Speech 101 Ch 10

What is a conclusion in which the speech builds to a peak of power and intensity?

A crescendo ending

For her preview statement in a speech on credit card debt, Michelle said, "I have struggled, as I'm sure others in this group have, with credit card debt, and that is what I wish to speak about this morning. Credit card debt is one of the major problems facing the American consumer today. According to government sources, the credit card delinquency rate (that is, the percentage of credit card holders more than 90 days late in their payments) has risen 15% this year." Which of the following is a typical function of a preview statement that Michelle did not provide?

Listing the main points of the speech

Juan is speaking at a senior center about the advantages of buying items online. Knowing that many of his listeners no longer drive, Juan makes a point of mentioning in his introduction that buying online is convenient and eliminates the need to go to a store. What technique for capturing his audience's attention has Juan used?

Relating the topic to the audience

A good way to reinforce the central idea in the conclusion of your speech is to

summarize your speech.

Which of the following types of stories would be effective for use in the introduction to a speech?

A story about how a group you were with on a trip saved someone from serious injury or death A story about how you learned something surprising about someone close to you A little-told story about how someone who is now famous overcame difficulties to achieve success

Svetlana is giving a speech in which she advocates for an increase in the US budget for foreign aid. Which of the following speech openers would be a good way for her to capture her audience's attention?

According to Chris Santos, a researcher for the World Food Organization, almost 500 million people depend on foreign aid.

Andre is almost finished with his speech on the importance of racially and ethnically inclusive politics. Which of the following would be an example of an effective concluding statement?

As Martin Luther King, Jr., once said, '"We may have all come on different ships, but we're in the same boat now."

Sonia is preparing a speech about the health benefits of adding more fresh fruits and vegetables to the diet despite the convenience of chips, energy bars, and other processed foods. Which of the following would be the most forceful conclusion to her speech?

As writer Michael Pollan has said, "If it came from a plant, eat it; if it was made in a plant, don't."

Trey plans to give a speech on the sophisticated measures used to make money difficult to counterfeit. He has prepared slides to show several features, including watermarks and color-shifting ink, that help identify real money. In addition to these slides, which of following is a visual aid that Trey might consider as an appropriate opener in his introduction to get the attention of his audience?

Close-up, side-by-side photographs of a real $100 bill and a counterfeit $100 bill

Katya is giving a speech about her passion for raising chickens to a group of gardeners in the city where she lives, and she is deciding what to say in the introduction to her speech. Which of the following would likely gain the attention of the audience by directly relating her topic to them?

Composted chicken manure serves as an excellent fertilizer. Chickens help get rid of insects and other garden pests.

Which of the following is not one of the objectives of the introduction of a speech?

Developing main points with examples and research

What is a recommended guideline to follow when starting your speech?

Don't start talking immediately.

Xander is giving a speech on the negative effects of caffeine. He knows that most of his listeners are daily coffee or tea drinkers and that they will resist his suggestions to cut back on caffeine. Which of the following statements would be an effective way for Xander to establish goodwill in the introduction to his speech?

Don't worry, I'm not going to suggest cutting out caffeine altogether. I would never make you give up your morning cup of coffee.

Which of the following are tips for preparing the conclusion of a speech?

End strongly. Do not be long-winded. Work out your conclusion in detail.

Which actions should you take as you start your presentation?

Establish eye contact with the audience before you begin speaking Wait until the audience has quieted down to begin speaking

Todd is giving a speech on the importance of investing. During his speech, he tells the audience that he has a degree in finance and has worked for a major brokerage for 10 years. What has Todd done by sharing this information?

Established his credibility

True or false: One of the major functions of the conclusion of a speech is to establish your credibility with the audience.

False

True or false: Visual aids in a speech should be used only while presenting the main points in the body of the speech.

False

Pablo is giving a speech on his favorite book. He finishes his presentation by saying, "The finesse with which the author handled the conflict between the two main characters really solidified The Hidden Mind as my favorite book. William Caller is obviously a talented writer whose work will continue to entertain and challenge readers." Why is Pablo's conclusion not effective?

He did not signal the end of the speech.

Nathan asks his audience a rhetorical question. What does he expect from his listeners?

He expects them to answer his question in their heads.

Mari gives the following introduction for her speech on Yellowstone National Park: "I love the outdoors. Have you ever just sat outside and listened to the birds? It's extremely peaceful and a great way to unwind after a long week at work or school. A park, particularly a national park with a campground, is a perfect place to get out and enjoy the outdoors." Which of the following is true of Mari's introduction?

It does not reveal the topic.

Which of the following is not a true statement about the conclusion of a speech?

It is the part of the speech in which a speaker should try to establish rapport with the audience.

Which of the following are reasons to use the conclusion to reinforce your speech's central idea?

It will make the last impression forceful and favorable. It will strengthen the audience's commitment to the central idea. It will increase the audience's understanding.

Leila is giving a speech about a new café that recently opened near her college campus. Her audience consists of her fellow classmates. Which of the following would be ways for her to relate her topic effectively to her listeners during the introduction?

Listing several tasty items the café sells that fit within student budgets Mentioning that the café's location makes it easy to stop there between classes

Which of the following are recommended guidelines for the preparation of a speech introduction?

Make note of any possible introductory materials you see during research. Keep the introduction relatively brief. Be creative and experiment with two or three different openings.

Which of the following is an effective way to reinforce the central idea in the conclusion of your speech?

Making a dramatic statement

Annie is giving a speech on the dangers of drinking and driving and wants to end on an especially dramatic note to reinforce the serious consequences. Which of the following is a dramatic statement that fits Annie's goal?

Maybe you think you can get away with drunk driving, but you can't. Just hope you're caught before you hurt someone.

Which of the following is not a tip for preparing the conclusion of your speech?

Prepare a long conclusion.

Tara is giving a speech on the how to get a U.S. passport for the first time. During her speech, she tells the audience the requirements for making an application and then the steps that must be followed. In her conclusion, she begins by saying, "In conclusion, when you apply for a passport, you will need proof of citizenship, a photo ID, a filled-out application form, and a photo that meets specific requirements. When you present these items at an acceptance facility, you will also need to pay a fee." How is Tara meeting the major objectives of a conclusion?

She has signaled the end of her speech. She has given a summary of the main points of the speech.

Latifah begins her speech by asking, "Have you ever been walking down the street when suddenly you begin to feel lightheaded? Have you ever been standing in a store and had your vision go blurry? Have you ever been in a restaurant and for no reason break into a sweat?" Why does Latifah ask multiple questions?

She is drawing the listeners deeper into the speech.

Misty begins her conclusion by saying, "My purpose today has been to explain the benefits of eating organic produce. As you might know, these benefits extend not only to you but also to the environment." How is Misty's conclusion effective in cuing the audience that her speech is about to end?

She starts off with the phrase "my purpose today has been."

What is the name of the element of a conclusion that spells out what the central idea and the main points of the speech were?

Summary

If you were giving a speech on prostate cancer, which of the following would be a good way to begin the speech and capture the audience's attention?

Telling a story about someone who has suffered from the illness

What is the credibility of a speaker?

The audience's perception that the speaker is qualified to speak on the topic of the speech

Which part of a speech establishes rapport with the audience and boosts the speaker's confidence if done effectively?

The introduction

Which of the following statements is true about using an attention-getting quotation to get the interest of the audience in your speech?

The quotation should be relatively short.

What are recommended guidelines for using visual aids in the introduction of a speech?

They should be chosen strategically. They should relate directly to the speech topic. They should be in good taste.

Miriyam begins her persuasive speech on the need for tougher animal cruelty laws by telling a story about a puppy named Sam whose legs were broken when his owner threw him out of a moving car. Which of the following would be an effective way for her to give her speech psychological unity in her conclusion?

Think back to Sam, the puppy I mentioned in the introduction. He eventually healed and lives a happy life, but not every animal is so lucky.

Chati is giving a speech about food from Thailand, where he was born. His audiences consists of his classmates, most of whom grew up in the United States. He introduces the lecture by mentioning that one of the foods he misses most from Thailand is a fruit called durian. He says, "Many people from Southeast Asia, me included, call durian the king of fruits, both because of its large size and its delicious flavor. However, the sharp spikes covering its skin is not the reason why durian is banned from hotels and public transportation in some places." What is Chati's purpose with this introduction?

To arouse the curiosity of his listeners to gain their attention

What are major objectives of the introduction of a speech?

To generate goodwill To establish your credibility

Which of the following are functions of the conclusion of a speech?

To reinforce the audience's understanding or commitment to the central idea To let the audience know you are ending

What is an essential function of the conclusion?

To reinforce the central idea of the speech

Which of the following is a major objective of the introduction of a classroom speech?

To reveal the topic

True or false: You should practice the delivery of the conclusion.

True

Which of the following are effective delivery cues recommended for speakers to signal that their speech is about to end?

Using the voice to build to a high point Fading away or dissolving

Which of the following statements are true concerning the audience's attention during a speech introduction?

You risk losing your audience if you don't capture their interest in the introduction.

What is term for the audience's perception of how well a person is qualified to speak on a given topic?

credibility

Ahn begins her speech by saying, "Most of us have, at one time or another, belonged to a group that felt like family. This group probably had certain expectations for how you acted, maybe what you wore, even what you believed. But did this group dictate your every move? Did other members try to stop you from talking to your family or forbid you from going home? For five years my cousin Deidre experienced control like this. Who would impose these kinds of rules on another person? The answer: a cult." Ahn has captured her audience's attention by appealing to their

curiosity.

Fergus is giving a speech on the importance of getting a home inspection before buying a house. In his introduction, he tells a story about his uncle, who refused to get an inspection because he thought it was too expensive but later had to spend thousands after the faulty electrical wiring started a fire in the kitchen. In his conclusion, Fergus refers to this story as a final way to reinforce his central idea. Fergus has

given his speech psychological unity.

You should establish ______ in the introduction of the speech.

goodwill

You give your speech psychological unity when you use the conclusion to reinforce the central idea by referring to the ____________ .

introduction or beginning

The statement in the introduction of a speech that identifies the main points to be discussed in the body is the ______ statement.

preview

If you begin your speech by startling your audience with a provocative or shocking statement, you should be certain that this statement is

relevant to your speech topic.

If you are unable to capture the attention and interest of your audience during the speech introduction, you

risk losing the audience.

Erica begins her speech by saying, "Men in the audience: please stand up. Now I'll ask every other man, starting from this side of each row, to please sit down. Thank you. Those of you still standing represent 1 out of every 2 men in the class. As it happens, that is the proportion of men who will develop some type of invasive cancer in his lifetime." Erica has captured her listeners' attention by

startling the audience.

One way to gain your audience's interest is to ______ your topic.

state the importance of

Karissa is giving a speech about malaria to her class. In her introduction she says, "According to the World Health Organization, about 3.4 billion people—almost one-half the world's population—are at risk for contracting malaria." Karissa is capturing the audience's attention by

stating the importance of her topic.

Fatima is giving a speech on the three uses of apostrophes and ends her speech by saying, "In conclusion, we have looked at the important role of apostrophes in the English language. You now know that apostrophes can indicate possession, form a contraction, and indicate time and measurements." Fatima has

summarized her main points to end her speech.