chapter 23

"Houdini was not supernatural" is an example of which type of definition?

Definition by negation

Stripping furniture, beading jewelry, applying for a loan—these are topics for what kind of informative speech?

Demonstration

Which of the following titles most likely represents a speech of demonstration?

It's Easy as Pie: How to Make the Perfect Pastry

A speech that defines something by explaining what it does is conveying information through what method?

Operational definition

When presenting new information to an audience, you can help them grasp the concepts by using __________, which link the unfamiliar with the familiar.

analogies

When you attempt to clarify for the audience the theory of evolution, you are presenting a speech about a(n) __________.

concept

If you want your audience to understand an eating disorder, you might choose to convey this through __________, which will help the audience to visualize what you are talking about.

description

The causes and possible solutions for global warming is a good topic for an informative speech.

false

In order to present an effective informative speech, you must __________.

gauge the audience's informational needs

If you want someone with a kinesthetic learning style to understand your presentation, you should make sure to __________.

include an activity that will give them a hands-on experience

The goal of an informative speech is to __________.

increase listeners' awareness and understanding by imparting knowledge

If you give a speech to increase the audience's understanding and awareness of a topic that is readily disputed, you have chosen to speak about a(n) __________.

issue

It is beneficial to incorporate __________ information in your presentation because audience members are generally seeking to learn something.

new

A presentation about the War of 1812 would fall under the category of __________.

speeches about events

Use transitions to help your audience retain information.

true