coms exam pt.1

the underlying theoretical principle of the following communication studies discipline is a. Dramatistic Theory (X) b. Narrative Theory c. Communication Process Theory d. Semiotic Theory e. Group Communication Theory

(NOT dramatistic theory)

how many elements are there in the communication process

7

"Lay" testimony does what to your speech a. bring statistics into the presentation b. makes abstract topics real for the listener c. brings analogies into the speech d. humanizes and personalizes the topic for the listener e. B and D

B and D

the best source for numerical data about life in the United States is a. Guide to American Facts and Figures b. United States Statistical Index c. Statistical Abstract of the United States d. Webster's Guide to Facts and Figures e. Public Affairs Information Service Bulletin

Statistical Abstract of the United States

which of the following is out of place in a speech to inform a. advocating b. explaining c. reporting d. demonstrating e. teaching

advocating

the "thematic statement" in the introduction of a speech should be a. written as a complete sentence b. expressed as a statement, not a question c. use literal language d. all of the above e. A and B only

all of the above

when conducting a professional interview, you should a. avoid questions you can answer without the interview b. avoid question that are hostile, leading and loaded c. ask tough questions d. all the above e. none of the above

all of the above

which of the following is recommended in you text, and lecture, for reinforcing the central idea in a speech conclusion a. end with a quotation b. make a dramatic statement c. refer to the introduction d. all of the above e. A and B only

all of the above

primary source material is a. objective b. factual c. truthful d. verifiable e. all the above

all the above

statistics are easily manipulated, distorted, and used unethically at times. Therefore, an ethical user of statistics in a speech follows what rules a. cites them b. shows them c. explains them d. all the above e. none of the above

all the above

when used to lessen communication apprehension, systematic desensitization, means you do what a. focus on the positive aspects of your speech b. find ways to physically relax when faced with anxiety producing stimuli c. change your cognition from negative to positive d. all the above e. none of the above

all the above

an important value of using expert testimony in a speech is to

build the credibility of speakers who are not experts on their topics

according to the text and lecture, brainstorming is especially helpful when you are having trouble a. choosing a speech topic b. determining the general purpose c. determining the specific purpose d. phrasing the central idea e. analyzing the audience

choosing a speech topic

which organizational pattern would be most effective for arranging the main points of a process speech

chronological

One of the ways speakers analyze audiences is by looking at traits such as age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, group membership, and racial, ethnic and cultural background. According to your textbook, what is this called

demographic audience analysis

when preparing an introduction for a speech to an audience in opposition to your point of view, you should be especially careful to

establish credibility and show goodwill

Speechmaking is a form of power and therefore carries with it heavy __________ responsibilities.

ethical

Research shows that ___________ have more impact on listener's actions and beliefs than any other form of supporting material

examples

according to your textbook, if you quoted Joy Perkins Newman, a National Institutes of Health researcher, on the causes of adolescent depression, what kind of testimony would you be using

expert

which of the following aspects of public speaking is least likely to strengthen your skills as a critical thinker

practicing the delivery of your speech

the main value of using statistics in a speech is to

quantify the speaker's ideas

according to your textbook and lecture, brief enumerating statements that help listeners follow your ideas by indicating exactly where you are in the speech are called

signposts

when ideas follow a directional pattern, they are organized in

spatial order

The conclusion of a speech is an appropriate time to

summarize and reinforce commitment to the central idea

all of the following are basic objectives of speech introduction EXCEPT a. establish credibility and show goodwill b. support your main points c. reveal the theme of your speech d. preview the body of the speech e. get the audience's attention and interest

support your main points

according to your text, and lecture, the guidelines for ethical listening in a public speaking situation include a. suspend judgement and maintain the free and open expression of ideas b. judging the speaker based on her or his prestige c. taking accurate notes of what the speaker says d. all of the above e. A and B only

suspend judgement and maintain the free and open expression of ideas

the most effective order of main points in a speech depends on

you topic, purpose, and audience

which of the following is recommended to avoid plagiarism a. avoid using direct quotations from other people in your speech b. try to use as few sources as possible in researching your speech c. avoid citing quotations and paraphrases in your speech d. cite your sources and give credit where its due e. make sure you include information from the library in your speech

cite your sources and give credit where its due

When college students listen to professor's informative lectures, generally they are engaged in which types of listening

comprehensive

Ahmed is listening to a political candidate's speech for purposes of deciding whether to accept or reject the speaker's message. According to your textbook, Ahmed is engaged in _____________ listening

critical

when you employ the power of visualization as a method of controlling stage fright, you should

focus on the positive aspects of your speech

which of the following is one of the four major causes of poor listening discussed in the text and the listening lecture

focusing on a speaker's appearance or delivery

When used in a speech introduction, telling a story, asking a question, making a startling statement, and arousing curiosity are all methods of

gaining the attention of the audience

to paraphrase is to

give the gist of someone's statement in your own words

the three main speech types are a. amusing, entertaining, and persuading b. educating, informing, and entertaining c. informing, educating, and persuading d. informing, persuading, and entertaining e. persuading, convincing, and amusing

informing, persuading, and entertaining

Michael is preparing a persuasive speech for class in opposition to gun control. The most important factor for Michael to consider when analyzing his audience is probably a. its disposition toward the topic b. its disposition toward the occasion c. its disposition toward the speaker d. A, B, and C e. none of the above

its disposition toward the topic

which of the following is recommended as a way to improve your listening a. try to remember everything the speaker says b. pay close attention to feedback from other listeners c. concentrate on the speaker's gestures and eye contact d. suspend judgement until you hear all the speaker has to say e. do not take written notes as the speech is in progress

suspend judgement until you hear all the speaker has to say

the part of the library that contains encyclopedias, yearbooks, dictionaries, biographical aids, atlases, and indexes is usually called

the reference section

the primary purpose of speechmaking is a. to gain a desired response from the audience b. to learn more about the speech topic c. to gain experience as a speaker d. to try out new ideas with an audience e. to display the speaker's knowledge

to gain a desired response from the audience

which of the following organizational patterns is used more than any other method of speech organization because of its applicability to almost any subject

topical

Words or phrases that indicate when a speaker has completed one thought and is moving on to another are called

transitions