Research and Development C5 & C7

The recency of a source can usually be trusted if the source

is in a virtual library

When doing library research, students should regard librarians as

trained experts to be consulted.

What should you do if brainstorming with a personal inventory and clustering is unsuccessful?

Try an Internet search

Instead of being a boring routine that just gathers information, the research process can be a very ______ process.

creative

Doing a Google search for an author works especially well if the author is

a noted expert.

A summary of an article is called

an abstract.

Sometimes when you look in a newspaper or periodical database, instead of a full article, you only get

an abstract.

Using personal experience to supplement outside information in a speech

brings the speech to life.

When doing online research, if you can't find information about the author in the source, you should

look for a link to a page that tells about the author.

Mark, an Army veteran who was stationed in Iraq, decides to give an informative speech about that country. What is he basing his choice of a topic on?

Personal experience

Critically evaluating your research can alter speech content by doing which of the following?

Helping you organize your speech Changing your perspective Showing you new connections between ideas

What you expect to say in a speech is called the ______ ___________ .

Central idea

Conducting a research interview is

a complex process when done well.

Which of the following are strategies that facilitate the research process?

Make a preliminary bibliography Take good notes Start Early

While researching a topic, you should keep a list of all sources you find on the topic. This is referred to as a(n) ______ bibliography.

preliminary

The date of a document is especially important when citing

statistics.

If Frankie wanted to find some words of wisdom or clever sayings, she would best be served by looking in a(n)

quotation book.

What is a speech's specific purpose statement?

A single infinitive phrase that states precisely what you hope to accomplish in your speech

What are some of the research sources typically available in the library?

Biographical aids Periodical databases Quotation books Yearbooks

Which of the following examples is an effective central idea?

Writing a good cover letter is possible if you know what to include, what to leave out, and how to close strong.

Facts on File and World Almanac are examples of

Yearbooks

Spencer is taking a biology class. He found the discussion on birds, especially crows, fascinating. Would a speech on crows be appropriate for his public speaking class?

Yes, because it is something he wants to know more about

Padma is brainstorming potential speech topics. To do this, she divides a piece of paper into nine columns and labels each column with a different category, including people, places, things, and events. She then writes down the first few ideas that come to mind when she considers each category. Which brainstorming technique is Padma using?

Clustering

True or false: To capture your audience's attention, you should phrase your central idea as a question.

False

Which of the following methods for note-taking tend to be most efficient?

Making a separate entry for each note Using subject headings Distinguishing among direct quotations, paraphrases, and your own ideas Taking plenty of notes

Which broad categories should you choose from when picking a topic for a classroom speech?

Subjects you know a lot about Subjects you want to know more about

What is the relationship between a specific and a general purpose statement?

The specific purpose narrows the focus of the general purpose.

True or false: Search engines can be used to help use the Internet effectively for research.

True

What is generated in the brainstorming process of personal inventory?

A list of experiences and interests

Which of the following is an academic database that grants access to millions of scholarly articles covering topics ranging from economics and sociology to science and medicine?

Academic OneFile

Google is an example of which kind of tool used to find materials on the Internet?

A search engine

Which of the following statements is an example of a central idea?

Baking a cake is easy if you have the right ingredients, know how to combine them, and use a properly heated oven.

Which of the following are ways you can greatly increase your odds of finding useful information when using a search engine?

By typing in more specific terms or phrases to get fewer results By developing a search strategy By selecting the type of source, such as "book" or "video"

Lloyd tells Amelia to use the clustering approach for brainstorming to select her speech topic. How will she organize her ideas?

By using nine categories of ideas

Kareem wants to brainstorm a list of possible speech topics that are meaningful and relevant to himself. Which technique would be the most suited to his goal?

Personal inventory

While researching your topic, you will begin to see relationships among ideas that will help you to do which of the following to improve your speech?

Experiment with ways to organize your thoughts Sketch out main and supporting points

Following an investigative interview, what should you focus on when you review your notes?

Finding the main points expressed in the interview Identifying informative details you can include in your speech

How do experts suggest that you view the relationship between looking for research resources on the Internet and research at a library?

Internet sources supplement library research.

Resources in library research usually include which of the following?

Periodical databases Librarians Reference works

Jin was assigned to give an informative speech to his classmates. He decided that his specific purpose was to inform his audience about different types of domesticated fruit trees. In giving his speech, he described differences between orange, apple, and lemon trees. Which key question did Jin most likely forget to ask himself about his specific purpose?

Is my purpose relevant to my audience?

What should you remember about brainstorming for a speech topic?

It can be done in different ways.

Which are the major styles most commonly used by communication scholars for citing sources in a bibliography?

Modern Language Association (MLA) American Psychological Association (APA)

What should you always do, regardless the brainstorming technique you use to prepare for a speech?

Start early

How does topic choice for speech students compare to topic choice for other situations?

Students have more freedom

Lilly is researching for her speech about investments, and she is going to use a variety of online resources. In order to properly evaluate her sources for recency, she needs to remember which of the following?

That sources in a virtual library are usually recent To be extra certain of recency when citing statistics That publication dates are often found at the top or bottom of a page

Tisha is working on a research project. She has been doing most of her research online and she has doubts about the authorship of some of the materials she has found. What are some tips she needs to remember?

There is often a link to an author's homepage that can be used for online resources. If she cannot identify the author of a document, she should not use it as a source. She can find out about reputable authors by doing a search on Google.

Which of the following are recommended reasons for reviewing notes as soon as possible after a research interview?

To discover the main points that emerged in the interview To pull out specific information that is useful to your speech To verify information in notes while it is fresh

What is your general purpose when you speak as a teacher or lecturer?

To inform

Which of the following is the most effective specific purpose statement?

To inform my audience of the three key benefits of gluten-free diets.

What is your general purpose if you are speaking as an advocate?

To persuade

LaShawnda is conducting research and taking notes for her upcoming presentation. What should she remember about formatting her notes?

To use subject headings for each note

If you wanted to research the benefits of adding fluoride to tap water on the Internet, which of the following is the most likely to yield the most useful results?

What are benefits of fluoridating tap water?

In which of the following cases is Wikipedia a good choice for research?

When you are beginning to learn about a topic When you need information about additional resources on a topic

Stories about personal experiences

can help strengthen the points made in a speech.

A book's call number enables you to

find the book in the stacks.

"To inform" or "to persuade" are examples of the ______ purpose of a speech.

general

Maddie has to present a speech tomorrow, but she still hasn't decided how to organize her main ideas and needs to gather some additional supporting statements. She most likely could have avoided these problems by

getting an earlier start on her research.

When preparing interview questions, it is best to avoid

loaded questions leading questions questions you can answer without the interview.

Taking good notes involves

recording notes in a consistent format.

The best way to test for recency of a document is to

search for a publication or copyright date at the top or bottom.

Good note-taking strategies include

separating quotations, paraphrases, and original thoughts.

An example of a specialized research resource available on the Internet is

the U.S. Census Bureau.

An essential part of doing research is

thinking about the material you find.

Bernardo is preparing to do some research for an important speech. He should remember

to start researching early in case problems arise.

One of the biggest mistakes students make when doing a research project is

waiting too long before they start their research.

Steps to take during an interview include

dressing in a reasonable way. keeping the interview from veering off course. repeating the purpose of the interview. setting up the recorder.

When evaluating a resource for sponsorship, the key thing to look for is

impartiality.

Benjamin has created a speech outline on animal rights based on a Web site he found sponsored by a group known as Citizens and Governments Working to Bring Dignity to All Species. The Web site looks professional, and the content is well-written and updated daily. When he presents his speech, a classmate points out that this group is known as a radical fringe group that fabricates information and participates in illegal activities, and has little respect, even among other groups sharing the same mission. Benjamin did not properly check his source for

sponsorship.

According to the textbook, when should you turn to an Internet search to brainstorm for a speech topic?

After doing a personal inventory and clustering

How has Wikipedia become a more reliable source of information since its early years?

Content under development is flagged to warn readers of its newness. Articles have been edited and refined over time to improve accuracy. Many articles are accompanied by a set of additional resources to enhance research.

When preparing for an interview, the interviewer needs to do which of the following?

Set up a time for the interview Determine whom to interview

Wally has been playing soccer year-round for fourteen years. He started playing tennis and golf last month, and he just read a book about arm wrestling, though he has never done it. On which topic would he probably give the best speech?

Soccer-field positions

Which of the following sources would be the most useful for finding statistical information about the number of registered Democrats and Republicans in each state of the United States?

The U.S. Census Bureau

The topics of speeches outside the classroom are usually determined by which of the following?

The audience The speaker's qualifications The occasion

Finding information about the author of an online resource

can be done with a Google search for a reputable author.

Reference works, periodicals databases, and other research resources

can be found at the library.

As you encounter the titles of books, magazines, and Internet documents you may use as sources for your research, you should

create a preliminary bibliography.

What are the three criteria for evaluating Internet documents?

Authorship, sponsorship, and recency

What are the questions to ask about your specific purpose statement?

Can I accomplish my assignment in the time allotted? Is the purpose relevant to my audience? Does my purpose meet the assignment?

Derek has been assigned to give a two-minute speech about history or government. His audience will be his classmates, who have the same assignment. Derek decides his specific purpose will be to name the U.S. presidents, describing the greatest achievement and reciting a brief quotation from each one. Which question did Derek forget to ask himself about his specific purpose?

Can I accomplish my purpose in the time allotted?

Which of the following terms is used to describe a document that contains the list of all the books, periodicals, and other resources in a library?

Catalogue

Government resources provide information about which of the following?

Economic systems Transportation methods Political affiliations

Han is going to begin research for a speech. What should he bear in mind regarding Wikipedia?

He can get a general idea about his topic, as well as a large list of related resources.

Manuel is a librarian at a college library, and every day he sees hundreds of students looking for resources for doing research. What could Manuel tell the students about his job?

He can help them find all kinds of information because he is a trained professional.

Marcus was preparing a speech on organized recreational activities. He met with the head of the parks department, Dan Albright, in his office for an interview. Marcus wore casual clothes: T-shirt and jeans. Without giving any reasons for requesting the interview, he jumped into his questions, asking Mr. Albright how many parks there were in the city, and what kind of feedback he received on recreational programs. At the end of the interview Marcus thanked Mr. Albright. Identify the mistakes that Marcus made.

He didn't dress appropriately for a meeting in an office. He didn't state the purpose of the interview. He shouldn't have asked about how many parks the city has since that information is readily available elsewhere.

Which categories would be the most relevant in the personal inventory brainstorming technique?

Hobbies and beliefs

What do experts think about generating speech topics through brainstorming?

It can be very effective.

Why is "to inform the audience about psychotherapy" an ineffective specific purpose?

It does not state precisely what the speaker hopes to accomplish.

Which of the following statements are true about an effective specific purpose statement?

It focuses on one specific aspect of the broader topic. It includes the general purpose (for example, "to inform"). It states what the speaker wants the audience to know.

Which statement describes a central speech idea?

It is a concise statement of what you expect to say in a speech.

Which of the following statements are true about a research interview?

It is a tool that has been used by journalists for a long time. It is a highly skilled art when done well. It can be a good way to get information for a speech.

Which of the following are true of the central idea of a speech?

It is expressed as a declarative sentence.

What best describes the process of topic selection for student speakers?

It is often difficult.

Olaf finds golf boring, has never played cricket but thinks it would be interesting to learn about, loves playing lacrosse, and thinks basketball is a waste of time. Of these sports, which two would be the best potential speech topics for Olaf?

Lacrosse Cricket

What are some methods someone can use to examine a resource for sponsorship?

Learn about the site's founders and contributors Click on the About tab to learn about the organization's mission Do a Google search to find reviews and criticisms of the organization

In the process of trying to come up with a speech topic, Lena writes down all her previous jobs, adventures, and interests. Which brainstorming process is she using?

Personal inventory

Academic OneFile JSTOR Google Scholar

Provides access to millions of scholarly articles on a wide range of topics Catalogues over 2,400 academic journals and allows searches of images, letters, and other primary documents Allows quick and easy searches of a broad range of scholarly literature, by such criteria as author, publication, date, and subject matter

Johanna is worried that the Internet source she wants to use might not be a quality source. What are some of the criteria she should consider in determining the quality of the source?

Recency Authorship Sponsorship

Which of the following are characteristics of research interviews?

They are also known as investigative interviews. They are often conducted by journalists.

Which of the following statements is true concerning personal inventory, clustering, reference, and Internet searches for speech topics?

They are methods of brainstorming

Specialized research resources include

Wikipedia. government resources.

Mike is giving a speech about Madagascar's government and current politics. Which of the following Internet resources is likely to provide the most reliable information?

World Factbook

David constantly notices the cigarette butts littering the sidewalks on campus around the "No Smoking" signs. David cannot ignore this litter, as others seem to do, because he is very concerned about his peers' lack of respect and the administration's inability to enforce the smoking ban. Would enforcement of the smoking policy be a good topic for David's persuasive speech?

Yes, because it is a topic that he has a strong interest in.

Specifically, how do you record ideas with the brainstorming technique known as clustering?

You put four or five ideas into each of nine columns.

In contrast to several years ago, Wikipedia is now seen as

a good starting point for research.