Deck 10: Persuasive Speaking

Question 1

One of the best uses of your knowledge of critical thinking and argumentation is to advocate for ideas you believe in.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Using "both-sides persuasion" is not recommended.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

Practicing your speech ahead of time and using relaxation techniques will improve your presentation.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

When speaking you should concentrate on yourself rather than on your audience.

Question 5

A hostile audience

A) does not care either way about your topic
B) does not know about your topic agrees with your view on the topic
C) opposed to your ideas or policies
D) does not have a position on the topic

Question 6

Ethos, as defined by Aristotle is

A) emotional appeal
B) personal credibility
C) logical organization and reasoning
D) rational persuasion
E) ethical stance on the topic

Question 7

What is the correct order for a problem solution persuasive format?

A) Introduction, inherency, significance, solvency, conclusion
B) Conclusion, significance, solvency, inherency, introduction
C) Introduction, significance, inherency, solvency, conclusion
D) Introduction, significance, solvency, inherency, conclusion
E) None of the above organizational patterns are correct

Question 8

Visualization and action are two of the five steps in

A) Aristotle's organization
B) Skinner's audience analysis
C) Shield's sequence
D) Monroe's motivated sequence
E) Plato's persuasive speaking

Question 9

What is the preview of a speech and why is it important?

Question 10

When should the conclusion (thesis statement) first appear in a speech?

Question 11

Why are transitions helpful in a speech?

Question 12

What should follow each key point?

Question 13

What is the reason for reviewing your ideas toward the end of the speech?

Question 14

What are two ways to conclude your speech after you review your key points?

Question 15

If your audience is hostile to your position, when should you present your strongest points?

Question 16

The questions in the following section are examples of motivational appeals. Each motivational appeal fits into a category of Maslow's hierarchy. Name the category in which it fits best and give your reason why. Categories are: Physical, Safety, Social, Self-esteem, and Self-actualization.
-"Consider investing with a concerned, caring firm, the firm of Carmichael and Smith. We'll become part of your family."

Question 17

The questions in the following section are examples of motivational appeals. Each motivational appeal fits into a category of Maslow's hierarchy. Name the category in which it fits best and give your reason why. Categories are: Physical, Safety, Social, Self-esteem, and Self-actualization.
-"Be all that you can be; join the Army!"

Question 18

The questions in the following section are examples of motivational appeals. Each motivational appeal fits into a category of Maslow's hierarchy. Name the category in which it fits best and give your reason why. Categories are: Physical, Safety, Social, Self-esteem, and Self-actualization.
-"Statistics indicate that one out of four ninth graders drinks alcohol at least once a week. As parents, you need to know the warning signals of substance abuse.

Question 19

The questions in the following section are examples of motivational appeals. Each motivational appeal fits into a category of Maslow's hierarchy. Name the category in which it fits best and give your reason why. Categories are: Physical, Safety, Social, Self-esteem, and Self-actualization.
-"Wouldn't you like to know that your vote made a difference in reducing child abuse?"

Question 20

The questions in the following section are examples of motivational appeals. Each motivational appeal fits into a category of Maslow's hierarchy. Name the category in which it fits best and give your reason why. Categories are: Physical, Safety, Social, Self-esteem, and Self-actualization.
-"If we don't deal with our town's old chemical plant, we may have more leaks that will make it difficult for children, the elderly, and those with respiratory ailments to breathe."

Question 21

The questions in the following section are examples of motivational appeals. Each motivational appeal fits into a category of Maslow's hierarchy. Name the category in which it fits best and give your reason why. Categories are: Physical, Safety, Social, Self-esteem, and Self-actualization.
-"The average worker is working more hours per week now than before the industrial revolution. We have less time for rest and recreation. Using time management principles can maximize the free hours we do have."

Question 22

The questions in the following section are examples of motivational appeals. Each motivational appeal fits into a category of Maslow's hierarchy. Name the category in which it fits best and give your reason why. Categories are: Physical, Safety, Social, Self-esteem, and Self-actualization.
-"When people near the end of their lives, do they reflect on the close relationships they have had? Or do they reflect on their promotions and successes? The answer is the former, and this is a matter worthy of our consideration."

Question 23

The questions in the following section are examples of motivational appeals. Each motivational appeal fits into a category of Maslow's hierarchy. Name the category in which it fits best and give your reason why. Categories are: Physical, Safety, Social, Self-esteem, and Self-actualization.
-"Imagine how you will feel when you give your loved ones these stylish shoes and at the same time provide shoes for people in our community who can't afford them."

Question 24

The questions in the following section are examples of motivational appeals. Each motivational appeal fits into a category of Maslow's hierarchy. Name the category in which it fits best and give your reason why. Categories are: Physical, Safety, Social, Self-esteem, and Self-actualization.
-"We need to conserve water, so that the families in our state will have enough to drink."

Question 25

Monroe's motivated sequence contains a unique step that other persuasive formats don't contain: the visualization step. Define this step and discuss how it could be effective in persuading an audience.

Question 26

Define two of the following steps in the problem-solution method of structuring speeches: harms, inherency, significance, solvency. Use examples to clarify your definitions.

Question 27

Name and explain three of the basic human needs discussed in Chapter 10 and how they would be used in a persuasive speech.