PUBLIC SPEAKING FINAL EXAM

Practicing a speech in front of _____________________ is usually a helpful way for a speaker to rehearse a speech.

a few people

A _______________________ is a particular way of speaking associated with a specific social group or region.

dialect

Banquets, awards dinners, and roasts are examples of speeches that are meant to _______.

entertain

A(n) ______ is a tribute to a deceased person

eulogy

Speaking _______________________ is the term for giving a prepared and practiced speech from an outline without memorizing it or reading it word for word from a text

extemporaneously

Other than the initial impression made by the speaker's clothing and grooming, the most important nonverbal behavior in public speaking for establishing a good relationship with an audience is probably _____________________ .

eye contact

Speaking experts recommend practicing a speech about ____________ times in its final form (refer to the number of times mentioned in your textbook).

five

A diagram that shows a step-by-step progression through a procedure, relationship, or process is called a(n) ____________________.

flow chart

Different sizes of typefaces are called _______________.

fonts

A(n) ______________________ visually shows the relationship between and among variables.

graph

___________________ is the tendency of group participants (any social group) to minimize conflict by accepting information and ideas without critical evaluation and analysis.

groupthink

Page-size items conveying information that cannot practically be delivered in another manner or that are kept by listeners after the presentation are called ___________________.

handouts

When a speaker delivers a speech without any prior preparation, he or she is giving a(n) _______ delivery.

impromptu

A speech of ______ seeks to touch on deep feelings and motivate listeners.

inspiration

A speech of ____________________ is a short speech that prepares the audience for another speaker and motivates them to listen.

introduction

A seamless presentation (one that moves smoothly from the introduction to the body to the conclusion and from point to point) depends on planning and practicing ____________________ ahead of time.

introductions

Before the presentation, decide whether ______________________________ will be made all at once, or whether each speaker will introduce the next speaker.

introductions

__________________ conflict is the basis of productive conflict. Group members should feel free to test and debate ideas and potential solutions without engaging personal conflict.

issues-based

The proper volume for delivering a speech is somewhat _____________________ than that of normal conversation.

louder

Speaking from _______________ is most useful when the speaker is required to be very precise in his or her message, when every word is chosen carefully, as in a political speech.

manuscript

When speaking from _______, the speaker must recall exact words, and therefore runs the risk of having a mental block at some point.

memory

A speaker who focuses on the _________________ makes the speech delivery more natural and confident.

message

Presentation aids that try to communicate too many _________________will overwhelm the audience.

messages

A(n) _______ is a three-dimensional, scale-size representation of an object.

model

When a group of three to nine people discuss a topic in front of an audience, this is called a ________________________.

panel discussion

_________________ conflict is a destructive form of conflict in which members argue with one another instead of about the issues.

person-based

The range of sounds from high to low is known as _______

pitch

In a speech of ______ , the speaker communicates the importance of the award and explains why the recipient is receiving it.

presentation

_________________________ aids are visual or auditory elements used by a speaker that include props, models, pictures, graphs, charts, video, audio, and multimedia.

presentation

A type of conflict in which questions are clarified, ideas are challenged, counterexamples are presented, worst-case scenarios are considered, and proposals are reformulated is called __________________ conflict

productive

One team member should be assigned to manage the ________________________ session following the presentation

question and answer

In general, the more you __________________________, the greater your comfort level will be when you deliver your speech.

rehearse

The presentation will go more smoothly if the whole group _________________ the presentation several times.

rehearses

A type of special occasion speech that is a humorous tribute to a person, one in which a series of speakers poke fun at him or her, is called a(n) ______________ .

roast

The principle of ______________________ states that it is appropriate to present one major idea per aid.

simplicity

Group members' relational roles that facilitate group interaction are called _______________________ roles.

social

The function of a(n) _________________________ speech is to entertain, celebrate, commemorate, inspire, or set a social agenda.

special occasion

The presentation should begin with the ______________________ (weakest/strongest) speakers to reduce audience distraction.

strongest

A(n) ____________________________ is a formal meeting where several speakers deliver short speeches on the same topic to inform the audience about contrasting viewpoints

symposium

Group members' roles that are directly related to the accomplishment of the group's objectives and mission are called ________________ roles.

task

A type of special occasion speech that is a brief tribute to a person or event being, celebrated, usually with ceremonial drinking, is referred to as a(n) __________________________ .

toast

For a seamless presentation, it is also important to plan and practice _______________________ ahead of time so that the presentation moves from one speaker to the next smoothly.

transitions

The term _________________ refers to a specific style of lettering.

typeface

A presentation aid that combines sight, sound, and movement is called a _______________________ presentation.

video

Enthusiasm is one key to achieving ____________ variety, the combination of volume, pitch, speaking rate, and pauses.

vocal

__________________________ is the relative loudness of a speaker's voice while giving a speech

volume

To avoid boring the audience and losing their attention, limit the number of ________________ in a presentation aid. (Aids should be primarily visual or auditory.)

words

Each team member's responsibilities regarding content and presentation aids should be put in ______________________________for the sake of accountability.

writing

Effective delivery has many elements in common with everyday _______________________________.

converstation

In a speech of _____________________ , the recipient expresses gratitude for the honor bestowed on him or her and acknowledges others who have contributed to his or her success.

acceptance

A lighthearted and entertaining speech delivered before, during, or after a meal is called a(n) _____________________ speech

after dinner

A short recording of sounds, music, or speech added to a presentation is called a(n) _______________.

audio clip