Deck 16: Speaking for Special Occasions and Purposes

Question 1

16-12 What two criteria are most important when making a speech of introduction?

A)be brief and witty
B)be brief and informative
C)be brief and accurate
D)be accurate and self-serving

Answer 1

C

Question 2

16-16 Renton has been asked to present his colleague,Rebecca,with the "Journalist of the Year" award.What is important for him to remember to say in this speech?

A)to quickly announce the recipient's name and let her talk about the award
B)to talk about the last recipient of the award and his accomplishments
C)to briefly refer to the occasion and mention the significance of the award
D)to mention that his colleague has been up for this award twice before

Answer 2

C

Question 3

16-07 At the monthly meeting of the Chamber of Commerce,a representative from a local tour bus company makes a presentation about the economic advantages of using her company's services for visiting dignitaries.What kind of special-occasion speech is this?

A)a public relations speech
B)a professional report
C)a keynote address
D)a ceremonial speech

Answer 3

A

Question 4

16-04 Which of the following suggestions should you follow for enhancing teamwork when planning a group presentation?

A)Plunge into the assignment immediately and divide up the work.
B)Avoid giving group members individual assignments.
C)Develop a group outline.
D)Do not incorporate visual aids in a group presentation.

Question 5

16-17 What should the speaker keep in mind when giving an acceptance speech?

A)You should use an impromptu delivery so the remarks don't sound canned.
B)You should thank those giving you the award and comment on the significance of the award to you.
C)You should be emotional,sincere,and take as long as you wish.
D)You should write out your whole speech,word-for-word on note cards,so you can use them to read from.

Question 6

16-19 A renowned philanthropist and well-respected national speaker gave the commencement address at Audrey's graduation ceremony.He spoke of his concerns about rising crime rates for juveniles,of the problem of gang violence,and about crimes against women.Was this appropriate content for a commencement address?

A)No;he should have treated the event like an after-dinner speech,a speech to entertain.
B)No,because he didn't praise,inspire,or challenge the graduating class.
C)Yes,because it dealt with serious concerns that will continue to face the graduates.
D)Yes,because his approach was different and commencement addresses often become boring.

Question 7

16-03 Lawrence is a climatologist and was asked to participate in an informal group presentation with other scientists in which a moderator encourages the scientists to engage in an informed dialogue on the issue of climate change.Lawrence does not have to prepare a formal speech for the presentation,but has decided to prepare some notes on key facts and statistics that he can use during the discussion.Lawrence will be participating in a

A)symposium.
B)forum presentation.
C)panel discussion.
D)news briefing.

Question 8

16-10 A speech delivered on a special occasion for celebration,thanksgiving,praise,or mourning is known as a ceremonial speech or a ______ speech.

A)epideictic
B)commencement
C)symposium
D)kairos

Question 9

16-15 When you make a speech placing someone's name in nomination for an office or award,what should you be sure to mention?

A)the history and significance of the award or office
B)past winners or office-holders who are in the audience
C)funny stories that might be associated with the nominee
D)the nominee's qualifications for this award or office

Question 10

16-05 When participating in a group presentation,Jose was asked by his group to introduce the topic and group members.He was also asked to keep track of time and ensure that no one either dominates the discussion or speaks too little.Jose was serving as a

A)panelist.
B)moderator.
C)presenter.
D)nominee.

Question 11

16-06 Which of the following types of speeches is designed to inform the public,strengthen alliances with them,and possibly recommend policy to those outside the work environment?

A)a persuasive presentation
B)an organizational report
C)a public relations speech
D)a news briefing

Question 12

16-20 On the first anniversary of Ronald Reagan's death,the Reagan family and a group of close friends gathered at the Reagan Library to talk about Ronald Reagan's life and accomplishments.Then former President George H.W.Bush gave a brief speech at the occasion.What is the textbook term for this speech?

A)a presentation speech
B)a commencement address
C)a speech of dedication
D)a commemorative address

Question 13

16-13 Martina is concerned about the introductory speech she has to give for the guest speaker at her banquet.According to your textbook,what should Martina keep in mind?

A)She has nothing to worry about;audiences don't usually listen to introductions of speakers.
B)She should mention why she was chosen for this honor.
C)She should introduce the topic and the speaker,briefly and accurately.
D)She should tell as much about the speaker's credentials as she can find.

Question 14

16-02 In a ______ presentation,audience members direct questions and comments to a group,and group members respond with short impromptu speeches.

A)symposium
B)forum
C)panel discussion
D)news briefing

Question 15

16-09 What Greek term is used to describe the circumstances surrounding a speech or the occasion for a speech?

A)pathos
B)ethos
C)mythos
D)kairos

Question 16

16-14 When offering a brief salute to a special occasion or person,you are giving

A)a eulogy.
B)an address.
C)a toast.
D)an introduction.

Question 17

16-18 The special-occasion speech,given at or near the beginning of a meeting or a conference,which sets the theme and tone is a

A)speech of introduction.
B)tribute
C)keynote address
D)report

Question 18

16-11 A brief,accurate speech where the goals are to provide information about another speaker and build his or her credibility is

A)a speech of introduction.
B)a toast.
C)a commemorative address.
D)an award presentation.

Question 19

16-08 In a public relations presentation,the speaker should anticipate and prepare for criticism by

A)defending the position of his organization.
B)ignoring any objections and remaining positive.
C)explaining more carefully the organization's plan.
D)planning to counter objections and problems.

Question 20

16-01 A ______ is a public discussion during which the members of a group share responsibility by presenting a series of short speeches to an audience.

A)symposium
B)forum
C)panel discussion
D)news briefing

Question 21

16-24 A phrase in which the initial sounds of words are switched is known as

A)a pun.
B)a spoonerism.
C)a malapropism.
D)hyperbole.

Question 22

16-40 An after-dinner speech is an entertaining speech,usually delivered in conjunction with a mealtime meeting or banquet.

Question 23

16-27 The opposite of hyperbole,______ involves downplaying a fact or event.

A)verbal irony
B)a spoonerism
C)a malapropism
D)understatement

Question 24

16-38 A eulogy is a speech delivered during ceremonies held in memory of some past event and/or the person or persons involved.

Question 25

16-26 The humorous verbal strategy of exaggeration is

A)verbal irony.
B)a spoonerism.
C)a malapropism.
D)hyperbole.

Question 26

16-33 A toast is a brief salute to a momentous occasion.

Question 27

16-23 A ______ relies on double meanings to create humor.

A)spoonerism
B)pun
C)malapropism
D)hyperbole

Question 28

16-28 A speaker who employs ______ says just the opposite of what he or she really means.

A)verbal irony
B)a spoonerism
C)a malapropism
D)understatement

Question 29

16-31 A public relations speech is designed to inform the public,to strengthen alliances with them,but never to recommend policy.

Question 30

16-35 An acceptance speech is a speech of thanks for an award,nomination,or other honor.

Question 31

16-30 ______ involves relating an incident that takes an unexpected turn at the end.

A)Verbal irony
B)Wit
C)Malapropism
D)Understatement

Question 32

16-25 The mistaken use of a word that sounds much like the intended word,such as "infatuation" for "inflation," is

A)verbal irony.
B)a spoonerism.
C)a malapropism.
D)understatement.

Question 33

16-21 A speech of tribute that is delivered when someone has died is known as a

A)eulogy.
B)keynote address.
C)speech of dedication.
D)commemorative address.

Question 34

16-34 A presentation speech is a speech that officially recommends someone as a candidate for an office or position.

Question 35

16-29 When giving a speech about recycling,Dolores said,"I took a beer bottle to the recycling center,but they wouldn't take it.They said,'This is the pint of no return.'" What humorous verbal strategy did Dolores engage in?

A)a pun
B)a spoonerism
C)a malapropism
D)hyperbole

Question 36

16-39 A commemorative address is a speech of tribute delivered when someone has died.

Question 37

16-36 A keynote address is a speech that sets the theme and tone for a meeting or conference.

Question 38

16-32 An epideictic speech is another name for a ceremonial speech.

Question 39

16-22 ______ is a humorous presentation,usually delivered in conjunction with a mealtime meeting or banquet.

A)An after-dinner speech
B)A public-relations speech
C)A speech of introduction
D)A commemorative address

Question 40

16-37 A commencement address is a speech delivered at a graduation ceremony.

Question 41

16-44 ______ is the Greek term rhetoricians use to describe the circumstances surrounding,or the occasion for,a speech.

Question 42

16-49 What is a spoonerism? Provide a specific example.

Question 43

16-42 A _____ is a question-and-answer session that usually follows a public discussion or symposium.

Question 44

16-43 A _____ is a group discussion designed to inform an audience about issues or a problem or to make recommendations.

Question 45

16-47 List and describe four of the nine different types of ceremonial speeches.

Question 46

16-45 A ______ occurs when someone switches the initial sounds of words in a single phrase.

Question 47

16-50 What is a malapropism? Provide a specific example.

Question 48

16-48 What are the speaker's main objectives in a eulogy?

Question 49

16-41 A _____ is a public discussion in which a series of short speeches is presented to an audience.

Question 50

16-46 List and explain four strategies for achieving humor in after-dinner speeches.