Comprehensive Exam - Public Speaking - Chapter 15

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Of all the types of speeches we are most likely to have to give during our lives, many of them will fall into the: A. Introduction category B. Special occasion category C. Persuasive category D. Informative category

B. Special occasion category

A speech given by the recipient of a prize or honor is called a: A. Speech of introduction B. Speech of acceptance C. Speech of presentation D. Speech of dedication

B. Speech of acceptance

If a politician gets caught doing something unethical, he/she may want to consider giving a: A. Speech of dedication B. Speech of apology C. Speech of regret D. Speech of farewell

B. Speech of apology

Which component is NOT one of the three typical components of a speech of acceptance: A. Thank the givers of the award or honor B. Thank those who helped you achieve your goal C. Explain why you deserve the award D. Put the award or honor into perspective

C. Explain why you deserve the award

A roast is a: A. Speech designed to congratulate, appreciate, or remember B. Mini speech given by the host of a ceremony C. Humorous speech that jokingly insults a person being honored D. None of the above

C. Humorous speech that jokingly insults a person being honored

Motivational speeches utilizes: A. Fear B. Sadness C. Joy D. All of the above

D. All of the above

Sometimes a veteran will give a speech after returning home from war. This speech might be a: A. Hero speech B. Survivor speech C. Motivational speech D. All of the above

D. All of the above

A simple system to use for eulogies is the: A. Speech of farewell format B. Religious speech format C. Survivor speech format D. Praise-lament-console format

D. Praise-lament-console format

Different speech situations have their own conventions and rules with regard to: A. Time B. Grammar C. Eye Contact D. Pacing E. A & D

E. A & D

All special occasion speeches should be extremely brief. True or False

False

It's important for an introductory speaker to spend the first 10 minutes of their speech introducing themselves. True or False

False

Remember that being a competent speaker is NOT about being socially appropriate. True or False

False

The goal of a special occasion speech is ultimately to stir an audience's emotions and make them feel a certain way in response to the situation or occasion. True or False

True

When a new hospital wing is opening, often times it includes a speech of dedication. True or False

True

When preparing a speech of dedication, start by explaining how you are involved in the dedication and/or who is being honored in the dedication. True or False

True

When preparing a speech of presentation, it's always important to ask how long the speech should be. True or False

True

When giving a speech of acceptance, it is important to: A. Give credit to those who helped you achieve it B. Avoid humor C. Explain why it is deserved D. None of the above

A. Give credit to those who helped you achieve it

A Eulogy is defined as a poem or song of mourning. True or False

False

A humorous speech that makes a serious point can be called an after-dinner speech. True or False

True

A special occasion speech can be heard at weddings, award banquettes, funerals, and retirement parties. True or False

True

A speech of commencement is designed to recognize a celebrate the achievements of a graduating class. True or False

True

A speech of introduction is a mini-speech given by the host of a ceremony that introduces another speaker and their speech. True or False

True

Conveying proper emotion for the situation is important for a special occasion speech. True or False

True

It is important to focus your attention toward the people being toasted, both by physically looking at them and by keeping your message about them. True or False

True


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