Question 1

A speech that is built around a story or series of stories uses which type of pattern?&#10;A) topical&#10;B) spatial&#10;C) narrative&#10;D) proximal

Accepted Answer

A speech that is built around a story or series of stories uses a narrative pattern. This pattern involves using a story to illustrate a point or theme throughout the speech.

Question 2

&#34;We are drowning in high-fructose corn syrup and there is no lifeguard on duty, so it's time for us to learn to swim,&#34; is an example of a(n)&#10;A) allusion.&#10;B) simile.&#10;C) metaphor.&#10;D) repetition.

Accepted Answer

This is a metaphor because it compares the overconsumption of high-fructose corn syrup to drowning and implies that we need to take action to save ourselves instead of relying on external help.

Question 3

&#34;First,&#34; &#34;additionally,&#34; and &#34;moving on&#34; are all examples of what your textbook authors call&#10;A) signposts.&#10;B) internal previews.&#10;C) signifiers.&#10;D) attention grabbers.

Accepted Answer

These are all examples of signposts, which are words or phrases that indicate to the listener or reader where they are in the structure of a presentation or text. These help the audience follow along and stay engaged.

Question 4

A comparison between two things that uses the word like or as is referred to as a(n)&#10;A) allusion.&#10;B) simile.&#10;C) metaphor.&#10;D) alliteration.

Accepted Answer

A comparison between two things using the words "like" or "as" is a simile. Allusion refers to a reference to a person or event from history or literature. Metaphor is a comparison between two things without using "like" or "as". Alliteration refers to the repetition of consonant sounds in a series of words.

Question 5

Which organizational pattern organizes the main points according to their physical proximity in relation to one another?&#10;A) topical&#10;B) spatial&#10;C) chronological&#10;D) proximal

Accepted Answer

The spatial organizational pattern organizes the main points according to their physical proximity in relation to one another.

Question 6

What organizational pattern do the following main points represent? I. Small breed dogs, like Chihuahuas, make excellent pets for people who do not have a lot of physical space.
II) Larger breed dogs, like Labrador Retrievers, make excellent pets for people who have plenty of outdoor space.
III) Other dogs, like Greyhounds, offer compassionate people an opportunity to rescue pets that need stability and TLC.

A) topical pattern
B) spatial pattern
C) chronological pattern
D) cause-effect pattern

Accepted Answer

The main points are organized around the topic of different types of dogs that make good pets. Each point covers a different type of dog and why it would be a good choice for a specific type of owner. This is a topical pattern of organization.

Question 7

Speakers usually use a(n) ______________ outline as a rough draft they revisit and revise continually throughout the preparation of their speeches.&#10;A) speaking&#10;B) preparation&#10;C) manuscript&#10;D) essay&#10;Answer Key

Accepted Answer

Speakers usually use a preparation outline as a rough draft that they revisit and revise continually throughout the preparation of their speeches. This type of outline helps them organize their thoughts and ideas and ensure that their speech flows logically and effectively. A manuscript outline is a fully written-out version of a speech, while an essay outline is typically used for writing essays rather than delivering speeches. A speaking outline is a condensed version of a preparation outline that speakers use while delivering their speeches.

Question 8

Brad is organizing his speech on the process of rebuilding a transmission. What organizational pattern would best suit his needs for this speech?&#10;A) topical pattern&#10;B) spatial pattern&#10;C) chronological pattern&#10;D) cause-effect pattern

Accepted Answer

The process of rebuilding a transmission involves a series of steps that must be done in order, such as disassembling the transmission, cleaning the parts, replacing parts, and reassembling the transmission. A chronological pattern would therefore be the most suitable organizational pattern for this speech.

Question 9

_____________ involves making a vague or indirect reference to people, historical events, or concepts to give deeper meaning to the message.&#10;A) Simile&#10;B) Metaphor&#10;C) Allusion&#10;D) Alliteration

Accepted Answer

Allusion involves making a vague or indirect reference to people, historical events, or concepts to give deeper meaning to the message. Simile is a comparison using "like" or "as," metaphor is a direct comparison between two unlike things, and alliteration is the repetition of the same sound at the beginning of words in a sentence or phrase.

Question 10

Which of the following is not one of the steps in the motivated sequence pattern?&#10;A) attention&#10;B) need&#10;C) alternatives&#10;D) satisfaction

Accepted Answer

The five steps of the motivated sequence pattern are attention, need, satisfaction, visualization, and action. The step of alternatives is not a part of this pattern.

Question 11

____________ are the central claims that support a speaker's specific speech purpose and thesis statement.&#10;A) Key words&#10;B) Main points&#10;C) Subpoints&#10;D) Facts

Accepted Answer

The answer of ____________ are the central claims that support...

Question 12

The organizational pattern that presents the main points of a speech forward in a systematic, time-related fashion is named the ___________ pattern.&#10;A) chronological&#10;B) topical&#10;C) spatial&#10;D) cause-effect

Accepted Answer

The answer of The organizational pattern that presents the main...

Question 13

&#34;Sentences that connect different thoughts, points, and details in a way that allows them to flow naturally from one to the next&#34; is most closely associated with which of the following terms?&#10;A) signposts&#10;B) previews&#10;C) subpoints&#10;D) transitions

Accepted Answer

The answer of &#34;Sentences that connect different thoughts, points, and...

Deck 13: B: Organizing, Outlining, and Writing Presentations