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Q: Which of the following would you most likely find in a speech conclusion? a. a causal argument b. an extended example c. a provocative quotation d. a rhetorical question e. an internal preview

Q: Which of the following would you most likely find in a speech conclusion? a. a preview statement b. an announcement of the topic c. a gesture of goodwill d. a credibility statement e. a restatement of the central idea

Q: Which of the following would you most likely find in a speech conclusion? a. a personal story b. a reference to the introduction c. an internal preview d. a credibility statement e. a visual aid

Q: Which of the following would you most likely find in a speech conclusion? a. a preview statement b. an announcement of the topic c. a lengthy quotation d. a reference to the introduction e. a statement of goodwill

Q: According to your textbook, in addition to reinforcing the central idea, a speech conclusion should also a. secure the audiences attention. b. build your credibility as a speaker. c. reveal the topic of the speech. d. provide a clear preview statement. e. signal the end of the speech.

Q: Dale started his speech on financial planning with a story about his cousin Mikes bankruptcy hearing. In the conclusion, Dale gave an update on Mikes current financial condition. According to your textbook, referring to the introduction in the conclusion is a way to a. secure the audiences attention. b. reinforce your credibility as a speaker. c. move the audience to action. d. give the speech psychological unity. e. develop a dissolve ending.

Q: Which of the following is recommended in your textbook as a way to reinforce the central idea in a speech conclusion? a. Speed up your rate of delivery. b. Refer back to the introduction. c. Ask for questions from the audience. d. all of the above e. b and c only

Q: Referring back to your introduction in the conclusion of your speech is recommended as a way to a. secure the audiences attention. b. reinforce your credibility as a speaker. c. move the audience to action. d. give the speech psychological unity. e. develop a dissolve ending.

Q: Which of the following does your textbook mention as a means of reinforcing the central idea in the conclusion of a speech? a. End with a quotation. b. End with a visual aid. c. End with thanking the audience. d. all of the above e. a and c only

Q: Which of the following is recommended in your textbook as a way to reinforce the central idea in a speech conclusion? a. End with a quotation. b. Make a dramatic statement. c. Refer to the introduction. d. all of the above e. a and b only

Q: The conclusion of a speech is an appropriate time to a. add supporting materials you could not work into the body. b. reinforce your listeners commitment to the central idea. c. apologize for any mistakes you made during the speech. d. all of the above. e. b and c only.

Q: As explained in your textbook, the two major functions of a speech conclusion are to a. signal the end of the speech and thank the audience for attending. b. reinforce the central idea and establish the speakers credibility. c. thank the audience for attending and apologize for any mistakes in the speech. d. signal the end of the speech and reinforce the speakers central idea. e. repeat the preview statement and review the speakers visual aids.

Q: What does your textbook say about preparing effective speech conclusions? a. Be sure to reinforce your credibility before ending the speech. b. The best conclusion is likely to be the one that comes to mind first. c. Leave most of the conclusion to chance so it will sound natural. d. Make your conclusion about 5 to 10 percent of the entire speech. e. Use an extended example in the conclusion for emotional appeal.

Q: According to your textbook, which of the following statements about speech conclusions is true? a. The conclusion should take up about 25 percent of a speech. b. Ending a speech abruptly is an excellent way to reinforce the speakers central idea. c. The last sentence of a speech should usually offer to answer questions from the audience. d. All four methods of reinforcing the central idea can be combined in a single conclusion. e. It is usually best to let a conclusion grow out of the inspiration of the moment.

Q: What does your textbook say about preparing an effective speech conclusion? a. Make your conclusion about 5 to 10 percent of the entire speech. b. Work especially hard on establishing your credibility in the conclusion. c. Keep an eye out for concluding materials as you research the speech. d. all of the above e. a and c only

Q: According to your textbook, the following passage from a speech introduction is an example of a(n) __________ . In my speech today, I will show you the serious health dangers posed by the flu, and I will urge each of you to get a flu shot every year without fail. a. preview statement b. transition statement c. credibility statement d. attention statement e. summary statement

Q: According to your textbook, the following passage from a speech introduction is an example of a(n) __________ . In order for you to understand why the mariachi are significant to Hispanic culture, I will give you a brief overview of the history of the mariachi, their style of dress, and the ways they are used in entertainment today. a. preview statement b. credibility statement c. transition statement d. attention statement e. summary statement

Q: Which objective of a good speech introduction is fulfilled by the following statement? a. preview the body b. establish the speakers goodwill c. state the importance of the topic d. summarize the introduction e. relate to the audience

Q: According to your textbook, the following passage from a speech introduction is an example of a(n) __________ . Today I would like to share what I have learned about attention deficit disorder by first discussing its effects on people and then looking at the treatments that can be used to help people who suffer from this condition. a. opening statement b. attention statement c. preview statement d. credibility statement e. transition statement

Q: In the introduction of her speech on bike paths, Shannon mentioned her involvement with a local cycling club and her work on a grant requesting state funding for a local bike trail. By sharing this information with her audience, Shannon was seeking to accomplish which goal of a speech introduction? a. gain attention b. establish credibility c. preview the body of the speech d. relate to the audience e. reveal the topic

Q: According to your textbook, the following passage from a speech introduction is an example of a(n) __________ . I became interested in canine companions two years ago when my older sister, who was paralyzed in a car accident, received a canine companion named Lucky. Since then I have learned more about the subject by watching Lucky, by talking with my sister, and by reading a number of articles and pamphlets. a. preview statement b. narrative statement c. credibility statement d. attention statement e. thesis statement

Q: In the introduction of his speech on the Special Olympics, Mason mentioned that he had attended the events last year to cheer on a family friend who was competing in some races. Sharing this information with the audience helped Mason achieve which goal of a speech introduction? a. relating to the audience b. generating emotional appeal c. stating the importance of the topic d. establishing credibility e. previewing the body

Q: In the introduction to his speech on the art of digital photography, Terrance mentioned that he works part-time at a camera shop and has had some of his pictures printed in the newspaper. By sharing this information with his audience, Terrance was seeking to accomplish which goal of a speech introduction? a. gain attention b. preview the speech c. reveal the topic d. relate to the audience e. establish credibility

Q: The following passage from a speech introduction is an example of __________ . After attending a seminar on currency security, I became fascinated by the technology developed by the Treasury Department to prevent the counterfeiting of paper money. I learned more about the subject by reading information from the Treasury Department, as well as by interviewing Donna Marshall, a security expert at Bank of America. a. revealing the topic b. previewing the body c. stating the importance of the topic d. establishing the speakers credibility e. relating to the audience

Q: If Natalie Portman were to deliver a speech on international diplomacy, her main task in the introduction would be to a. reveal the topic of her speech. b. gain attention and interest. c. preview the body of her speech. d. establish her credibility on the topic. e. state the importance of her topic.

Q: If Robert Downey Jr. were to deliver a speech about the future of medical care in the United States, his main task in the introduction of his speech would probably be to a. establish credibility. b. reveal the topic. c. gain attention. d. preview the body. e. define key terms.

Q: If a real estate developer were speaking to a group of citizens opposed to the creation of a shopping center in their neighborhood, the most important objective of her or his introduction would probably be to a. gain the attention of the audience. b. reveal the topic of the speech. c. relate the topic to the audience. d. state the importance of the topic. e. create goodwill with the audience.

Q: Tobias began his informative speech by saying: You hear a noise under the hood of your car, so you pull over to the side of the road. Your engine goes dead; you try to start the car, but it just sits there. Then you see a lot of black smoke. Whats happened? Why wont your car go anywhere? What method for gaining attention and interest did Tobias use? a. establishing goodwill with the audience b. arousing the curiosity of the audience c. stating the importance of the topic d. presenting a startling statement e. establishing his credibility as a speaker

Q: Leung began the introduction of his informative speech with these words: How many of you just cant wait until spring break? How many of you plan to hit the road about a minute after your last class lets out? How many of you are looking forward to having a great time? Which objective of a speech introduction were these words designed to fulfill? a. reveal the topic of the speech b. indicate the importance of the topic c. gain the attention of the audience d. enhance the credibility of the speaker e. preview the main points of the speech

Q: Paul began his speech as follows: They called Lou Gehrig the iron horse. This tireless worker played an astounding 2,130 consecutive baseball games even though he suffered 17 hand fractures during those years. This would be like one of us never missing a day of school for over 13 years. Can you imagine completing kindergarten through your senior year with perfect attendance? Never taking a sick day, never a college visit day, or even senior skip day. And, to match Gehrig, you would also have to end your school career with an A average. What method for gaining attention and interest did Paul use? a. revealing the general purpose b. relating the topic to the audience c. previewing the body of the speech d. stating the importance of the topic e. summarizing the central idea

Q: Molly began her speech as follows: I want all of you to think about your day. What did you eat? How active were you? How late will it be before you get to bed? These are the kinds of questions I would like to talk about this evening. What method(s) for gaining attention and interest did Rachel use? a. questioning the audience b. stating the importance of the topic c. relating the topic to the audience d. all of the above e. a and c only

Q: According to your textbook, the best time to work out the exact wording of a speech introduction is a. while you are researching the speech. b. as you rise to deliver a persuasive speech. c. at the same time you formulate the specific purpose. d. after you prepare the body of the speech. e. before you finish phrasing the central idea.

Q: The best time to work out the exact wording of a speech introduction is a. shortly after you determine the central idea. b. before you work out the conclusion. c. when you prepare your speaking outline. d. after you prepare the body of the speech. e. as you rise to deliver an extemporaneous speech.

Q: When preparing a speech introduction, you should usually a. practice the introduction no more than two or three times. b. make sure the introduction takes up 25 percent of the speech. c. complete the introduction after the body of the speech. d. stick with the first introduction that comes to mind. e. use humor to gain the audiences attention and interest.

Q: When preparing a speech introduction, your textbook recommends that you a. keep an eye out for introductory material as you research your speech. b. make sure the introduction is at least 25 percent of your speech. c. perfect the introduction before you work on the body of your speech. d. all of the above. e. a and b only.

Q: When preparing a speech introduction, your textbook recommends that you a. experiment with different openings until you find the best one. b. practice your introduction until you can deliver it with strong eye contact. c. start delivering your introduction while you are walking to the lectern. d. all of the above. e. a and b only.

Q: To prepare an effective speech introduction, your textbook recommends that you a. keep your introduction relatively brief. b. be creative in devising your introduction. c. work out your introduction in detail. d. all of the above. e. a and b only.

Q: What does your textbook say about preparing effective speech introductions? a. The best introduction is likely to be the one that comes to mind first. b. A lengthy quotation can gain attention and help build credibility. c. Determine the exact wording of the introduction before preparing the body. d. Plan to deliver the introduction impromptu so it will be spontaneous. e. Make your introduction no more than 10 to 20 percent of the entire speech.

Q: As your textbook explains, when preparing a speech introduction, you should usually a. practice the introduction no more than one or two times. b. make the introduction about 10 to 20 percent of the entire speech. c. plan to begin speaking immediately so the audience will quiet down. d. all of the above. e. b and c only.

Q: If you were giving an informative speech to your classmates on the subject of photokinesis, you would probably include a __________ in your introduction. a. quotation b. startling statement c. rhetorical question d. story e. definition

Q: When you need to make sure an audience has the information necessary to understand the body of your speech, your preview statement in the introduction might include a a. definition. b. credibility statement. c. statistical reference. d. all of the above. e. a and c only.

Q: According to your textbook, the last part of a speech introduction usually a. establishes the speakers credibility. b. identifies the topic of the speech. c. previews the main points in the body. d. relates the topic to the audience. e. shows the speakers goodwill.

Q: Which of the following is least likely to gain the attention and interest of the audience? a. a rhetorical question b. an intriguing statement c. a lengthy quotation d. striking statistics e. a personal story

Q: When used in a speech introduction, telling a story, asking a question, making a startling statement, and arousing curiosity are all methods of a. previewing the body of the speech. b. enhancing the speakers credibility. c. establishing goodwill with the audience. d. revealing the topic of the speech. e. gaining the attention of the audience.

Q: When preparing an introduction for a speech to a hostile audience, you should be especially careful to a. preview the body of the speech. b. establish credibility and goodwill. c. state the importance of the topic. d. use statistics in the introduction. e. arouse the curiosity of the audience.

Q: Creating goodwill is especially important in the introduction of a(n) __________ speech. a. commemorative b. acceptance c. persuasive d. after-dinner e. informative

Q: According to your textbook, a speaker who attempts to establish goodwill in the introduction of a speech is aiming to convince the audience that she or he a. will not talk for a long time. b. has the best interests of the audience in mind. c. is willing to take questions at the end of the speech. d. will avoid using illogical arguments. e. is qualified to speak on the topic.

Q: When you advocate a highly unpopular position, it is particularly important to __________ in the introduction of your speech. a. tell a story b. define unclear terms c. have a concise preview statement d. state the importance of the topic e. establish goodwill toward the audience

Q: According to your textbook, __________ is the audiences perception of whether a speaker has the best interests of the audience in mind. a. goodwill b. receptiveness c. identification d. connectedness e. egocentrism

Q: __________ is the audiences perception of whether the speaker is qualified to speak on a given topic. a. Identification b. Goodwill c. Connectivity d. Egocentrism e. Credibility

Q: When preparing a speech introduction, you should usually a. reveal the topic of the speech. b. support the central idea with evidence. c. preview the main points of the speech. d. all of the above. e. a and c only.

Q: When preparing a speech introduction, you should usually a. preview the main points to be discussed in the body. b. gain the attention and interest of your audience. c. establish your credibility on the speech topic. d. all of the above. e. a and b only.

Q: Even when you use other interest-arousing lures in a speech introduction, you should always a. startle the audience. b. use a rhetorical question. c. relate the topic to the audience. d. tell an interesting story. e. present striking statistics.

Q: Which of the following would you least likely find in a speech introduction? a. a preview statement b. an announcement of the topic c. a brief quotation d. a credibility statement e. an internal summary

Q: Which of the following would you most likely find in a speech introduction? a. a credibility statement b. a transition c. a causal argument d. an internal summary e. a call to action

Q: Which of the following would you most likely find in a well-constructed speech introduction? a. a transition b. an internal summary c. a lengthy quotation d. a startling statement e. a causal argument

Q: Which of the following would you be most likely to find in a well-constructed speech introduction? a. a visual aid b. a preview statement c. an internal summary d. a research citation e. a lengthy quotation

Q: Which of the following would you expect to find in a well-constructed speech introduction? a. a statement establishing the speakers credibility b. a statement gaining the audiences attention c. a statement previewing the main points of the speech d. all of the above e. a and b only

Q: All of the following are basic objectives of a speech introduction except a. Establish credibility and goodwill. b. Support your main points. c. Reveal the topic of the speech. d. Preview the body of the speech. e. Get the audiences attention and interest.

Q: Which of the following is a major objective of a speech introduction? a. Reveal the topic. b. Identify the audience. c. Reinforce the central idea. d. all of the above e. a and c only

Q: Which of the following is a basic objective of a speech introduction? a. Reinforce the central idea. b. Preview the main points. c. Gain the attention of the audience. d. all of the above e. b and c only

Q: According to your textbook, when you are in a formal speaking situation the most effective way of gaining the initial attention of your audience after you walk to the lectern is a. asking someone to lower the lights. b. beginning to speak loudly and clearly. c. rapping your hand lightly on the lectern until everyone is quiet. d. looking directly at the audience without saying a word. e. asking everyone to be quiet and pay attention.

Q: T F The conclusion should normally make up about 25 percent of a speech. Multiple-Choice Questions (Students are to indicate the best answer for each question by circling the correct letter.)

Q: T F The conclusion should normally comprise about 5 to 10 percent of a speech.

Q: T F When concluding a speech, it is inappropriate to refer back to ideas mentioned in the introduction.

Q: T F Using a quotation is one of the most common and effective ways to conclude a speech.

Q: T F It is overly repetitious to restate the central idea in the conclusion of a speech.

Q: T F One function of a speech conclusion is to reinforce the speakers central idea.

Q: T F A dissolve ending is a conclusion that generates emotional appeal by fading step by step to a dramatic final statement.

Q: T F The conclusion of Martin Luther Kings I Have a Dream is a good example of a crescendo ending.

Q: T F The crescendo conclusion is essentially a matter of the speaker getting louder and louder as the speech comes to an end.

Q: T F A speech conclusion that builds in power and intensity as it moves toward the closing line is known as a crescendo ending.

Q: T F It is inappropriate for a public speaker to say anything so obvious as in conclusion.

Q: T F Arousing the curiosity of the audience is one of the major functions of a speech conclusion discussed in your textbook.

Q: T F One function of a speech conclusion is to establish the credibility of the speaker.

Q: T F Your introduction will have the greatest impact if you begin to speak the moment you reach the front of the room.

Q: T F Under normal circumstances, you should work out the exact wording of your introduction after you have finished preparing the body of your speech.

Q: T F As your textbook explains, you should usually work out the exact wording of your introduction before you prepare the body of your speech.

Q: T F A preview statement is usually necessary in the introduction even when a speaker is addressing an audience that is well-informed about the topic.

Q: T F The preview statement is usually the last component of an introduction and serves as a bridge to the body of the speech.