Question 1

The more complex the structure and content of the speech, the more readily it is received and retained by the audience.

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that audiences better remember and understand simple and straightforward speeches, rather than complex ones. A speech that is too complex can overwhelm the audience and make it difficult for them to process and retain the information. Therefore, a simple and clear speech is more effective in reaching the audience.

Question 2

Public speaking is speaking before an audience.

Accepted Answer

Public speaking involves delivering a speech or presentation to an audience, whether it's a small group or a large gathering.

Question 3

The four speaking methods are manuscript, memorized, impromptu, and extemporaneous.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. The four speaking methods are manuscript (reading a prepared speech), memorized (reciting a speech from memory), impromptu (speaking without preparation or notes), and extemporaneous (delivering a speech with some preparation but not reading from a script or memorizing word-for-word).

Question 4

Extemporaneous speaking consists of speaking to an audience on the spur of the moment, without prior preparation or practice.

Accepted Answer

Extemporaneous speaking involves delivering a speech in a conversational manner using notes or an outline, but with some level of preparation and practice beforehand, unlike impromptu speaking which is done without prior preparation.

Question 5

The _____________ style of speaking consists of speaking from a text.&#10;A) memorized&#10;B) impromptu&#10;C) manuscript&#10;D) extemporaneous

Accepted Answer

Speaking from a text is known as delivering a manuscript speech. This means the speaker has written out their entire speech and is reading it word-for-word.

Question 6

The _____________ style of speaking is prepared and practiced ahead of time, but the exact wording isn't determined until the speaker delivers the speech.&#10;A) memorized&#10;B) impromptu&#10;C) manuscript&#10;D) extemporaneous

Accepted Answer

The description given matches the extemporaneous style of speaking, which involves preparation and practice but allows for flexibility in the exact wording used during delivery.

Question 7

The main points of intelligence, humor and kindness are in what kind of main point order?&#10;A) topical&#10;B) spatial&#10;C) chronological&#10;D) none of the above

Accepted Answer

The main points are listed in topical order, starting with intelligence, then humor, and ending with kindness.

Question 8

Which one of the following is not one of the suggestions for selecting your developmental material?&#10;A) provide a variety of supporting material&#10;B) distribute your material evenly&#10;C) distribute your material at the beginning for emphasis&#10;D) have at least one piece of evidence for each main point

Accepted Answer

Distributing material at the beginning for emphasis is not a suggested strategy for selecting developmental material. Effective distribution typically involves spreading supporting material throughout the presentation to maintain interest and reinforce points, rather than concentrating it at the beginning.

Question 9

In what ways could you use the extemporaneous speaking style after you complete this public speaking course?

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Question 10

Explain the advantages and disadvantages of the four styles of speaking.

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Question 11

Construct a full-sentence outline on a topic of your choice.

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Deck 3: Organizing Your Speech