College Public Speaking USE THIS ONE
(True or False) A speech does not need to clearly defined goal to be effective.
(False)
(True or False) Facial expressions do not provide the reliable cues to help people listen better.
(False)
(True or False) Attitude and beliefs are shaped by values.
(True)
Which of the following domain suffixes indicated a nonprofit group? A. .org B. .net C. .com D. .gov
A (.org)
What are some techniques that can be used to eliminate speech anxiety? A. Breathing and visualization B. Using a speech already given C. Do not move while you speak D. Don't give the speech too many times
A (Breathing and visualization)
People with _____ are naturally anxious much of the time, whereas people with _____ will experience nervousness usually only in novel situations. A. High trait anxiety; low trait anxiety B. Moderate trait anxiety; no trait anxiety C. Low trait anxiety; high trait anxiety D. None of these
A (High trait anxiety; low trait anxiety)
People rarely respond to persuasion directed at their core values, so steer clear of topics that are: A. Highly charged B. Personal C. Novel D. Civic-minded
A (Highly charged)
Research suggest that college students in the US spend more time doing the following: A. Listening B. Speaking C. Reading D. Using technology
A (Listening)
People are more likely to pay attention to information if it ______. A. Strikes them as important B. Seems foreign to them C. Has no relation to familiar concepts D. Challenges their value system
A (Strikes them as important)
Which of the following is a Greek word meaning "character"? A. ethos B. logos C. pathos D. mythos
A (ethos)
Construction noise, automobile traffic, slamming doors and poor ventilation are examples of: A. External listening distractions B. Internal listening distractions C. Defensive listening D. Inattentiveness
A (external listening distractions)
The first step in the speech making process is A. Conducting research B. Analyze the audience C. Stating the purpose D. Select the topic
B (Analyze the audience)
What makes public speaking different from other forms of communication? A. Addressing a group of people B. Feedback and level of preparation C. Honesty and ability to connect D. Understanding peoples ideas and values
B (Feedback and level of preparation)
A question designed to check that all important information has been discussed is called a(n): A. open question B. clearinghouse question C. secondary question D. leading question
B (clearinghouse)
The body of a speech consists of: A. thesis statements and introductions B. main points, supporting points, and transitions C. specific purpose statements and internal summaries D. all of the options
B (main points, supporting points, and transitions)
The basic rule for avoiding plagiarism as a public speaker is as follows: A. Only sources for direct quotations should be acknowledged in oral form B. Only sources for paraphrases outside information should be acknowledged in oral form C. Any sources that require credit in written from should be acknowledged in oral form D. Even the sources for common knowledge should be acknowledged in oral form
C (Any sources that require credit in written form should be acknowledged in oral form)
An effective speech should be organized around _________. A. Supporting material B. Sub-points C. Main points D. Presentation aids How many main points
C (Main points) two or three
The summary portion of the speech should not: A. tell the audience what you have already told them B. summarize each main point of the speech C. be a rote recounting D. give the audience a sense of completion
C (be a rote recounting)
A speaker who uses vivid imagery: A. diminishes meaning B. distracts listeners from the main point from the speech C. encourages listeners involvement D. None of the options
C (encourages listeners involvement)
The final step in creating a working outline is to: A. label each speech part B. assign the speech title C. prepare a list of sources D. label and write out transitions
C (prepare a list of sources)
Most people retain what percentage of what they hear immediately after listening? a) 25% b) 35% c) 50% d) 75%
C) 50%
When narrowing a topic, the speaker should consider the: A. Time constraints B. Audience expectations C. Nature of the occasion D. All of the options
D (All of the options)
Effective transitions move the listeners from: A. one main point to the next B. main points to supporting points C. one supporting point to another supporting point D. all of the options
D (all of the options)
Speech humor should always match: A. the audience B. the topic C. the occasion D. all of the options
D (all of the options)
Brief stories of interesting, often humorous incidents based on real life are called: A. facts B. testimony C. statistics D. antecdotes
D (antecdotes)
This word refers to the deliberate falsification of information. A. Information B. Misinformation C. Propaganda D. Disinformation
D (disinformation)
(True or False) Following an outline will seem insincere and boring.
False
(True or False) Gender is not a demographic characteristic.
False
(True or False) Over-generalizations are supported conclusions.
False
(True or False) Speaking is communication activity that one one does more than any other.
False
(True or False) The channel is the content of communication process.
False
(True or False) There are two general speech purposes: to inform and to persuade.
False
True or false? "Everyone wears Adidas so you should, too" is an example of begging the question.
False
True or false? A PowerPoint will save an otherwise poorly planned speech.
False
True or false? A blog and social news sites should be considered reputable sources.
False
True or false? A speaker who cites statistics in a speech is not responsible for checking the reliability of the statistics.
False
True or false? A speaker's primary mission is to communicate through a showy multimedia visual display rather than through the spoken word and his or her physical presence.
False
True or false? A speech consisting of a story or a series of short stories should use the circular pattern of arrangement.
False
True or false? Abandoning your convictions in order to appeal to the audience centered.
False
True or false? Alliteration is the arrangement of words, phrases, or sentences in a similar form.
False
True or false? An appeal that deliberately arouses fear or anxiety in the audience has no legitimate place in public speaking.
False
True or false? As a general rule, the conclusion should comprise about one-third of the entire speech.
False
True or false? Brainstorming is not an effective way to select a speech topic.
False
True or false? Demographics are the psychological characteristics of a given population.
False
True or false? During a speech with presentation software, speakers should keep their eyes on the screen to avoid losing their place.
False
True or false? Empathetic listening is to evaluate and/or judge another's thoughts.
False
True or false? Handouts used for presentation aids should always be passed out before a speech begins.
False
True or false? In successful communication, including public speaking, listeners and speakers are selective.
False
True or false? Paralanguage refers to WHAT is said, not HOW something is said.
False
True or false? Preparation and practice can help you deliver an effective speech, but cannot help you alleviate public speaking anxiety.
False
True or false? Presentation aids should simply repeat the spoken information.
False
True or false? Public speaking skills will prevent you from entering the public conversation about social concerns.
False
True or false? Speakers should assume their audiences similar political affiliations.
False
True or false? Speaking from manuscript is considered to be best for brief speeches, such as toasts and introductions.
False
True or false? Speaking impromptu is the most natural way to deliver a message.
False
True or false? Speeches about people have the greatest potential of "crossing the line" into the persuasive realm.
False
True or false? The conclusion of the speech should be prepared before the speech body.
False
True or false? The first step of Monroe's motivated sequence pattern of arrangement is need.
False
True or false? The informative speech seeks to advocate, whereas the persuasive speech seeks to enlighten.
False
True or false? The larger the audience, the more likely you are to interact with them.
False
True or false? The problem-solution pattern may not have more than two points.
False
True or false? The specific speech purpose is the same thing as the thesis statement.
False
True or false? The speech introduction should capture the audience's attention, but it does not need to mention the topic and purpose of the speech.
False
True or false? There are four steps in Monroe's motivated sequence pattern of arrangement.
False
True or false? With information available today in so many forms, electronic and otherwise, we have little need for informative speeches.
False
True or false? it is recommended that speakers stand perfectly still behind a podium and do not walk around.
False
(True and False) In many instances, a speaker will be required to meet time constraints for a speech.
True
(True or False) All main points should support the speech's thesis.
True
(True or False) For most people, anxiety tends to be the highest just before speaking begins.
True
(True or False) Low trait anxious people get nervous when starting the speech but gain confidence throughout the speech.
True
(True or False) Preparation is needed more in public speaking than in any other form of communication.
True
(True or False) Speakers don't have to cite info that is considered common knowledge.
True
(True or False) The Greek word Ethos means "Character"
True
(True or False) To narrow your speech topic, you need to consider time constraints, audience expectations, and the nature of the occasion.
True
True or false? A main point should not introduce more than one idea.
True
True or false? A speaker should reveal the topic's relevance to the audience early on in the speech.
True
True or false? A speaker who relies on bandwagoning poses arguments that use general opinions as their bases.
True
True or false? Active listeners listen for the speaker's main ideas and watch for his or her nonverbal cues.
True
True or false? An anecdote is a brief story of interesting, humorous, or real-life incidents.
True
True or false? An appropriate organizational pattern can help listeners mentally organize ideas.
True
True or false? An argument is a stated position, with support for or against and idea or issue.
True
True or false? An example of lazy speech is saying "wanna" instead of "want to".
True
True or false? Arguments are composed of three elements: claims, evidence, and reasoning.
True
True or false? Claims of policy generally contain the word should and speak of an "ought" condition.
True
True or false? Colors evoke distinct associations in people.
True
True or false? Effective speakers often repeat words or phrases.
True
True or false? Effective speaking and effective writing both require a sense of who the audience is.
True
True or false? Enthusiasm is key to achieving effective vocal variety in a speech.
True
True or false? For persuasive change to endure, listeners must be convinced that they will somehow be rewarded.
True
True or false? If a speaker mumbles, he or she should practice speaking more loudly and with empathetic pronunciation.
True
True or false? In a topical pattern, points can be arranged in any order without negatively affecting one another.
True
True or false? In order to appeal to different audience members, a speaker should consider four learning styles: visual learners, aural learners, read/write learners, and kinesthetic learners.
True
True or false? Informative speeches can be organized using the topical, chronological, spatial, cause-effect, comparative advantage, circular or narrative pattern.
True
True or false? Key word outlines permit the greatest degree of eye contact.
True
True or false? Nonverbal communication can clarify the meaning of verbal messages.
True
True or false? One way to evaluate the credibility of a web site is to look for the last date the site was modified or updated.
True
True or false? Operational definitions define the topic by explaining what it does.
True
True or false? Paraphrasing alters the form but not the substance of another person's ideas.
True
True or false? Presentation aids should be used in a context that is appropriate to the topic, the audience, and the occasion.
True
True or false? Slander, or speech that is potentially harmful to an individual's reputation at work or in the community, is illegal.
True
True or false? Smiling is an effective way for the speaker to build a rapport with an audience.
True
True or false? Speakers who rely on presentation software risk performance difficulties due to technical errors.
True
True or false? Speaking from memory is the most natural way to deliver a message.
True
True or false? Speech topics should be relevant to the age interests of an audience.
True
True or false? Speeches about events focus on noteworthy occurrences, both past and present.
True
True or false? Speeches that rely on demonstration often work with the actual object, models of it, or visual aids that diagram it.
True
True or false? Statistics are quantified evidence that summarizes, compares, and predicts things.
True
True or false? Testimony comprises firsthand findings, eyewitness accounts, and opinions.
True
True or false? The background color of a presentation should remain constant.
True
True or false? The circumstance that calls for public response is known as the rhetorical situation.
True
True or false? The first step in organizing and outlining a speech is to create the main points.
True
True or false? The general goal of persuasive speaking is to influence, advocate, or ask listeners to accept the speaker's point of view.
True
True or false? The introduction of a speech tells the listeners where the speaker is taking them.
True
True or false? The thesis statement should be stated in a way that will motivate the audience to listen.
True
True or false? The three most widely used formats for documenting internet sources are APA, MLA, and the Chicago style.
True
True or false? The words old, thing, big, and bad are all examples of abstract language.
True
True or false? Unnecessary and undesirable words used to cover pauses are called vocal fillers.
True
True or false? Using the active verb form and parallel grammatical structure keeps the presentation aid simple.
True
Speech evaluations a) are usually more helpful when they are objective in nature b) aren't worth reading c) are designed to make you feel embarrassed about your speech d) None of these options are correct
a) are usually more helpful when they are objective in nature
Construction noise, automobile traffic, slamming doors and poor ventilation are examples of a) external listening distractions b) internal listening distractions c) defensive listening d) inattentiveness
a) external listening distractions
Which kind of outline is usually brief contains key words or phrases? a) Working b) Speaking c) specific d) operational
b) Speaking
Which of the following is not a way for a speaker to demonstrate respect for the audience? a) Focus on issues rather than personalities b) address issues only from one's own point of view c) Avoid in-group and out-group distinctions d) allow the audience the power to rational choice
b) address issues only from one's own point of view
If the speaker's verbal and nonverbal messages do not correspond, which cues are usually the most honest? a) Verbal b) nonverbal c) selective d) listening echoes
b) nonverbal
Benefits of public speaking do not include a) gaining real-life skills b) advancing professional goals c) improving intrapersonal skills d) enhancing your career as a student
c) improving intrapersonal skills
The purpose of a(n) ________ speech is to increase the audience's understanding and awareness of the topic. a) Commemorative b) persuasive c) informative d) challenge
c) informative
Laziness and overconfidence in listening are manifested by a) expecting too little from the speaker b) displaying an arrogant attitude c) ignoring important information d) all the options are correct
d) All of the options are correction
Which part of the speech represents the speaker's last opportunity to motivate listeners and memorably state the theme of the speech? a) introduction b) body c) outline d) conclusion
d) Conclusion
