person, then another, then another

Making an effort to control the visual environment

They would make negative judgments about her intelligence and competence.

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?

- Pitch fluctuation - Changes in volume - Changes in rate

Michelle would like to add more vocal variety to her speeches. Which aspects of delivery should she work on?

Getting them in front of a group to practice as soon as possible

Most speech instructors prepare students for speeches by

Three main parts

No matter what your speech topic is, a speech usually has

move at a relatively quick tempo.

One of the best ways to approach pacing a speech is to

True

Reading verbatim from a manuscript is an acceptable method for delivering a speech.

It will help Rey visualize an actual audience.

Rey's instructor tells him to practice his speech by placing chairs around the room with a sticky note on each one. Why did the instructor tell Rey to do this?

Tie everything together

Rob is concluding his speech. What should he do in the conclusion?

Considering the audience

Seeing your online speech as a mental dialogue with listeners is an element of

She spoke too quickly

Sonya delivered a speech to her managers about some new technologies that she thought could make her team more efficient. After she finished her speech, she was out of breath and realized that she hadn't even paused to take a real breath when she was speaking. Nevertheless, she felt that she did a good job following her speech outline. Although they were paying close attention during the speech, the managers seemed confused about how the ideas she presented fit into the company's business model, and asked Sonya several questions. Which of the following would be a factor most likely to have been the problem with Sonya's speech?

- Practicing in front of friends who can give gentle correction - Consulting a dictionary for any words about which they are unsure

Speakers can help ensure proper pronunciation by doing which of the following?

Exposes the speech to an increased number of potential problems

The technology used during an online speech

different programs offer different features, which can affect how a speech is presented

There are a variety of programs that enable online speeches; however, speakers must remember that

Tell her not to gesture in her speech unless she feels compelled to

Asia rarely uses gestures in normal conversation. Now she has to present a speech, and Lanae told her she must gesture frequently. Asia does not know what to what to do. What would you recommend?

- Appear calm - Stand quietly while waiting for the audience's attention - Take time to get set

Before beginning a presentation, a speaker should do which of the following?

Alter her pitch

Brianne is giving a speech on how explosions are created in movies. She states everything in a similar manner, with little inflection. Eventually, despite the topic of the speech, she notices that many in her audience are looking bored, and one is actually taking a nap. Which of the following would be the most effective way to make the delivery of her speech more engaging?

Speaker's voice

Derek just finished giving a speech to his class, and asked for his classmates' feedback. The class thought Derek was well prepared and found the subject matter informative and easy to follow, but they noted that at certain points they felt as if Derek was shouting at them. Which aspect of the speech should Derek work on?

Real-time presentation

When an audience views an online speech as it is being presented, it is referred to as a

- State the point you are answering - State the point you wish to make - Support your point with appropriate evidence - Summarize your point

What are steps you should take as an impromptu speaker when responding to another speaker?

- Speaking extemporaneously - Rehearsing

What are the essential elements of delivering your first speech?

Concentrate on gaining control of ideas

What is an effective method to use when rehearsing an extemporaneous speech?

- Face the audience - Go to the front of the class

What should you do as you are about to begin a speech?