speech final
Which of the following is an example of a challenge to the audience?
"And I urge you to create a household fire safety plan with your family tonight when you get home."
Which of the following speakers is using a nonverbal cue to signal the end of a speech
Calista took a long pause and stepped toward the audience before delivering her closing remark, "Now, where will you be on election day?"
For Toby's PowerPoint presentation, he used consistent, parallel bullet points, a serif font, clip art, and a red and green color scheme. What could Toby do to improve his presentation?
Change the red and green color scheme.
What rule should a speaker follow when using handouts?
Don't distribute handouts during the speech unless your audience must refer to them.
Which of the following students is using the extemporaneous delivery method?
Ian related the major ideas of his speech but did not memorize it word-for-word.
Which of the following is an example of a proposition of value?
It is best if a teenager pays for their first car on their own.
To show her audience the chart she had created for her presentation, Natalie held up her note card and passed it back and forth slowly in front of herself. What is the biggest principle Natalie violated when creating her presentation aid?
Make it big enough for the audience to see.
Which of the following is true regarding the preparation of speaking notes?
Many teachers advocate using note cards for these.
While giving a speech about the retention rates at her college, Sarah announced, "On this slide is a line graph showing our school's retention rates." She then moved on to her next slide. What mistake did Sarah make?
She failed to explain her presentation aid.
During her speech, Natalie said "The male nurse was considered an excellent caregiver." How did Natalie use sexist language in this instance?
She perpetuated the stereotype that nurses are typically female
Which of the following is true regarding propositions of fact?
The often require supporting evidence to help prove them.
According to James W. Robinson, why do inspirational appeals work well in conclusions?
They remove the audience from current stresses and demands and give them a moment to accept the speaker's gifts.
Which of these situations is an example of red herring reasoning?
When the politician was asked if he was involved in the recent money laundering scandal, he replied that his recent stand on abortion had made nationwide changes in the health system.
Why might it be helpful to make an audio or video recording of yourself speaking during the rehearsal stage?
You can use it to observe your physical and vocal mannerisms
Stephanie deleted the sentence "This has been an incredible journey" from her speech because she knows the word "journey" has become overused and somewhat meaningless. In other words, it is _____
a cliché
The introduction of a 10-minute speech will probably last no more than _____.
a minute and a half
Which form of faulty reasoning involves attacking unrelated characteristics of the person proposing an idea rather than attacking the idea itself?
ad hominem
According to the text, an effective speaker should use words concisely. This means that the speaker should _____.
be succinct
Michael is trying to convince his roommate to believe in God and come to church with him next Sunday. Michael's feelings toward God are an example of a(n) _____.
belief
The radio advertisement promoted the idea that the face cream would erase age spots in six months. This advertisement is using positive motivation by focusing on a(n) _____.
benefit
A speaker who is seen as informed, skilled, and knowledgeable about a topic can be described as _____.
competent
The three elements of a syllogism include: the major premise, the minor premise, and the _____.
conclusion
A speaker should use _____ words when he or she wants to appeal to the audience's five senses.
concrete
While the chef demonstrated how to make a roast, Josa immediately thought about his grandmother, and how much he loves the smell of roast beef cooking in her oven. His thoughts are an example of a _____ meaning.
connotative
Kent's speech included the following words: "We shall understand how much it takes to fight this disease. We shall find the funds to allow us to research this disease. We shall beat this disease." Kent was using parallelism and repetition in order to _____.
create cadence
The questions "Why should they listen to me?" and "What is my background with respect to the topic?" are both questions regarding _____.
credibility
Television broadcasters used phrases like "Dante's hell" and "nuclear winter" following the attack on the World Trade Center. This type of language is categorized as _____ rhetoric.
crisis
Caroline liked the presenter because she told the audience that, just like them, she had also worked in state government. This is an example of _____ credibility.
derived
When using another person as a presentation aid, make sure you plan ahead, only have the person on stage when they are needed, and _____.
do not allow them to run away with the show
Paulette is taking the time to think about everything the salesperson just told her before she decides whether to purchase the car. Which of the following terms applies to what Paulette is doing?
elaborate
Zachary said to his audience, "Trust me, I drove a pickup truck for fifteen years before I realized how dangerous it was." His message is based on Aristotle's idea of _____.
ethos
You should draw on _____ while gathering supporting material for your persuasive message.
ethos, pathos, and logos
Metaphors, similes, and personification are all examples of _____.
figurative language
Tyrell is practicing his speech in front of some friends. Since his goal is to persuade, Tyrell should make a special effort to _____ during the rehearsal process.
get feedback about clarity and structure
Nora ran quickly to the podium after she was introduced and drank a large glass of water before she began to speak. Her speech was on staying hydrated while exercising. Which important function did this action accomplish?
get the audience's attention
Rephrasing a question helps make sure the audience heard the question, allows you to summarize the question, ensures that you understand the question, and _____.
gives you time to think of an answer
Which attention-getting method is especially effective at helping the audience to relax?
humor
As she finished her speech, Tyra told the audience about her own interactions with special needs children as she was growing up. What method is she using to conclude her speech?
illustration
When Jonah arrived at the meeting, his boss asked him to fill in for the main speaker who had called in sick. Jonah's boss knew that Jonah had also been involved in the project. What type of speaking will Jonah be doing?
impromptu
Reasoning by analogy is a form of _____ reasoning.
inductive
A(n) _____ is typically included in or follows a statement of the central idea in the introduction.
initial preview
According to the text, the most obvious purpose of an introduction is to _____.
introduce the subject
Which of the following is the best substitution for passing an object through the audience?
inviting the audience up after the speech to see the object
According to the text, the phrase "in conclusion" can sometimes backfire on a speaker because _____.
it can cause listeners to tune out
Cognitive dissonance can be used to motivate listeners to respond to a persuasive message. What does the term dissonance mean?
lack of harmony or agreement
The clip-on microphone used by many newscasters is called the _____ microphone.
lavaliere
Which type of graph is best to use if a speaker wants to demonstrate data that covers an extensive period of time?
line
After hearing the audience member's question, Luke said "Obviously you have not heard a single word I said." What technique for responding to audience questions is Luke ignoring in this situation?
listen nonjudgmentally
Statements coming from the government that deal with sensitive and critical issues typically use which carefully-scripted method of delivery?
manuscript
Tonya wants to get her audience's attention quickly when she starts her demonstration. Which of the following will help her accomplish this?
mention a startling fact
Jake told his audience, "I need every single one of you to go home and write your state representative a letter about this issue." What type of closure do his words represent?
motivate audience to respond
The underlying internal force that drives people to achieve their goals is called _____.
motivation
A belief that is held in common by a group of people, based on their values, cultural heritage, and faith, is called a(n) _____.
myth
Alvin knew that the majority of the people in his audience didn't really have an opinion on texting and driving, so he was going to have to relate the topic to them in order to keep them interested. Alvin's audience can be described as _____.
neutral
Thomas told the board of directors that they should not consider building a new theater because the baseball team had not won a game in three years. What type of faulty reasoning is Thomas demonstrating?
non sequitur
Communication that takes place other than through written or spoken language is known as _____ communication.
nonverbal
Kyle was surprised that his audience seemed restless during his presentation. He had worked hard to make it amusing, and had even incorporated several funny voices and gestures. However, Kyle's audience was expecting a formal presentation about applying for student loans. The audience response in this situation can be explained by _____.
nonverbal expectancy theory
Martina brought in her collection of Barbie dolls to enhance her presentation on toys that had been popular for more than 50 years. What type of presentation aid is Martina using?
object
In a speech about non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, Randy ended by revealing that he was successfully being treated for the disease. Randy's conclusion used the technique of _____.
personal reference
The subject of the discourse, the occasion, the audience, and the _____ all affect the style of the language that is used in a speech.
personality of the speaker
Carson told the audience, "Every morning at 5:00 am, my alarm clock springs to life and prods me like a drill sergeant." What technique does he use here?
personification
The process of changing or reinforcing attitudes, beliefs, values, or behavior is called _____.
persuasion
Any object that reinforces the speaker's point visually or orally so the audience can better understand it is called a _____.
presentation aid
The speaker told the audience, "Let's all join together in this cleanup effort. This is our school, and we all need to care for it." Which emotion was this speaker appealing to?
pride
The degree to which the speech content affects the listeners directly is known as _____.
proximity
What are the two main strategies the text discusses to summarize a speech?
reemphasize and restate
After Katrine learned that the new health care law had been passed, she incorporated this information into her introduction. What method is Katrine using to create her introduction?
reference to a recent event
Michael reminded the audience, "When we started off today, I told you that 35 percent of the homeless population is considered mentally incompetent. I hope I have convinced you that our state needs programs to help these people." What technique is Michael using in his conclusion?
reference to introduction
When using a model or another large, attention-getting presentation aid, it is helpful to _____.
remove the aid from sight when it is not in use
Starting a presentation by saying "Are we prepared to meet the challenges of tomorrow?" is an example of a(n) _____ question.
rhetorical
Robert knew that his audience members were in attendance to learn how to stand up for themselves when faced with unfair criticism. This speech focuses on which of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?
self-esteem
If a speaker incorporates an anecdote into his or her introduction, what do they do?
tell a story
When selecting the right presentation aid, you need to consider the audience, the speech objective, your own skill and experience, and _____.
the room in which you will speak
A typical map is designed to be read from a distance of no more than _____ feet, making enlargement _____ for use as a presentation aid.
two; necessary
The text provides three guidelines for adapting your language to your listeners: use language the audience can understand, use appropriate language, and use _____ language.
unbiased
It is more difficult for a speaker to change the _____ of an audience than any of the other dispositions.
values
Quotes should be used in your introduction only if they are extremely interesting, compelling, or _____.
very much to the point
Jack's speech teacher stressed the importance of rehearsing a speech ahead of time, and gave several tips to ensure success including preparing the room and equipment, arriving early, and _____.
visualizing success
The _____ of your speech is determined by the amount of air you project through your larynx.
volume
When is high fear arousal more effective in persuasion than moderate or low appeals?
when you are a highly credible speaker
