public speaking chapter 13
Which of the following are potential pitfalls of reading a speech from a manuscript?
Wooden or artificial delivery Poor pacing Not making eye contact
When practicing your speech, it helps to do which of the following?
Work on the wording of quotations and examples Read through your preparation outline to check the initial length Get feedback from other people once you have learned the speech
If a speaker expects to be asked questions by the audience after delivering the speech, what should the speaker do to prepare?
Write and practice answers to expected questions.
Which of the following statements about speaking volume is true?
Your voice will sound louder to you than to a listener.
The use of "um" and "uh" instead of brief silence is referred to as
a vocalized pause.
When called upon suddenly to give an impromptu speech, which of the following strategies should you employ?
act calm use signpost
When delivering a speech from memory, speakers must remember to
concentrate on communicating with the audience
In the United States, speakers may be seen as dishonest if they fail to make adequate
eye contact
The type of vocal variation that gives a speaker vitality and helps indicate meaning and emotion is referred to as
inflection.
May Ellen is from a small town in Georgia. She is attending college in the state of Oregon, and most of her classmates are from the Pacific Northwest. How would her classmates most likely react if May Ellen's speech makes heavy use of her dialect?
they would make negative judgements about her intelligence and competence
True or false: The amount and form of eye contact considered appropriate in everyday conversation is the same across cultures.
False
True or false: The world's most famous orators have all been blessed with golden voices that were naturally pleasing to their listeners.
False
Which of the following movements should be avoided when giving a speech?
Gathering notes before finishing the speech
When speakers want to be more expressive with their voice, they focus most on ______.
vocal variety
Which of the following is not one of the four basic methods of speech delivery?
Playing a recording
Michelle would like to add more vocal variety to her speeches. Which aspects of delivery should she work on?
-changes in rate -pitch fluctuation -changes in volume
Speakers can help ensure proper pronunciation by doing which of the following?
-consulting a dictionary for any words about which they are unsure -practicing in front of friends who can give gentle correction
How does good delivery help convey a message?
1) clear and interesting 2) it doesn't distract audience 3) it doesn't call attention to itself
Which of the following are ways to practice your delivery?
Practice aloud with visual aids. Perform a dress rehearsal.
Rank from first to last the recommended steps for improving delivery, putting the first step at the top.
1.review your full-sentence preparation outline aloud and revise as needed 2.create a key word speaking 3. practice the speech aloud several times using only the key word speaking outline 4. polish and refine delivery in front of a mirror 5. do a dress rehearsal that attempts to replicate the speaking situation.
In a question-and-answer session, answers to simple questions should be about ______, and answers to more complicated questions should be ______.
30 seconds; 2 to 3 minutes
Brianne is giving a speech on how explosions are created in movies. She states everything in a similar manner, with little inflection. Eventually, despite the topic of the speech, she notices that many in her audience are looking bored, and one is actually taking a nap. Which of the following would be the most effective way to make the delivery of her speech more engaging? Multiple choice question.
Alter her pitch
During his question-and-answer session, Don is confused by a question. What actions should he take?
He should rephrase the question to make sure he understands it. He should ask the audience member to repeat the question.
Elaine is listening to a speech on endangered salmon habitat. She pays close attention to what the speaker is saying but disagrees with some of his points. After the speech audience members are asked to speak if they have comments or questions. Elaine raises her hand. What type of speech will she make? Multiple choice question.
Impromptu
Which of the following are elements of the speaker's voice that should be controlled to make a speech more effective?
Pronunciation Pitch Volume
What is the best way to ensure that your pitch matches the meaning of your words?
Record and listen to yourself as you practice your speech.
Which of the following are techniques for improving the rate of your speaking?
Record and listen to yourself practicing. Include notes on pacing in your speaking outline.
Which of the following are recommended methods to help you prepare for question-and-answer sessions?
Rehearse possible answers ahead of time. Be ready to explain more technical aspects of your speech. Ask friends and colleagues to critique your speech and ask you questions.
Which of the following statements about audience question-and-answer sessions is true?
They can make or break a presentation.
How can pauses contribute to effective speech delivery?
They can signal the end of a thought. They can make a statement more dramatic. They can give time for an idea to sink in.
True or false: Clothes and grooming affect the impression that speakers make when in front of most audiences.
True
True or false: Reading verbatim from a manuscript is an acceptable method for delivering a speech.
True
Which of the following is the primary rule for using gestures during a speech?
Use any gestures that feel natural as long as they do not distract from your message
If a speaker sees listeners leaning forward with strained looks on their faces and their hands cupping their ears, the speaker's first reaction should be to increase which aspect of his or her voice?
Volume
When can public speakers wear unusual or very casual outfits without undermining the effectiveness of a speech?
When they are widely regarded as an eccentric genius.
Which method of delivery is preferred by most speakers and teachers?
speaking extemporaneously
A manuscript delivery of a speech would be most appropriate in which of the following situations?
A governor's address to the legislature
Carol grew up in Boston and has a strong New England accent, though she has learned to deemphasize it and take on a more neutral dialect when necessary. In which of the following scenarios should Carol feel most comfortable using a heavy New England dialect?
A speech at her high school reunion
How can a speaker determine how to dress and groom for a speech?
Adapting to both the audience and the occasion
Which of the following are acceptable when managing a question-and-answer session?
Admit that you do not know the answer to a question. Stop a questioner's extended monologue. Offer to get the answer for a question to which you do not know the answer.
Which of the following are reasonable options when you do not know the answer to a question when handling a question-and-answer period?
Allow a qualified person from the audience to respond. Offer to find the answer later. Admit that you do not know the answer.
A listener was confused when the speaker, a student from Rhode Island, referred to eating a "cabinet." The listener did not know that "cabinet" is a common term for "milkshake" in Rhode Island. What aspect of delivery confused the listener?
Dialect
In which of the following scenarios are our vocabularies the most limited, making us more likely to mispronounce or misuse a word?
During spontaneous speech
Which of the following pitch patterns are likely to distract or bore an audience?
Ending all sentences with a downward inflection Speaking in monotone Ending all sentences with an upward inflection
Which of the following are examples of body movements that have been shown to affect listeners' reception of a speech?
Eye contact Facial expressions Posture
In which of the following ways does conversational quality enhance an extemporaneous speech?
It makes the speech sound spontaneous, which is appealing to the audience.
Which of the following are basic guidelines for good delivery that should be implemented by a beginning public speaker?
Make eye contact. Speak intelligibly.
In order to optimize practice time, speakers should do which of the following?
Make sure notes are easy to read Rehearse aloud, including examples and quotations Record a rehearsal in order to carry out a self-critique
Which of the following is true of memorized speeches?
Memorized speeches are generally short speeches.
Sheila is preparing a speech on the technical topic—the role of neural networks in machine learning. After the speech, she will be participating in a brief question-and-answer session. Which of the following should she consider preparing?
Plain-language explanations of complex terms and concepts A handout for people who want more information
In her speech, Jacqueline said, "I wanna show you jus' what to do to prepare your kite for flight." Which part of her vocal delivery needs practice?
Articulation
While listening to Garth give his speech, some audience members were unsure whether he said "share" or "chair." What area of delivery does Garth need to work on?
Articulation
How should you approach public speaking if you want your voice to be lively and expressive?
As an opportunity to share with your listeners ideas that are important to you.
A speaker who tells the audience that he or she is "delighted" to be with them will undermine her statement by doing which of the following?
Avoiding eye contact
When speakers reach the end of a presentation, they should remember to do which of the following?
Remain cool and collected until they return to their seats Maintain eye contact for several seconds after they are done speaking
What are recommended guidelines for managing a question-and-answer session?
Repeat the question so that everyone can understand what is being asked. Stay calm, even if the questioner is argumentative. Listen carefully to the question.
A political leader gives a speech about generating energy. She adds a "u" to the word nuclear so it sounds like "nucular." Which of the following is true?
She has mispronounced the word "nuclear."
During Jessica's question-and-answer session, she listened carefully to a question that she was sure she covered in her presentation. How should she approach her answer?
She should assume that her original explanation was not completely clear and use the time as an opportunity to expand on the point.
Sonya delivered a speech to her managers about some new technologies that she thought could make her team more efficient. After she finished her speech, she was out of breath and realized that she hadn't even paused to take a real breath when she was speaking. Nevertheless, she felt that she did a good job following her speech outline. Although they were paying close attention during the speech, the managers seemed confused about how the ideas she presented fit into the company's business model, and asked Sonya several questions. Which of the following would be a factor most likely to have been the problem with Sonya's speech?
She spoke too quickly.
What characteristics should gestures have in a speech?
Suited to the occasion Spontaneous in appearance
