CHAP 1
1. The process of choosing language or nonverbal behaviors to convey your message is known as: A) stimulating B) motivating C) encoding D) decoding
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2.
The process of determining exactly what a speaker's language or nonverbal behavior means is known as: A) feedback B) encoding C) monitoring D) decoding
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3.
When adults attempt to determine the meaning of a statement, they rely most heavily on the: A) all three codes about equally B) vocal and visual codes C) verbal and vocal codes D) visual and verbal codes
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4.
All of the following are considered part of the speech environment except: A) the time of day B) the number of people in the audience C) the topic D) the location
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5.
A listener's verbal, visual, and vocal responses to a speaker's message are known as: A) noise B) the listener's frame of reference C) the speaker's frame of reference D) feedback
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6.
When you evaluate and modify your behavior until it meets your personal expectations, you are engaged in: A) feedback B) decoding C) self-monitoring D) encoding
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7.
According to Gallup Poll surveys cited in the text, which of the following were rated highest in ethical standards in 2006? A) insurance salespeople B) journalists C) stockbrokers D) nurses
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8.
Using someone else's ideas without giving that person credit for the idea is known as: A) distortion B) Embellishment C) exaggeration D) plagiarism
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9.
Speeches that primarily celebrate values and lend a sense of distinction to an event are usually: A) persuasive speeches B) informative speeches C) entertaining speeches D) special occasion speeches
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10.
According to Aristotle, a speech dealing with matters of fact, such as legal courtroom address, would be: A) deliberative B) mythic C) forensic D) epideictic
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11.
A public speaker sends and receives messages simultaneously. A) True B) False
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12.
If the intent of your speech is presenting new information or making listeners aware of new ideas or information, your speech is persuasive. A) True B) False
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13.
A speech on increasing the size of campus parking lots would be an example of a persuasive speech. A) True B) False
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14.
The A-okay sign is one of the few gestures that is recognized with the same meaning universally. A) True B) False
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15.
Audience preoccupation with other problems is an example of external noise. A) True B) False
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CHAP 2
1.
Socrates, who was a Greek contemporary of Plato and Aristotle: A) possessed an impressive speaking voice that could be heard by large crowds. B) started an unsuccessful school of rhetoric. C) had no impact on the study of public speaking. D) suffered from speaker anxiety and had a voice that would not project.
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2.
The belief that you are the only person experiencing nervousness is a characteristic of trait anxiety known as: A) subordinate status B) dissimilarity C) low self-concept D) speaking history
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3.
A speaker who worries that the audience knows more about his topic than he does is exhibiting the characteristic of trait anxiety known as: A) dissimilarity B) speaking history C) subordinate status D) communication apprehension
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4.
Which of the following is used to relieve the feeling of subordination? A) mentally psyche yourself up to increase aggressiveness B) speak only on subjects that require no research C) compare yourself to the best speakers in the class D) find and use two or more expert sources to support your thesis
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5.
To overcome a feeling of subordination, you can: A) Make up facts that support your viewpoint. B) Find one or two expert sources that agree with your viewpoint and cite them during your speech. C) Use words that the audience probably doesn't know or understand. D) Act superior to the audience
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6.
Instead of worrying about looks or impressions, it is better to: A) concentrate on getting your meaning across. B) concentrate on entertaining the audience. C) concentrate on your grade. D) concentrate on not losing your concentration.
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7.
All of the following are true of positive imagery except: A) feelings, such as pride or confidence, will not occur until the situation actually exists. B) it involves creating vivid, detailed mental images. C) it can be applied to other anxiety-producing situations as well as to public speaking. D) it can affect brain waves, heart rate, and other physiological responses in much the same way the actual event would.
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8.
When you practice your speech, it is best to: A) always practice out loud B) read the speech several times silently C) practice the speech in your head D) read the notes you have taken and speak without practice
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9.
According to the text, the subconscious works to: A) help you force yourself to do what you are not sure you can do. B) make sure that you stay in your comfort zone. C) tell the difference between what you have actually done and what you have only imagined yourself doing. D) all of these
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10.
Which of the following is the best example of a well-worded positive statement? A) I do not handle visual aids clumsily B) I am relaxed when I speak to large groups C) I want to speak with greater enthusiasm D) I will try to use gestures that are smooth and natural
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11.
Careful preparation for a presentation, can reduce anxiety as much as: A) 25% B) 50% C) 10% D) 75%
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12.
For positive imagery to work, you must read your list of positive statements and also: A) all of these B) see them. C) feel them. D) say them.
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13.
The final step in using positive imagery is to: A) avoid comparing yourself to other speakers B) compare yourself to speakers inferior to you C) compare yourself to speakers superior to you D) avoid borrowing techniques from other speakers
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14.
If you have trouble with actual visualization of images, the next best thing to do is: A) give up entirely. B) use physical pictures. C) try another exercise. D) imagine how you would feel if you actually saw the image.
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15.
Systematic desensitization is a method of dealing with trait anxiety, which involves: A) learning communication skills. B) challenging irrational beliefs. C) relaxing and staying relaxed as you visualize anxiety-producing situations. D) all of these
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16.
The anxiety that is caused by a speaker's feelings of personal inadequacy or low self-esteem is known as situational anxiety. A) True B) False
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17.
Feeling apprehensive about public speaking is normal. A) True B) False
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18.
Trait anxiety is less common than situational anxiety. A) True B) False
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19.
A recent poll shows fear of public speaking to be the number two fear of Americans. A) True B) False
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20.
Any time we become anxious, afraid, or excited, our heart begins pumping more blood, the digestive system slows down and pupils dilate. A) True B) False
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21.
People who feel comfortable expressing themselves are perceived as more competent, make a better impression during job interviews, and are more likely to be promoted to supervisory positions than anxious people are. A) True B) False
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CHAP 3
1.
Which of the following is not a basic stage of listening? A) evaluating B) interpreting C) sensing D) observing
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2.
In this stage of listening, listeners select or ignore one or more stimuli from the multitude of stimuli that continually bombard us. A) responding stage B) evaluating stage C) interpreting stage D) sensing stage
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3.
During a presentation, a listener becomes aware of a conversation behind her when someone says something that sounds like her name. Her shifting attention to the conversation is an example of what stage of listening? A) sensing B) evaluating C) interpreting D) responding
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4.
In this stage of listening, listeners supply meaning to the messages that they have seen, heard, and felt. A) sensing stage B) responding stage C) evaluating stage D) interpreting stage
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5.
A speaker says, "This software is an inexpensive solution to these problems." The listener thinks, "Good, for about $50 we can get this taken care of." The listener is engaging in which stage of listening? A) interpreting B) evaluating C) responding D) sensing
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6.
Summarizing the speaker's ideas in your own words is called: A) plagiarizing. B) making an assumption. C) paraphrasing. D) establishing a reference.
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7.
In this stage of listening, listeners judge the speaker and the message. A) evaluating stage B) interpreting stage C) responding stage D) sensing stage
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8.
All of the following are factors considered in the evaluating stage of listening except: A) Does the speaker sense that I am listening? B) Does the speaker seem qualified? C) Is the evidence accurate? D) Are the speaker's comments relevant?
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9.
Listener interpretation and evaluation often depend on the speaker's: A) all of these B) vocal code C) visual code D) verbal code
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10.
A speaker's credibility depends less on logical proof and more on: A) the listener's understanding of the topic B) the speaker's ability to provide supporting material C) the listening abilities of the audience. D) the listener's perception of the speaker
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11.
Listeners who sit perfectly still are: A) agreeing with the speaker B) listening attentively C) disagreeing with the speaker D) daydreaming
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12.
According to the text, the most effective tool for improving poor audience memory is: A) visual aids B) repetition of important ideas C) good delivery D) relating the speech to the listener's interests
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13.
Which of the following is most likely to motivate an audience to continue to listen? A) a series of attractive visuals B) a statement of the purpose of the speech C) a statement about how the audience is likely to benefit from this information D) an explanation of why the speaker thinks this topic is useful
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14.
Which of the following is not a characteristic of high context communicators? A) They tend to belong to homogeneous cultures. B) They come from individualistic cultures. C) They expect messages to be brief, indirect, and implicit. D) As receivers they take the responsibility for determining a speaker’s meaning.
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15.
According to research cited and pictured in the text, the visual and vocal codes account for ____ of the meaning of the message: A) 75% B) 50% C) 31% D) 69%
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16.
All of the following are suggested as ways to enhance the credibility of your sources except: A) refute expected criticisms of your sources. B) show some important quality your sources and listeners have in common. C) establish the qualifications of your sources. D) use only sources with which your audience is already familiar.
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17.
Listeners mentally evade persuasive messages that cause them discomfort by: A) hearing only the parts of the message they can deal with comfortably. B) all of these C) deliberately misunderstanding the speaker's message. D) changing the focus of the message so that it doesn't seem to apply to them.
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18.
According to research, the best speaking rate to stimulate audience listening is: A) 400-800 words per minute B) 100-175 words per minute C) 275-300 words per minute D) 175-225 words per minute
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19.
When speaking at a rapid rate, special attention should be given to: A) using pauses. B) articulation and pauses. C) facial expression. D) clear articulation.
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20.
The following filters can affect the listener's perception of the speaker: A) Culture B) Technology C) Gender D) All of these
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21.
Both speakers and listeners tend to believe that if the speaker uses clear language and the listener pays attention, 100% of the message will be understood. A) True B) False
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22.
The final result of effective listening is remembering. A) True B) False
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23.
To communicate effectively, speakers must send the same message in all three codes: verbal, visual, and vocal. A) True B) False
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24.
When verbal and nonverbal messages conflict, the listener is most likely to believe that the verbal message is the more truthful. A) True B) False
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25.
Even when listeners only mildly disagree with your position on a controversial topic, they are difficult to persuade. A) True B) False
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26.
Although nonverbal behaviors are difficult to interpret, a nodding head generally indicates agreement in all cultures. A) True B) False
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27.
To ensure an attentive audience, you should state your key ideas in the first or second sentence. A) True B) False
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28.
People from different cultures listen differently. A) True B) False
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29.
Speaker credibility has little impact on listeners. A) True B) False
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30.
You can assume that if your audience is staring at you, they are listening attentively. A) True B) False
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CHAP 4
1.
The first step in speech preparation is: A) researching the presentation. B) preparing an outline. C) choosing a topic. D) analyzing the audience.
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2.
When analyzing the audience, situational information refers to: A) the life situations of the audience members. B) the mood of the audience. C) the audience size and the audience members expectations about the topic. D) the location of the presentation.
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3.
Voluntary audiences tend to be: A) people who are attending because they want to . B) people who do volunteer or community service work. C) people who are forced to attend. D) people who have different interests and have little in common.
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4.
An involuntary audience is usually made up of: A) people who are different in a variety of ways. B) people who disagree with your topic. C) people who have many things in common. D) people who are attending because they want to.
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5.
If your audience is familiar with your topic, you should: A) give them quite a bit of background information on the topic. B) give them no background information. C) give them only background information that agrees with your purpose. D) give them a small amount of background information.
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6.
You can establish credibility with the audience by: A) introducing yourself as an expert. B) reading your speech from a manuscript. C) using unfamiliar terms and language in the speech to prove your expertise. D) citing statistics and sources that your audience views as credible.
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7.
In the United States, many audiences value: A) straight talk. B) lack of eye contact. C) speakers who beat around the bush. D) speakers who take a while to get to the point.
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8.
A feeling of approval or disapproval of a person, group, idea or event is defined as: A) a frame of reference. B) an attitude. C) a belief. D) a value.
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9.
According to research, the most modern attitudes are found in: A) single parents. B) people with two incomes. C) married couples. D) unmarried people.
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10.
The mental acceptance that something is true, even if we can't prove it is true is: A) an attitude B) needs C) a belief D) a value
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11.
Deep-seated principles that serve as personal guidelines for behavior are: A) beliefs B) values C) needs D) attitudes
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12.
A state in which an unsatisfied condition exists is: A) needs B) values C) attitudes D) beliefs
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13.
Listeners will pay close attention a presentation that shows how: A) beliefs will be met B) attitudes will be changed C) values will be changed D) needs will be met
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14.
Abraham Maslow illustrated the most basic need of human beings as: A) physiological B) self esteem C) social D) self actualization
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15.
Maslow defined esteem needs as: A) pride, recognition from others and status B) achieving goals and becoming the best you can be C) freedom from fear, law and order, and financial security D) love, companionship, and friendship
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16.
Fitting your message to audience needs is called: A) formulating B) framing C) formatting D) featuring
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17.
This audience type has a short attention span and can be a real challenge to a speaker. A) hostile audience B) friendly audience C) impartial audience D) uninterested audience
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18.
These audience members consider themselves objective and open to new information. A) friendly audience B) uninterested audience C) hostile audience D) impartial audience
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19.
The number one reason that speeches fail to meet their goals is the speaker's failure to analyze the audience carefully enough. A) True B) False
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20.
Audience size is crucial in determining what type of visual aids you will use. A) True B) False
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21.
Geographical information includes age, gender, marital status, political beliefs and cultural background. A) True B) False
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22.
An effective presentation will relate to people of your age group only. A) True B) False
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23.
Lack of eye contact in the American culture can be viewed as a sign of nervousness or inexperience. A) True B) False
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24.
The Japanese culture admires speakers with highly animated facial expressions and spontaneous gestures. A) True B) False
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25.
When giving a presentation, it is fairly safe to assume that all men enjoy sports and women enjoy cooking. A) True B) False
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26.
Attitudes have no influence on behaviors. A) True B) False
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27.
Beliefs are the reasons people hold the attitudes they do. A) True B) False
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28.
When speaking to multicultural audiences, it is safe to assume that their high-ranking values are the same as yours. A) True B) False
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29.
Values are not stable and are easy to change. A) True B) False
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30.
Before your audience's higher level needs can be addressed, their lower level needs must be mostly satisfied. A) True B) False
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31.
Advertisers have experienced a drop in sales when they do not analyze the audience for their product. A) True B) False
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32.
A classroom audience is generally considered a "captive" audience. A) True B) False
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33.
If you are unfamiliar with your audience, you should ask for information from the person who invited you to speak. A) True B) False
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34.
When addressing an ethnically diverse audience, it is a good idea to verbalize your lack of prejudice. A) True B) False
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35.
When both men and women will be in your audience, you need to relate your topic to both genders. A) True B) False
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36.
Humor is the best way to deal with a hostile audience. A) True B) False
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37.
After your speech, you should make a point of making yourself available to interact with your audience. A) True B) False
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38.
Age is a demographic characteristic that can be misleading. A) True B) False
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CHAP 5
1.
A good speech topic should interest you and your audience, and should also: A) be extremely broad so that you can cover many points. B) be valuable to your audience. C) have at least 7-8 main points. D) rely completely on personal experiences for supporting material.
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2.
A clear simple sentence that specifies exactly what you want your audience to gain from the speech is called: A) an exacting statement B) a value statement C) an exact purpose D) a statement of intention
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3.
Using information from respected sources: A) will make the speech boring to the audience. B) will confuse the audience. C) will do nothing to change the professionalism of your presentation. D) will add credibility to your presentation.
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4.
When researching a speech, beginning speakers sometimes make this mistake: A) they don't use the Internet B) they rely too heavily on printed material C) they do too much research D) they do too little research
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5.
Which of the following is the best example of a well-worded purpose statement for a five-minute speech? A) explain to my audience the best way to train a dog. B) want to explain to my audience the best way to train a dog to heel C) by hearing my speech my audience will know how to train a dog to heel. D) to show my audience the best way to train a dog to heel.
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6.
A rough-draft outline is especially helpful because: A) it saves research time by indicating which areas need research B) you can use it as speaking notes C) it provides space for rough sketches of visual aids D) it includes transitions between main points
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7.
The Reader's Guide to Periodical Literature is a good source for finding: A) pamphlets B) books C) newspapers D) magazines
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8.
Which of the following is the best source for information on current topics? A) encyclopedias B) newspapers C) any of these are equally useful D) books
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9.
The Vertical File Index is a good source for finding: A) books B) pamphlets C) newspapers D) magazines
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10.
For broad subjects, it is best to select a(n) ____ index such as Yahoo. A) alternate search engine B) maximized C) hierarchical D) academic
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11.
When giving a speech, it is best to pick a topic that you know nothing about so that you can improve your research skills. A) True B) False
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12.
It is best not to speak about a topic that holds no interest to you, even if you know a lot about it. A) True B) False
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13.
It is best to have an extremely broad purpose statement to ensure that you can cover everything you want to during the presentation. A) True B) False
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14.
Research the topic before doing the rough draft outline. A) True B) False
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15.
Topics that are ideal for a demonstration speech will work just as well as an informational speech. A) True B) False
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16.
Demonstration speeches usually take longer than speeches that just talk about a process without demonstrating it. A) True B) False
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17.
When brainstorming for possible speech topics, avoid writing down ideas that are obviously ridiculous. A) True B) False
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18.
If you are familiar enough with your topic, it is a good idea to make a preliminary list of main points before you begin your research. A) True B) False
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19.
Linking words such as and, or, not, can help specifically narrow a net search and are called Boolean operators. A) True B) False
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20.
If you have a great deal of personal experience with your topic, using additional sources is an unnecessary waste of time. A) True B) False
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CHAP 6
1.
A supporting material that allows you to define or give more information about a term or topic or gives instructions on how to do something is called: A) a detailed instance B) an explanation C) a statistic D) a brief instance
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2.
Numbers that are used to show relationships between items are called: A) instances B) explanations C) statistics D) illustrations
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3.
When using statistics, it is best to: A) use as many as possible to make sure the audience understands your point B) not cite sources, as the audience will become bored C) eliminate any that are not absolutely necessary D) never round them off
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4.
An example or illustration that is used to clarify, add interest, and (in some cases) prove a point, is called: A) a detail B) an instance C) an illustration D) an explanation
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5.
As a general rule, instances are best when they are: A) both factual and detailed B) detailed C) brief D) factual
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6.
An illustration is: A) a comparison between two things of the same category B) a detailed and vivid picture or narrative C) a brief instance that provides the bare facts D) a comparison between two things of different categories
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7.
Examples are more effective when used: A) only one time in a speech B) in groups of five to six C) in groups of two or more D) only with great details
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8.
All of the following are true of hypothetical instances except: A) they should be plausible; even though they didn't actually happen, they should refer to something that could happen B) they should be introduced in a way that makes clear that they are not real C) they are effective because they involve the audience by referring to a situation they can relate to D) they can be used by themselves as powerful ways to prove an idea
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9.
____show similarities or differences between two or more items of the same class or category. A) connotative comparisons B) figurative comparisons C) denotative comparisons D) literal comparisons
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10.
____show similarities or differences between two or more items that are basically different. A) literal comparisons B) connotative comparisons C) figurative comparisons D) denotative comparisons
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11.
A speaker supports a point by saying, "In New York City, many people never learn to drive; in Los Angeles, not driving a car is unheard of." This is an example of: A) a figurative comparison B) a personal instance C) a literal comparison D) an expert opinion
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12.
A speaker supports a point by saying, "Relationships require the same care you give a garden. When the plants are dry you must water them. You must fertilize them if they are to grow. And you must prune or spray at the first sign of disease, lest it spread and kill the whole plant." This is an example of: A) a literal comparison B) an expert opinion C) a figurative comparison D) an instance
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13.
All of the following are true of using expert opinion except: A) you should briefly cite when and where the expert made the statement B) you should briefly cite the expert's qualifications unless you know your audience is familiar with the person C) you must use the exact words of the speaker D) you should follow the quotation with a brief comment about the statement's relevance to your point.
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14.
Fictitious stories meant to teach a moral lesson are: A) fables B) sayings C) poems D) fantasies
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15.
Pithy expressions of truth or wisdom, usually from an unknown source, are called: A) fantasies B) foibles C) sayings D) fables
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16.
Which of the following can be used for both clarification and proof? A) figurative comparisons B) all of these C) factual instances D) explanations
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17.
Which of the following types of evidence are overused? A) family instances B) business instances C) humorous instances D) explanations and statistics
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18.
Effective speakers search for supporting materials that will clarify their ideas, prove their points, and add interest to their speeches. A) True B) False
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19.
Using large amounts of statistics in a presentation is the best way to get your point across. A) True B) False
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20.
There is nothing that will make your audience lose interest in the speech like too much explanation. A) True B) False
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21.
Explanations can be used for proof, but not for clarification. A) True B) False
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22.
Statistics are easier to understand and remember when shown in graphic form. A) True B) False
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23.
A hypothetical instance is something that is made up but could possibly happen. A) True B) False
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24.
Personal instances are not as effective as most other supporting material, since audience members are not especially interested in things that have happened to the speaker. A) True B) False
Points Earned: 1.0/1.0

25.
Unless you are giving a demonstration speech, a demonstration used to support a point should be brief, preferably 30 seconds or less. A) True B) False
Points Earned: 1.0/1.0