FER Speech II
101. The use of statistics and facts is desirable when making an appeal to _________. A. logos B. pathos C. ethos D. mythos
A
103. Which of the following is NOT one of Maslow's hierarchy of needs? A. Attention B. Love/belonging C. Esteem D. Self-actualization
A
109. "Condoning the corrupt operations of criminal online gaming interests will only serve to allow more innocent victims in our community to fall prey to this deplorable vice" is an example of which fallacy? A. Loaded word fallacy B. Straw man fallacy C. Guilt by association fallacy D. Ad hominem fallacy
A
114. Effective tributes and eulogies A. provide inspiration. B. are lighthearted and entertaining. C. avoid emotion. D. rely on an impromptu delivery.
A
116. For a(n) ____ , only the group members attend and there is no audience. A. round table discussion B. oral report C. forum D. panel discussion
A
122. During a videoconference, speakers should A. speak clearly and crisply. B. organize their materials while others group members are speaking. C. go over their time limit if needed so all information is presented. D. exaggerate gestures to be sure the camera captures them.
A
128. As the best man for your friend's wedding, you are expected to give a special toast at the wedding reception. What type of speech should you prepare? A. A speech of tribute B. An elevator speech C. A roast D. Public testimony
A
129. A discussion in which a moderator asks questions of experts on a topic in front of an audience is called a _____________________. A. panel discussion B. round table discussion C. symposium D. forum
A
84. According to your text, in applying the cause-and-effect pattern of organization to speeches on questions of fact, the speaker must clearly demonstrate ________. A. causation B. correlation C. visualization D. implication
A
92. The naturalistic enthymeme suggests A. audiences assume that unless there's evidence to the contrary, a camera captures a realistic and natural view of what they would see. B. audiences are more easily persuaded by images of nature than by other types of images. C. audiences are naturally inclined to be persuaded by logical arguments that are accompanied by images. D. None of these describes the naturalistic enthymeme.
A
96. Syllogisms are used in _______ reasoning. A. deductive B. causal C. inductive D. analogical
A
97. An argument in which a speaker suggests that because a claim hasn't been shown to be false, it must be true is known as A. an ad ignorantiam fallacy. B. a red herring fallacy. C. a straw man fallacy. D. a hasty generalization.
A
99. Division, hasty generalization, and weak analogy are examples of fallacies in A. reasoning. B. claims. C. responding. D. evidence.
A
102. Emotional appeals in one's speech are an appeal to _________. A. logos B. pathos C. ethos D. mythos
B
105. "Mythos" is the term coined to designate appeals to ___________________. A. emotions B. cultural beliefs C. logic D. credibility
B
117. In a(n) ____ , one person from the group gives the presentation. A. round table discussion B. oral report C. forum D. panel discussion
B
123. What is an elevator speech? A. A speech that is delivered in an elevator B. A short, high-impact presentation that impressively explains who you are, what you do, or what you would like to do professionally C. A speech that elevates a key moral principle D. None of these describes an elevator speech.
B
125. Which of the following is NOT a type of special occasion speech? A. After-dinner speech B. Persuasive speech C. Award presentation D. Tribute
B
83. According to your textbook, which of the following organizational patterns is generally more effective for questions of value? A. Chronological B. Spatial C. Topical D. All of the above answers are correct.
B
85. The solution to a problem is discussed in which of the five motivated sequence steps? A. Solvency B. Satisfaction C. Visualization D. Remedy
B
88. The ________ element of an argument indicates the strength of an assertion. A. reasoning B. qualifier C. evidence D. claim
B
91. ________, one type of appeal, typically relies on communicating cultural beliefs, values, and history. A. Ethos B. Mythos C. Logos D. Pathos
B
94. "Compact fluorescent light bulbs save energy and last longer. The light bulb I bought is compact fluorescent, so it will save energy and last longer" is an example of _____________ reasoning. A. inductive B. deductive C. causal D. cause-and-effect
B
98. Slippery slope fallacy, begging the question, and false dilemma fallacy are examples of fallacies in A. reasoning. B. claims. C. responding. D. evidence.
B
106. When a speaker supports a claim with specific instances or examples she is utilizing ______________ reasoning. A. causal B. analogical C. inductive D. deductive
C
107. "We either raise student tuition or lay off teachers" is an example of which fallacy? A. Slippery slope B. Red herring C. False dilemma D. Hasty generalizations
C
110. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a guideline for delivering public testimony? A. Narrow your comments down to the basics. B. Contribute something original and useful to the discussion. C. Speak loudly and firmly so people will understand the importance of your point. D. Organize your thoughts into memorable key words and phrases.
C
112. The guidelines for effectively presenting a speech of acceptance include A. using the manuscript method of delivery. B. taking personal credit for the achievement. C. being succinct. D. maximizing your accomplishments.
C
113. The guidelines for effectively presenting an after-dinner speech include A. using a lot of presentation media. B. talking about serious topics. C. focusing on a theme. D. designing the speech to persuade the audience.
C
118. In a(n) ____ , the group responds to questions from the audience. A. round table discussion B. oral report C. forum D. panel discussion
C
121. When presenting in videoconference, presenters should A. use paper rather than note cards. B. avoid preparing too much because then they don't appear spontaneous. C. prepare digital slides in advance. D. not use presentation media.
C
124. Evaluating the coherence of a small group presentation involves five areas including A. the number of sources cited. B. nonverbal communication, such as body movement, voice, and gestures. C. clear references to the group. D. use of note cards.
C
127. Which of the following is NOT mentioned in your text as a guideline for delivering an after-dinner speech? A. Be entertaining and lighthearted. B. Focus on a theme. C. Prepare an effective presentation aid. D. Make sure the speech fits the makeup and interests of the audience.
C
130. A discussion in which each member of a group presents a speech about a part of a larger topic is called a _____________________. A. panel discussion B. round table discussion C. symposium D. forum
C
82. Amaia's persuasive speech that "people should support the animal rights movement" most likely addresses which type of question? A. Question of fact B. Question of evidence C. Question of policy D. Question of value
C
87. "More than two-thirds of adult Americans are overweight or obese" is which element of an argument? A. Reasoning B. Qualifier C. Evidence D. Claim
C
89. Inductive reasoning works best when _________. A. speakers use just one powerful example B. speakers use a large number of similar examples C. speakers use multiple, diverse, and relevant examples D. speakers avoid using examples
C
90. Which of the following words is NOT explicitly identified in your text as a word indicating a conclusion? A. Therefore B. Thus C. After D. Consequently
C
93. When persuasive speakers use facts and statistics, they rely on _______ to influence the audience. A. ethos B. mythos C. logos D. pathos
C
100. Comparative evidence, ad populum, and appeal to tradition are examples of fallacies in A. reasoning. B. claims. C. responding. D. evidence.
D
104. "Graffiti is like any other form of public art and should be supported" is an example of A. division fallacy. B. post hoc fallacy. C. comparative evidence fallacy. D. weak analogy fallacy.
D
108. "Two local restaurants have seen an increase in business since the football stadium was built, so all restaurants have benefitted" is an example of which fallacy? A. Slippery slope B. Red herring C. False dilemma D. Hasty generalizations
D
111. The guidelines for effectively presenting a speech of nomination include A. being very informal. B. every detail about the nominee's résumé. C. using the impromptu method of delivery. D. choosing a nominator who is well respected.
D
115. When presenting on camera the speaker should A. focus on the camera, not the audience, when an in-person audience is present. B. write out what they plan to say in manuscript form. C. try not to move at all. D. avoid jargon.
D
119. In a(n) ____ , a moderator asks questions of experts on a topic in front of an audience. A. round table discussion B. oral report C. forum D. panel discussion
D
120. In a symposium A. speakers choose topics and then identify ways that those topics are related. B. group members follow a Lincoln-Douglas debate format. C. speeches are usually given from a manuscript to assure consistency among speakers. D. most group interaction happens in the early stages of developing the presentation.
D
126. When giving a speech of introduction you should do all of the following EXCEPT ____________________. A. prepare the audience for the speaker B. be accurate and up to date C. connect with the audience D. cite evidence to back up your claims
D
131. The question-and-answer session following a group's formal presentation is called a ______________________. A. panel discussion B. round table discussion C. symposium D. forum
D
80. Marco's persuasive speech claiming "school vouchers are the best way to solve the educational problems" is most likely addressing which type of question? A. Question of fact B. Question of evidence C. Question of policy D. Question of value
D
81. Laura's persuasive speech claiming that "the death penalty is unethical" most likely addresses which type of question? A. Question of fact B. Question of evidence C. Question of policy D. Question of value
D
86. "Americans are quickly becoming the most obese people in the world" is which element of an argument? A. Reasoning B. Qualifier C. Evidence D. Claim
D
95. When using ________ reasoning the two things compared must have enough similarities to make the comparison believable. A. deductive B. causal C. inductive D. analogical
D