PUBLIC SPEAKING TESTS

Cultural Noise

disagreement about the need for welfare

Which of the following vocal qualities provides a form of auditory punctuation for your speech?

inflection

The breathe and release relaxations technique involves all but which of the following?

lie down on a comfortable surface

When preparing for a speech, you should always ___________________.

picture yourself giving your speech while you practice out loud

Which part(s) of your speech should be memorized?

the introduction and conclusion

When Camille gives her speech on how coffee is made, she constantly pushes her hair out of her face, plays with her necklace, and taps her fingers on the podium. How can she improve her delivery in her next presentation?

She can work to maintain control over her nonverbal.

Tyrell wants to describe the features of the world's largest haunted house. He will most likely be using which type of organizational pattern?

spatial

Points are arranged by their physical and geographical relationships

spatial arrangement

When preparing for your speech, you should ________________.

speak and listen to yourself

A ____________ outline should focus on the delivery of the speech. This includes writing short, succinct words or phrases, and copying the speech on index cards.

speaking

Psychological Noise

stress about an upcoming class reunion

We can never be completely understood by another person.

true

Which of the following would be an example of a thesis statement?

"Bog turtle habitats must be protected because the species is nearly extinct, their habitats are sensitive to intrusions, and building development will almost certainly wipe out the remaining population of turtles."

Which of the following factors has an influence on the speaker's delivery?

all of the above have an influence on the speaker's delivery

This aspect of worldview is likely to govern what ideas the audience will accept as true or false.

ontology

When Andre is outlining his speech on football, he lists his main points as: the origins of football, evolution of football throughout the years, and football today. This example refers to which of the following speaking competencies?

clear organization

Chau wants to teach her audience about the features of green, black and white tea. She will most likely be using which type of organizational pattern?

comparative

The condition of being able to discuss a topic intelligently with others is known as being ________________.

conversant

Melissa's first presentation at college was a disaster. She did not prepare well in advance so her speech was poorly organized and lacked supporting details. Now, each time she has to give a presentation she expects it will go poorly. This is likely do to:

her frame of reference

If you don't practice your speech out loud, it will be difficult to tell _______________.

how long your speech will be

Kristen has been asked at the last moment to give a toast at a retirement party. What delivery technique will she be using?

impromptu delivery

Imagining the audience in their underwear is likely to

none of the above

The external situation causes this type anxiety.

State Anxiety

Angus is speaking in monotone. He asks the audience a rhetorical question, but most of the audience members don't realize this because his voice does not go up at the end of the sentence. This is an example of using poor __________________.

pitch and inflection

This aspect of worldview is likely to govern a speaker's preferred delivery style and selection of visual aids.

praxeology

A ______________________ outline should focus on the material of the speech. This includes refining your thesis and specific purpose statement , and ensuring all you main points are well-supported.

preparation

Stephanie wants to discuss the dangers of limiting the power of labor unions and the benefits of repealing laws against collective bargaining. She will most likely be using which type of organizational pattern?

problem solution

At last year's office party, Kosi got up to sing karaoke, only to find he had forgotten all the words to the song. He was laughed at by coworkers, and he was very embarrassed. At the office party this year people ask Kosi to sing, but because of last year's incident, he declines. This is an example of _______________.

state anxiety

Marshall is very nervous for his speech, and finds himself mumbling and stumbling over some of his words. This example refers to which of the following speaking competencies?

suitable vocal expression

If you're nervous to present your speech, you should ______________.

take a deep breath and relax your body

Which of the following is not true about effective speeches?

the longer they are, the better

What is the biggest potential problem with selecting a topic at random?

the topic may not be useful or meaningful to the audience

Which of the following is not one of the five core aspects of worldview?

theology

Which of the following is NOT true about the main points of a speech?

there should be three to eight main points

All of the following are general purposes for public speaking except

to motivate

Which of the following would be an example of a general purpose statement?

to persuade

Bess wants to show audience members three ways life will be different in the future based on current scientific research. She will most likely be using what type of organizational pattern?

topical

Points are developed separately and linked by the thesis

topical arrangement

Miguel has always had a hard time talking with people; and his family and friends consider him to be shy. What type of anxiety is he suffering from?

trait anxiety

Using "First," "Second," and "Third" to enumerate your sub points would best be described as the use of

transitional statements

An effective introduction establishes the credibility of the speaker.

true

Internal previews tell the audience what to expect, and they help keep your audience on track.

true

Learning about public speaking can help you learn to critically evaluate other people's speeches.

true

Public Speaking is more formal than conversation.

true

Public speaking has been taught for thousands of years.

true

The body of a speech is generally prepared before the introduction.

true

The specific purpose statement generally does not appear in your speech.

true

Before giving a speech, Samantha imagines that she will trip on the way up to the podium, drop her notes, and fumble her visual aid. To best deal with her communication apprehension, she should:

visualize success

Which of the following visualization techniques would likely be most effective at reducing communication apprehension?

visualize the audience listening attentively to you

Vocal variation, intensity, pacing and use of fillers are a part of which of the speaking competencies?

vocal expression

Obi speaks very quietly during his speech, and he tends to mumble. Obi's audience has trouble hearing him because he is not speaking very clearly. This is an example of using poor _________________.

vocal quality

Anxiety that results from the feeling of being watched.

Scrutiny Fear

Noise can only be physical.

true

Shannon and Weaver's linear model of communication was first proposed in

1949

The author recommends that the speaker look at his/her notes approximately _______________percent of the time?

20%

What percentage of the U.S. population has a high degree of communication apprehension?

20%

The author recommends that speakers check which of the following prior to their time to speak?

A, B, and C only

Which of the following is a benefit of maintaining eye contact with the audience?

All of the above

Which of the following is a problem with the linear model of communication?

All of the above are problems with the linear model of communication

Which of the following is a professional benefit of learning public speaking?

All of the above are professional benefits of learning public speaking

Which of the following would be an example of a specific purpose statement?

At the end of my speech, my audience will be convinced that zoning laws should prohibit building on bog turtle habitats

One's viewpoint or perspective that impacts thoughts and behaviors

Frame of Reference

Anxiety that results from one's personality make-up.

Trait Anxiety

We interpret a speaker differently when we can see and hear the speaker versus when we can just hear the speaker.

True

Which of the following is an appropriate clothing item for a speech?

a button-down shirt or blouse

Physical Noise

a jet flying overhead

Physiological Noise

a migraine headache

Communication apprehension is _______________.

a resultant condition

What is the last step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence?

action appeal

As Rosa is writing her speech on the major cities in Puerto Rico, she finds pictures of each city to show during her presentation. This example refers to which of the following speaking competencies?

adept use of visual aids

Sonia practices gesturing towards her visual aid during her speech, and making eye contact with the audience. This example refers to which of the following speaking competencies?

adept use of visual aids

Communication apprehension can have a negative impact on:

all of the above

Practicing speech out loud will allow speakers to:

all of the above

During Leela's speech she says, "Whatcha wanna do is make sure you know who to contact." This is an example of using poor ___________.

articulation

The best strategy for managing stress in a speech is to

be well prepared and confident

A persuasive speech in which the problem and solution are evident and in which most claims are supported with evidence would be considered which level of speaking ability?

beginning

Bill wants to give a speech showing his audience the impact of one's online activities and persona on the job application process. He will most likely be using which type of organizational pattern?

causal

Points are arranged by the reason for a problem and the consequences of the problem

cause-effect arrangement

Jose wants to describe the evolution of Stonehenge for his audience. He will most likely be using which type of organizational pattern?

chronological

The main points are developed in the order that they happened.

chronological arrangement

Andrew gives a speech on the benefits of biking to work instead of driving. He cites Yahoo Answers and his older brother as sources, and often strays off topic. Andrew needs to work on_____________.

developing a clearer organizational strategy

According to a recent study quoted in your text, the most important skills employers are seeking in college graduates are

good speaking and presentation skills

Barney will be giving a report on the current status of the company budget at a staff meeting. He will be using a keyword outline. What delivery technique is he using?

extemporaneous delivery

A strong introduction guarantees your speech will be successful.

false

As a communicator, it is always possible to ensure that the message you wish to convey is interpreted as you intended.

false

Humans' ability to use a formalized system to communicate makes them superior to animals.

false

In a speaking outline, the main points and the sub points of the speech appear in full sentences.

false

It is impossible to receive messages from other people at the same time we are sending messages.

false

It is not necessary to verbally cite your sources in a speech if you put them on a slide and show them at the end of your speech.

false

Presenting a speech with a generic or canned message shows mastery of the topic selection speaking competency.

false

The ability to give good speeches is inborn and cannot be changed through training.

false

"Now that we have seen some of the symptoms of heart disease, let's look at some of the treatments," is most accurately described as a

internal preview

In the outline format below, Roman numeral II represents a(n):

main point

Being conversant during your speech means ________________.

making it up on the spot

Marcus is delivering a speech verbatim from a teleprompter. What delivery technique is he using?

manuscript delivery

Alberta is delivering a speech verbatim without the use of any notes. What delivery technique is she using?

memorized delivery

Elaina doesn't mind writing and delivering a speech, but the thought of so many people watching her while she talks makes her nervous. This is an example of ______________.

scrutiny fear

The fear of being watched or being observed is known as:

scrutiny fear

Erica has to give a presentation in front of a group of co-workers. She is feeling nervous and is surprised because she never had any problems giving presentations in her classes. What kind of anxiety is she suffering from?

situational anxiety