Deck 12: Informative Speaking

Question 1

If a speaker delivers an in-depth research presentation, it is called a(n)______________ speech.

A)extemporaneous
B)explicit
C)explanatory
D)expository

Answer 1

D

Question 2

Effective process speeches require _______________.

A)detailed elements
B)good reasons
C)carefully delineated steps
D)liberal use of definitions

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Which of these is true about creativity as it relates to the speech making process?

A)creativity begins with lots of research
B)creativity takes time
C)creativity occurs when you think about things from a variety of perspectives
D)all of these are true

Answer 3

D

Question 4

Each of the following is a way to address diverse learning styles EXCEPT ________________________.

A)providing concrete vivid images, examples, stories, and testimonials
B)using visual aids and appropriate facial expressions and gestures
C)giving clear macrostructure as well as definitions, explanations, and statistics
D)none; all of the above are ways to address diverse learning styles

Question 5

If a speaker attempts to describe the size of California in relation to the United States using a grape and a grapefruit, he/she is using the ________________ method of informing.

A)description
B)definition
C)comparison and contrast
D)narration

Question 6

Of the following, all are characteristics of effective informative speaking EXCEPT _____________________.

A)intellectual stimulation
B)creativity
C)motivation
D)relevance

Question 7

In Sarah' speech about environmental movements, she states "recycling a single plastic bottle can conserve enough to energy to light a 60-watt lightbulb for six hours."  She is engaging in the ____________ method of informing.

A)description
B)definition
C)comparison and contrast
D)narration
E)demonstration

Question 8

If Katrina were delivering an expository speech about hip-hop or salsa music, she would be presenting _______________________.

A)an exposition of historical events and forces
B)an exposition of a theory, principle, or law
C)an exposition of a creative work
D)an exposition of political, economic, social, religious, or ethical issues

Question 9

If a speaker cannot physically perform the steps of a demonstration, he/she could _______________.

A)distribute a handout explaining the steps
B)describe the steps using vivid language
C)choose a different speech topic
D)use a visual aid to show the steps

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a way to help define a word?

A)explaining its derivation or history
B)explaining its use or function
C)explaining or using a familiar synonym or antonym
D)explaining how it compares or contrasts to other items

Question 11

One of the best ways to become a productive thinking is to ____________________.

A)rethink a topic, issue, or problem from many perspectives
B)make your thoughts visible by sketching drawings, diagrams, and graphs
C)set regular goals to actually produce something
D)all of the above

Question 12

If Audrey were explaining a coin based off its age and condition, what method of informing he would be using?

A)description
B)definition
C)narration
D)compare and contrast

Question 13

A good narration will do all the following EXCEPT _________________.

A)build suspense
B)use general language
C)use dialogue
D)include characters and settings

Question 14

If a speaker presents either entirely new information, or familiar information in a new way that piques curiosity and excites interest, then he/she is utilizing _______________.

A)intellectual stimulation
B)creativity
C)motivation
D)relevance

Question 15

What are ways to identify new insights about a topic?

A)consider the depth and breadth
B)consider the motivation
C)consider the relevance
D)consider the creative genius of the speaker

Question 16

When a speaker tries to think about something from a variety of perspectives, it is known as _________________.

A)brainstorming
B)norming
C)critical thinking
D)productive thinking

Question 17

This method of informative speech shows how something is done, displays the stages of a process, or depicts something works.

A)definition
B)compare and contrast
C)demonstration
D)description

Question 18

A speech on the largest painting that was created by over 3,000 students is an example of ___________________.

A)an exposition of historical events and forces
B)an exposition of a theory, principle, or law
C)an exposition of a creative work
D)an exposition of political, economic, social, religious, or ethical issues

Question 19

A speech on the development of the rollercoaster over time is known as ____________.

A)an exposition of historical events and forces
B)an exposition of a theory, principle, or law
C)an exposition of a creative work
D)an exposition of political, economic, social, religious, or ethical issues

Question 20

Informative speeches are designed to do which of the following?

A)explain or describe facts, truths, and principles
B)educate audiences
C)answer questions about a topic
D)all of the above

Question 21

When delivering an exposition of historical events and forces, a speaker has a special obligation to seek out narratives that can enliven the speech.

Question 22

Narration method of informing should only be presented in the first person voice.

Question 23

Audience members will recognize how the new information you are sharing is relevant to them.

Question 24

Rarely do creative ideas come when we are in a time rush.

Question 25

Effective information speeches share information that is both new and relevant.

Question 26

In demonstration method of informing, you organize the steps into a time-ordered hierarchy.

Question 27

If the process to be demonstrated is longer than the available time, the speaker should not waste that time on the demonstration.

Question 28

Verbal descriptions can also create informative mental pictures.

Question 29

Process thinking occurs when we contemplate something from a variety of perspectives.

Question 30

A speaker whose audience is already familiar with a topic will have an easy time adapting the material.