Chapter 7 Quiz: Organizing and Outlining Your Speech

What is the most important factor to consider when deciding how many main points to include in a speech? a. audience b. time c. visual aids d. ethics

b. time

A phrase that indicates a speaker is finished with one point and moving on to a new one is a(n) ________. a. signpost b. transition c. internal summary d. internal preview

b. transition

Topical Pattern

Pattern of organization that allows the speaker to divide a topic into subtopics, each of which addresses a different aspect of the larger topic.

Spatial Pattern

Pattern of organization that arranges ideas in terms of location or direction.

Casual Pattern

Pattern of organization that describes a cause-and-effect relationship between ideas or events.

Problem-Solution Pattern

Pattern of organization that identifies a specific problem and offers a possible solution.

Chronological Pattern

Pattern of organization that traces a sequence of events or ideas.

Transition

Phrase that indicates a speaker is finished with one idea and is moving on to a new one.

Subpoint

Point in a speech that develops an aspect of a main point.

Sub-Subpoint

Point in a speech that develops an aspect of a subpoint.

Speaking Outline

Condensed form of a preparation outline that you use when speaking.

Preparation Outline

Detailed outline a speaker builds when preparing a speech that includes the title, specific purpose, thesis statement, introduction, main points and subpoints, connectives, conclusion, and source citations of the speech.

Main Points

Most important ideas you address in your speech.

Coordination

Process of arranging points into successive levels, with the points on a specific level having equal importance.

Subordination

Process of ranking ideas in order from the most to the least important.

Signpost

Simple word or statement that indicates where you are in your speech or highlights an important idea.

Internal Preview

Statement in the body of a speech that details what the speaker plans to discuss next.

Internal Summary

Statement in the body of a speech that summarizes a point a speaker has already discussed.

Organization

Systematic arrangement of ideas into a coherent whole.

Connective

Word or a phrase used to link ideas in a speech.

A person who doesn't organize information for a speech is neglecting their responsibility to the audience. a. True b. False

a. True

By looking at the hierarchical structure of points in her preparation outline, Maria can check whether her speech is ________. a. balanced b. accurate c. listenable d. credible

a. balanced

Jackson is preparing to give a speech explaining how the layout of the town has changed significantly from the time of the first settlers to the present day. What combination of organizational patterns would be most effective for Jackson's speech? a. chronological and spatial b. causal and topical c. spatial and causal d. topical and chronological

a. chronological and spatial

Which of the following should be written at the top of your preparation outline for a speech? a. the title, specific purpose, and thesis statement b. the general purpose, specific purpose, and main points c. the thesis statement, main points, and subpoints d. the title, general purpose, and thesis statement

a. the title, specific purpose, and thesis statement

Terrell knows that good speakers make a connection with the audience. But he tends to get nervous and just stare at his notes whenever he gives a speech. What should Terrell do to modify his behavior and connect with his audience? a. Break his outline into key words. b. Add delivery cues to his outline. c. Increase his use of visual aids. d. Commit the speech to memory.

b. Add delivery cues to his outline.

If you have a long list of main points, you should combine some of them to create a more manageable list while fitting as much information as possible into the speech. a. True b. False

b. False

To ensure the audience recognizes what's most important in a speech, you should use a signpost before each of the main ideas. a. True b. False

b. False

When using a causal pattern for a speech, it is recommended that you present the cause first, followed by a description of the effects. a. True b. False

b. False

In her speech to expectant mothers on the importance of prenatal care, Joan wants her last point to be that taking folic acid during pregnancy can protect their babies from serious birth defects - and costs only a few pennies a day. What organizational strategy is Joan using to impact her audience? a. principle of primary b. principle of recency c. last in, first out method d. first in, last out method

b. principle of recency

Which of the following guidelines should be followed when developing main points for a speech? a. Discuss the more important points in depth. b. Increase coverage on minimal main points. c. Develop each point roughly the same amount. d. Integrate points to keep coverage efficient.

c. Develop each point roughly the same amount.

Which of the following best describes the application of main points, subpoints, and sub-subpoints in a preparation outline? a. specific to general b. beginning to end c. broad to detail d. cause to effect

c. broad to detail

In his speech, Tomas needs to inform the audience about a complex environmental topic and encourage them to take immediate action. What is the most important thing Tomas should do in the introduction to his speech? a. use the primacy principle b. tell a riveting narrative c. establish his credibility d. clarify his speech topic

c. establish his credibility

Taking the time to organize your ideas for a speech will help make it more ________. a. vivid b. formal c. listenable d. ethical

c. listenable

Tuyen wants to speak about the difficulties faced by refugees arriving in the community and ask members of his church to donate to the local refugee assistance program. What type of organizational pattern should Tuyen use to achieve his goal? a. topical pattern b. causal pattern c. problem-solution pattern d. spatial pattern

c. problem-solution pattern

Which of the following tips should you follow when using note cards for a speech? a. Strive to write six to eight key word lines on each note card. b. Write out the full speech so you don't skip key information. c. Limit the number of cards by writing notes on both sides. d. Place numbers on the cards to keep the proper sequence.

d. Place numbers on the cards to keep the proper sequence.

After developing a long list of main points for her speech, Maya needs to narrow them down. What should be Maya's rationale for retaining a particular main point to use in her speech? a. because it came from an expert source b. because it is an interesting concept c. because it fits her outline structure d. because it supports her main argument

d. because it supports her main argument

Juanita wants to inform her student audience about the concept of service leadership from its theoretical origins to popular contemporary usage. Which of the following would be the best organizational pattern for her to use? a. spatial pattern b. problem-and-solution pattern c. causal pattern d. chronological pattern

d. chronological pattern

Which of the following connectives is effective in helping the audience remember points that a speaker has already discussed? a. summative transition b. transitional recap c. topical signpost d. internal summary

d. internal summary