Module 3 Quiz

what are the advantages and disadvantages of using presentation technology in a speech?

The advantages of using presentation technology in a speech are that when used well, it is a great boon to communication and makes the speaker look credible and well prepared. Some of the disadvantages to using presentation technology in a speech are that sometimes it can dominate the speech. It can also distract the audience and lose the message in a flurry of sounds and images. In some cases, the speaker goes through poorly designed slides and reads the slides word for word as they appear on the screen.

which of the following is discussed in your textbook as a way to use language clearly? a) all options are b) use familiar language c) use concrete words d) eliminate clutter

a) all options are

which of the following would probably be the best kind of visual aid to illustrate the increasing size of incoming freshman classes? a) line graph b) pie chart c) diagram d) TV

a) line graph

t/f: if the meaning of a word is clear to you, you can assume that it is also clear to your audience

false

t/f: you should usually avoid choosing speech topics that you feel strongly about

false

what are especially valuable for showing an audience statistical trends and patterns?

graphs

if given the choice between passing a photo around or using a projector and showing it to the whole class which should you choose?

projector

brainstorming is especially helpful when you are having trouble______?

selecting a topic

t/f: abstract words are easier to misinterpret than are concrete words

true

t/f: no matter how you go about choosing a speech topic, it is important to start the process early

true

t/f: speakers, who have visual aids are usually seen as more credible and better prepared

true