Question 1

Narrative is a term that refers to the process, art, and techniques of storytelling.

Accepted Answer

Narrative refers to the structured way stories are told, including the techniques and art used to convey the story, its characters, plot, setting, and themes.

Question 2

You can involve audience members in your presentation by asking questions, encouraging interaction among audience members, and asking for feedback.

Accepted Answer

Involving audience members in your presentation through questions, encouraging interaction, and asking for feedback are effective strategies to engage and maintain their interest, making the presentation more interactive and dynamic.

Question 3

Story probability assesses the formal features of a story, such as the consistency of characters and actions.

Accepted Answer

Story probability refers to how well a story hangs together internally, assessing the consistency and believability of characters, actions, and events within the narrative context.

Question 4

Using yourself as the object of humor will severely damage your credibility.

Accepted Answer

Using yourself as the object of humor, when done appropriately, can actually enhance your credibility by making you appear more relatable and human. It can also help to break down barriers and build rapport with your audience.

Question 5

Researchers conclude that humor has direct health benefits such as lowering blood pressure and reducing depression.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

Your textbook authors describe four kinds of truths in effective stories that are related to the story’s purpose, speaker, audience, and logistics.

Accepted Answer

Effective storytelling often involves aligning the story's purpose, the speaker's authenticity, the audience's needs or expectations, and the logistical aspects of how the story is told or shared, which can be considered different "truths" that contribute to a story's impact and effectiveness.

Question 7

Asking the audience to actively participate in a presentation keeps them alert and interested.

Accepted Answer

Active participation engages the audience, making the presentation more interactive and keeping their attention focused, which helps in maintaining their interest.

Question 8

Games and training exercises can be used to encourage audience participation.

Accepted Answer

Games and training exercises are effective tools for engaging participants, making learning interactive, and encouraging active participation in group settings.

Question 9

"Story fidelity" refers to how truthful story appears.

Accepted Answer

Story fidelity refers to the degree to which a story resonates with listeners or readers as sounding truthful and authentic.

Question 10

Using humor that are borrowed from a book or made up is easier to share than are humorous stories based on your personal experiences.

Accepted Answer

Humor based on personal experiences is often easier to share because it is unique, relatable, and can be tailored to the audience, making it more engaging and easier to convey.

Question 11

One of the easiest and best ways to use humor in a presentation is to poke fun at yourself.

Accepted Answer

Self-deprecating humor can make you appear more relatable and approachable, helping to engage your audience without offending anyone.

Question 12

Regardless of your gender, race, or age, avoid using curse words or offensive humor in a presentation to a general audience.

Accepted Answer

Using curse words or offensive humor can alienate or offend parts of your audience, making your message less effective and potentially harming your reputation.

Question 13

Audiences usually remember presentations in which they have participated.

Accepted Answer

Audiences are more likely to remember presentations in which they have actively participated due to increased engagement and interaction, which enhances memory retention.

Question 14

Humor has value because it can  defuse anger, ease tensions, and stimulate action.

Accepted Answer

Humor can indeed defuse anger, ease tensions, and stimulate action by providing a lighter perspective, creating a shared experience, or breaking down barriers, which can lead to more positive interactions and outcomes.

Question 15

When analyzing story's fidelity, ask yourself, "Can I follow the events as they unfold?"

Accepted Answer

Fidelity in a story refers to the truthfulness or believability of the narrative, not just the clarity of the sequence of events.

Question 16

When asking about a story’s probability, ask yourself, “Do the characters behave in a consistent manner?” In other words, “Why did he do that?” or “How could she do that given everything else she’s said and done?”

Accepted Answer

Characters behaving consistently within their established traits and motivations contributes to a story's believability and internal logic, making their actions more probable and understandable within the narrative context.

Question 17

You should always wait until the end of a presentation before asking the audience questions.

Accepted Answer

Asking questions throughout the presentation can engage the audience, keep their attention, and make the presentation more interactive and effective.

Question 18

Satire compares two (often opposite) concepts or events resulting in unexpected, humorous outcomes.

Accepted Answer

Satire uses humor, irony, or exaggeration to criticize or mock, often highlighting the absurdity of a situation, but it doesn't necessarily involve comparing two opposite concepts.

Question 19

Audience members tend to remember humorous speakers positively even when they are not enthusiastic about the speaker’s message or topic.

Accepted Answer

Humor creates a positive emotional connection, making the audience more likely to remember the speaker positively, even if they are not particularly interested in the message or topic.

Question 20

When asking for volunteers from the audience, cooperation is usually difficult to achieve.

Accepted Answer

People are often willing to volunteer, especially in environments that are engaging or where they feel a sense of community or excitement.

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