Question 1

What invitational environment condition is fulfilled when a speaker recognizes the inherent value of her or his audience's views, although those views might be different from the speaker's?&#10;A)condition of equality&#10;B)condition of value&#10;C)condition of self-determination&#10;D)condition of information

Accepted Answer

The condition of value is fulfilled when a speaker recognizes the inherent value of the audience's views, even if those views differ from the speaker's. This creates an invitational environment where the audience feels respected and valued, and is more likely to engage in meaningful dialogue. The other answer choices - condition of equality, condition of self-determination, and condition of information - may also contribute to an invitational environment, but they are not directly related to recognizing the value of the audience's views.

Question 2

Visual aids can help explain material and thus enhance the clarity of the information.

Accepted Answer

Visual aids such as graphs, charts, diagrams, and images can make complex information easier to understand and can help to clarify key concepts.

Question 3

The two types of invitational speaking are to __________.&#10;A)inform and persuade&#10;B)inform and explore an issue&#10;C)inform and articulate a position&#10;D)explore an issue and articulate a position

Accepted Answer

Invitational speaking is not aimed at persuading or convincing the audience. Rather, it focuses on exploring issues and articulating different perspectives and viewpoints. Therefore, the two types of invitational speaking are exploring an issue and articulating a position.

Question 4

Which of the following is not a tip for giving an effective invitational speech?&#10;A)use invitational language&#10;B)include research to support your opinions&#10;C)limit time for discussion&#10;D)know your position

Accepted Answer

The other options are all important tips for giving an effective invitational speech. However, limiting time for discussion may not always be necessary or appropriate, depending on the context and purpose of the speech. Some invitational speeches are meant to spark dialogue and encourage open-ended discussion, and therefore may require more time for engagement with the audience.

Question 5

Which pattern of organization allows the speaker to systematically address the many sides and positions of an issue before opening up the speech for dialogue with the audience?&#10;A)multiple-perspectives&#10;B)spatial&#10;C)chronological&#10;D)topical

Accepted Answer

The multiple-perspectives pattern is designed to explore various viewpoints on an issue, making it suitable for addressing many sides and positions before engaging in dialogue with the audience.

Question 6

When speakers explore an issue, they develop that position by inviting the audience to see the issue from their perspective and return the gesture by asking to see the issue from the perspective of the audience.

Accepted Answer

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Question 7

Phrases such as &#34;This is the right view because,&#34; &#34;This solution is the best option because,&#34; and &#34;Because of my experience, I know there is only one solution,&#34; are examples of using invitational language to communicate to your listeners that you value them and only are trying to explain your view and not impose it on others.

Accepted Answer

Invitational language is designed to open dialogue and explore perspectives without asserting one's view as the only correct option. The phrases given are assertive and suggest a single correct view, which is contrary to the principles of invitational rhetoric.

Question 8

When speakers create the __________, they recognize that the members of your audience are experts in their own lives.&#10;A)condition of equality&#10;B)condition of value&#10;C)condition of information&#10;D)condition of self-determination

Accepted Answer

The condition of self-determination acknowledges that audience members are experts in their own lives, emphasizing their autonomy and personal experience.

Question 9

A(n) __________ speech is one in which a speaker enters into a dialogue with an audience to clarify positions, explore issues and ideas, or articulate beliefs and values.&#10;A)informative&#10;B)invitational&#10;C)persuasive&#10;D)ceremonial

Accepted Answer

An invitational speech is designed to invite the audience to engage in a conversation with the speaker, to explore ideas, and to clarify positions. It is not meant to persuade or inform but to create a space for dialogue and understanding. Therefore, choice B is the best option among the given choices.

Question 10

Which of the following is not part of the invitational environment?&#10;A)understand the issues fully&#10;B)respect diverse views&#10;C)present one and only one position on an issue&#10;D)appreciate the range of possible positions on an issue

Accepted Answer

Presenting only one position on an issue goes against the invitational environment, which promotes the exploration of a range of possible positions and perspectives.

Deck 15: Invitational Speaking