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Q: Listeners can expect a lighthearted, amusing speech; they may also expect the speaker to offer a certain degree of insight into the topic at hand in a speech that strives to A)commemorate. B)entertain. C)inspire. D)set a social agenda.

Q: _______ is an effective tool for building rapport with an audience.

Q: The spatial pattern describes the physical arrangement of a place, object, or event.

Q: Published sources are helpful in conducting audience analysis.

Q: _______ devices such as preview statements are used to help listeners follow ideas in a lecture.

Q: Which of the following is a function of a special occasion speech? A)to make a compelling argument B)to change an audience's beliefs C)to celebrate D)to move the audience to action

Q: To be effective, a speaker should practice a speech at least _______ times in its final form. A)two B)three C)four D)five

Q: A speech describing a series of events in the development of a new idea calls for a spatial pattern of arrangement.

Q: In a survey questionnaire, fixed-alternative questions measure the respondent's level of agreement or disagreement with specific issues.

Q: When giving a _______ _______ presentation, you should first outline the critical points to be covered.

Q: Many successful inspirational speakers use acronyms to help the audience remember the message.

Q: When rehearsing a speech, you should A)practice with your speaking notes. B)avoid audio taping or videotaping yourself, since it may make you more self-conscious. C)focus on how you are doing rather than on the ideas you are trying to communicate. D)avoid using the presentation aids you will use in order to concentrate on the content.

Q: Topics that involve time lines or a series of sequential steps lend themselves to the chronological arrangement pattern.

Q: Interviews and surveys are the only methods of audience analysis.

Q: The speaker facilitates a discussion following a lecture by offering brief preliminary remarks in a _______ _______ presentation.

Q: Inspirational speeches should appeal to the audience's emotions.

Q: Videotaping _______ practice sessions is most helpful to a speaker. A)two B)four C)five D)at least six

Q: A chronological pattern of arrangement follows the natural sequential order of the main points.

Q: Speakers should never try to appeal to universal values such as love, fairness, and unity.

Q: The _______ _______ presentation is intended as a short introduction to an activity that follows a primary lecture.

Q: In delivering an inspirational speech, the speaker should make the goal of the speech clear to the audience.

Q: The color yellow for a speaker's clothing conveys A)power. B)credibility. C)friendliness. D)formality.

Q: Chronological arrangements give the speaker the greatest freedom to structure main points according to the way he or she wishes to present the topic.

Q: People in every culture possess values related to their personal relationships, religion, and occupation.

Q: When delivering a lecture you should begin with a(n) _______ .

Q: A dynamic delivery style is inappropriate for a speech of inspiration.

Q: The first thing an audience notices about a speaker approaching the speaking position is his or her A)eye contact. B)smile. C)clothing. D)hairstyle.

Q: Some common organizational arrangements for public speeches are topical, chronological, spatial, causal, problem-solution, and narrative.

Q: As a speaker, you can always expect the audience to share your cultural perspective and communicate exactly as you do.

Q: A(n) _______ is designed to give students an opportunity to synthesize information in a shorter form and usually lasts about fifteen minutes.

Q: An effective speech of inspiration appeals to reason, not emotion.

Q: To establish nonverbal immediacy, a speaker should A)have an enthusiastic vocal delivery. B)use formal language. C)use many presentation aids. D)distinguish himself or herself from the audience.

Q: _______ are transitions that tell the audience what to expect next.

Q: The term gender refers to our biological sex assignment.

Q: A(n) _______ is an informational speech for an audience of student learners.

Q: When you present an after-dinner speech you ought to recognize the occasion and connect it to the speech.

Q: Creating a perception of psychological and physical closeness between speaker and audience is known as A) nonverbal distance. B) body language. C) nonverbal immediacy. D) scanning.

Q: Words, phrases, or sentences that tie the speech ideas together and enable the speaker to move smoothly from one point to the next are called _______.

Q: Many people are very touchy about their views on political issues.

Q: The most common speaking assignment in an education course focuses on _______ and related instructional tasks.

Q: The purpose of an after-dinner speech is typically to entertain and to provide insight into the topic at hand.

Q: Listeners may perceive a speaker who slouches as A)sloppy, weak, and unfocused. B)unqualified yet friendly. C)casual and credible. D)an expert in the field.

Q: The _______ should always be the longest part of the speech.

Q: It is safe to assume that all members of the same religious tradition will agree on all issues,

Q: Types of presentations for _______ courses include lectures and group activities.

Q: A speaker should usually avoid presenting a stand-up comedy routine during an after-dinner speech.

Q: Which aspect of the body is most important in maintaining the quality of directness in speech delivery? A)eye contact B)smiling C)gestures D)posture

Q: The principle of _______ suggests that appropriate emphasis or weight be given to each part of the speech relative to the other parts and to the theme.

Q: Generally, the level of education a person has influences his or her ideas and perspectives.

Q: An effective presentation in education should A) always have a logical organization. B) separate presentation content and overall course content. C) ignore audience-relevant examples, evidence, and support. D) always have a chronological organization.

Q: After-dinner speeches always take place after an evening meal.

Q: A speaker who successfully uses eye contact to connect with the audience A)focuses on the back of the room. B)focuses on the three nearest listeners. C) pauses to gaze at one person long enough to complete one thought. D)rapidly scans the audience without making eye contact with individual members.

Q: A well-organized speech is characterized by unity, _______ , and balance.

Q: Occupational interests are tied to politics, the economy, education, and social reform.

Q: Which type of presentation offers brief preliminary remarks and then guides a discussion? A)lecture B)group activity C)classroom discussion D)classroom laboratory

Q: In general, an after-dinner speech is expected to be somber and serious.

Q: Speaking experts recommend practicing a speech at least five times in its final form.

Q: Points in an outline that are indicated by their indentation below the more important points are known as _______ points.

Q: Income is a demographic factor that does not pervasively affect people's life experiences.

Q: Which type of presentation facilitates a post-lecture group activity? A)lecture B)group activity C)classroom discussion D)laboratory demonstration

Q: When delivering a eulogy, the speaker should focus on the life of the person, rather than the circumstances of death.

Q: When rehearsing a speech, it is not important for the speaker to time the speech.

Q: Points in an outline that are indicated by their parallel alignment are known as _______ points.

Q: Socioeconomic status includes income, occupation, and education.

Q: Which type of presentation is an informational speech for an audience of student learners? A)lecture B)group activity C)classroom discussion D)debate

Q: A verbal tribute to a deceased person is called a eulogy.

Q: When rehearsing a speech, the speaker should try to simulate the actual speech setting but should not practice in front of people.

Q: Points that are _______ are given equal weight.

Q: Awareness of audience members' participation in a distinct co-culture, or ethnic community, is important when adapting your message.

Q: Sample presentations typical for education courses include all of the following except A)lectures. B)group activities. C)classroom discussions. D)debates.

Q: A roast is a humorous tribute to the person being celebrated, in which a series of speakers jokingly poke fun at him or her.

Q: After rehearsing aloud, a speaker will often revise parts of the speech that are not satisfactory.

Q: The _______ is the most common outline format.

Q: Speech topics should be relevant to the age interests of an audience.

Q: Successful oral presentations in education make use of examples and evidence with which the audience is familiar and can grasp.

Q: The goals of a speech of presentation are to communicate the meaning of the award and to explain why the recipient is receiving it.

Q: Speakers should avoid tape-recording or videotaping rehearsals of the speech.

Q: _______ points represent the supporting material or evidence that a speaker has gathered.

Q: Demographics are the psychological characteristics of a given population.

Q: It is important to use preview statements and transitions when giving a lecture.