Public Speaking Chapter 17

Which answer best describes not being proud, arrogant, or assuming; modest?

Humble

A script with the phrase: "They may take our lives, but they'll never take our freedom!" found in it is most likely what type of speech?

Inspirational

Before Sally Field accepted the 1985 Best Actress Academy Award for her role in the movie "Places in the Heart," actor Richard Dreyfuss read off the list of nominees, summarizing the past roles and accomplishments of each actress. Once he had finished, he elaborately shook out his jacket sleeves, opened the envelope, laughed, and jokingly said, I'm not gonna say. Then, he paused before shouting out, And the winner is Sally Fields! When Fields took to the stage, she made an emotional speech that ended with the now-famous words, You like me! Right now, you like me! (often misquoted as "You like me! You really like me!"). What three types of entertaining speeches are represented in the passage you just read?

Introductions, a presentation, and an acceptance

Which of the following best describes a dedication?

A commemorative speech at a ceremony for something that has officially opened.

An inspirational speech

All of these answers.

Goodwill speeches:

All of these answers.

Goodwill speeches are considered:

Both of these Answers.

The quote "Blessed is the man that maketh short speeches, for he shall be invited to speak again." is a quote uplifting the public speaking virtue of:

Brevity

Which term best describes a detailed written account of one's education and experience used to seek positions in academic or educational environments, typically including academic credentials, publications, courses taught, etc.?

Curriculum vitae

Inspirational speeches are categorized as what type of speech?

Entertaining

Which term best describes a wish of happiness or welfare at parting, especially a permanent departure?

Farewell

What is NOT a characteristic of an inspirational speech?

Must be geared toward positive or happy messages

Is it acceptable for speech givers to become emotional when delivering dedications and eulogies?

Yes

Inspirational speeches:

are often characterized as warm, encouraging and able to connect and engage almost instantly with their audiences.

If you know the person you are tasked with introducing in your speech, you should

be mindful of the context of your relationship with the speaker and of the event itself.