Deck 11: Public Speaking: Planning the Message

Question 1

After Matt's speech,the questions that his classmates ask him could be used in Matt's _____.

A)speech analysis
B)post-speech analysis
C)both of the above
D)none of the above

Answer 1

B

Question 2

The student government has selected you as the key speaker for the "Don't Raise Tuition!" campaign kick-off.You will be addressing the Board of Trustees,who unanimously voted to increase tuition.What you know is the _____ of this particular audience.

A)rhetorographics
B)psychographics
C)polarization
D)demographics

Answer 2

B

Question 3

Vice Presidential nominee,Sandy Smith,has been selected to give the University's convocation address at graduation.You live in a town where the Panther brand of car was formerly made,but they just moved their operations overseas.The Vice Presidential nominee arrives in a Panther.What has the speaker overlooked about the audience?

A)demographics
B)psychographics
C)rhetorographics
D)political affiliation

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Former President Clinton gained much respect for his ability to respond verbally to hecklers in the audience while not straying from the actual purpose of his speeches.Thus,he was excellent at _____.

A)prior analysis
B)process analysis
C)post-speech analysis
D)reverse heckling

Question 5

Tracey has a speech in a week.Her teacher suggests she use an outline or notes during her speech.Tracey thinks that she can present her speech without any rehearsal or guidelines and with little research.What type of mode of presentation did Tracey's teacher want her to use,and what mode does Tracey plan to use?

A)extemporaneous/ad lib
B)manuscript/memorized
C)extemporaneous/impromptu
D)manuscript/impromptu

Question 6

The act of public communication is based on all of the following parameters EXCEPT _____.

A)the participants
B)the setting
C)the purpose
D)the time limit

Question 7

Which of the following generally correlates positively with quality speech performance?

A)time spent practicing the speech aloud
B)amount of research done
C)time and effort spent in preparation of speaking notes and visual aids
D)all of the above

Question 8

Paul is preparing for a speech he is about to make to his fellow colleagues.The method of development he plans to use is extemporaneous mode.During his speech,he cannot remember the exact figures he found in his research.Instead of referring to his notes,he guesses at the number and does not let the audience know he is unsure.What is Paul guilty of in his speech?

A)plagiarizing
B)ad lib
C)impromptu
D)fabricating

Question 9

Tina is an accomplished academic speaker and professor of modern literature at the local state university.She has been invited to speak to a group of elementary school children about children's literature.Which of the following will be the most important thing for her to pay attention to when planning the speech?

A)language
B)gender
C)organization
D)religious affiliation

Question 10

Impromptu speaking differs from ad lib speaking in that impromptu speaking _____.

A)has more time to decide what to say
B)is more spontaneous
C)has a written response
D)only occurs when questioned

Question 11

One of the major differences between Kenyan and American public speaking patterns is _____.

A)American audiences often make verbal responses during speeches
B)Kenyans deploy the pronoun "I" more often
C)Kenyans tend to use proverbs and analogies rather than citing research
D)American speakers believe it is acceptable for the speech to run well past the allotted time

Question 12

Chris has chosen the topic of gay marriage for an upcoming speech contest.Which of the following is most important for Chris to discern about the audience at the contest? The audience's _____.

A)educational level
B)age distribution
C)liberal/conservative breakdown
D)gender distribution

Question 13

Johnny is a freshman and is giving a presentation to the newspaper editor.He wants to impress the editor and wants it to be listenable.What should he do?

A)use broad and technical vocabulary
B)don't tell the editor what is coming next;surprise is better
C)use a structure that lays out clear signposts for the editor
D)don't worry about cohesiveness or flow

Question 14

Becky is giving a speech to the student senate about freshman wanting more say in the decision-making process.She begins receiving negative nonverbal cues from senate members.She is in what stage of giving a speech?

A)process of the speech analysis
B)process of post speech analysis
C)process of negative cues
D)process of persuasion

Question 15

You know your audience is primarily female,between the ages of 18 and 32,and all are trying to break into male-dominated careers.What you know is the _____ of this particular audience.

A)rhetorographics and psychographics
B)psychographics and demographics
C)rhetorographics and demographics
D)demographics and psychographics

Question 16

While speaking,you notice three audience members make faces of confusion when you say an important part of your speech.You quickly say,"I can see I confused a few of you.Let me say that differently…" What you did was considered _____.

A)process analysis
B)prior analysis
C)post-speech analysis
D)presentation analysis

Question 17

All of the following are basic modes of speech presentation EXCEPT _____.

A)impromptu or ad lib mode
B)extemporaneous mode
C)major point mode
D)manuscript mode

Question 18

Considering the types and content of questions asked after a speech can be helpful in _____.

A)process analysis
B)prior analysis
C)post-speech analysis
D)psychoanalysis

Question 19

Students in Matt's communication class are required to present an informative speech.Matt decides he wants to talk about the use of genetically engineered food.He gathers his material and develops an outline of what he wants to cover.After he delivers his speech,some of the questions his classmates ask him are about his main point,to which Matt was perfectly clear.How could Matt have avoided this?

A)He should have used the manuscript mode of delivery.
B)He should have composed a statement of the central idea.
C)He should have used prior analysis more effectively.
D)He should have chosen a different topic.

Question 20

Shu-hong reads her speech word-for-word from her document.This is called _____ mode.

A)impromptu
B)memorized
C)manuscript
D)extemporaneous

Question 21

Most speakers usually use notes or an outline when they give an extemporaneous speech.

Question 22

Fabrication occurs when a speaker uses the words and ideas of others without giving credit to the source of the material.

Question 23

Iman considers herself to be a global thinker/listener and is stimulated by pictures rather than words.She has struggled in her presentational speaking class because she has been trying to make her speeches by lists.A technique she should consider is _____.

A)mind mapping
B)brainstorming
C)manuscript speeches
D)extemporaneous speeches

Question 24

One benefit of the memorized speech mode is that the speaker has comparatively more opportunities to look directly at the audience than with manuscript mode.

Question 25

Pat is a deeply religious student who just won the university's science fair.The award will be given at the next meeting of the National Academy of Science,which is comprised mainly of atheist and agnostic scientists.Pat plans to read a passage from the Bible during the acceptance speech.Pat's professor advises against this,saying that religious material is inappropriate for this audience.Pat's professor's idea is consistent with what your textbook would advise in this situation.

Question 26

In preparing a manuscript presentation,you should be sure to _____.

A)never repeat an idea
B)use complex sentences
C)write on the backs of pages
D)use the active,not passive,voice

Question 27

Since Wikipedia is collectively composed by a variety of non-experts there is no need to cite it in an academic speech to avoid plagiarism.

Question 28

The place,time of day,time limit,emotional climate,and other conditions of a speech are summed up as _____.

A)logographics
B)demographics
C)extemporaneographics
D)rhetorographics

Question 29

Compared with American students who tend to prefer speakers with whom they can identify,German students are less concerned about identifying personally with the speaker.

Question 30

You should adapt your vocabulary to the level of the audience rather than use technical words that they may or may not understand.

Question 31

Mind-mapping is usually favored by _____.

A)global thinkers/listeners
B)left-brained people
C)dual brain dominance people
D)women

Question 32

Plagiarism is the intentional or unintentional act of using another's ideas or words without giving credit to the originator of the material.

Question 33

Which of the following key phrases would NOT be considered developing a statement of central idea for a persuasive speech?

A)to agree with
B)to contribute to
C)to accept that
D)to demonstrate

Question 34

You are speaking before an audience whose views are different from yours regarding the drinking age,which is the topic of your speech.You would like to gain a positive relationship with the audience.As an ethical speaker,you should alter your stand to appeal to the audience.

Question 35

All the following are functions of developing a statement of central ideas EXCEPT _____.

A)summarizing
B)persuading
C)description
D)analyzing

Question 36

When delivering a speech in manuscript mode,your outline would be in the form of a topic outline or talking points.

Question 37

Plagiarism and fabrication are mistakes only made by lower level public speakers.Politicians and famous speakers have never been cited for those elementary mistakes.

Question 38

You can safely assume your college classmates are similar to you,so audience analysis is NOT as important in college as it is in your career.

Question 39

An effective public speaker is NOT afraid to adjust his/her presentation when process analysis warrants it.

Question 40

Process analysis is only effective if the speaker is using impromptu or ad lib as a mode of presentation.

Question 41

The statement of central idea includes three components: goal of the speech,topic of the speech,and audience analysis.

Question 42

As part of a political campaign,a wealthy,white male politician will give a speech to an audience that is comprised of unemployed factory workers in a struggling community in which there are many ethnic minorities.In five short sentences,give the politician advice on how to try to establish rapport with the audience and avoid being offensive.

Question 43

Some students believe that thinking through the demographics,psychographics,and rhetorographics of the audience for a speech can be time consuming.First,identify each of these characteristics.Second,take a stand for or against this belief and justify your stand.Make sure to build your foundation on the foundation of being an effective communicator and not just your personal opinion.

Question 44

Identify the three parts of the central idea and explain the purpose of each of them.Then,using a topic of your choice,demonstrate each of the three areas.

Question 45

List and explain two specific techniques you might use as the speaker to encourage audience's listening ability of your next speech.

Question 46

You are an American college student who has been asked to give a speech introducing your culture to a visiting group of Kenyans.How might you best try to adjust your speech and delivery to reach this audience most effectively?

Question 47

In the following central idea statements,underline the goal once,the topic twice,and circle the method of development.
(a)To inform the audience that vitamin C protects against the common cold by examining six scientific studies that provide evidence for this viewpoint.
(b)To persuade the audience to complete and sign organ donation cards,listing five reasons for them to do so.
(c)To inform the audience of the Domestic Partnership Act by explaining the history of the bill and its current status.
(d)To persuade the audience to vote for the Employment Non-Discrimination Act by discussing the Act's purpose and the dangers of non-adoption.
(e)To persuade the audience of the harms of second-hand smoke by showing the effects on six different body organs.

Question 48

Select three of the following speech situations and identify the best mode of delivery.Justify your answers.
(a)The President's State of the Union address.
(b)A contest that stipulates the speech must be exactly five minutes in length,no notes may be used,and it must be presented in exactly the same words in three separate rounds.
(c)Your informative or persuasive speech for this class.
(d)You are attending a student volunteer banquet,and you have just found out that you have received the "Outstanding Student Volunteer" award,an award for which you did not even know that you were nominated.
(e)The public relations announcement of the death of a country's major leader.