Question 1

Trevor's speech talked about why it is important to eat breakfast every day. He is using a(n) _____ to help his audience understand how the body uses breakfast as fuel.

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Question 2

A comparison between two seemingly dissimilar things that share some common feature on which the comparison depends is called a(n)_____ analogy.

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Question 3

Gavin had to give an informative speech for his public speaking class. He wrote as his central idea, "Women-you can't live with them, you can't live without them, who understands them?" Explain what is wrong with this central idea.

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Question 4

Explain and demonstrate a central idea.

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Question 5

List the questions that you should keep in mind when selecting a topic.

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Question 6

Once you have decided on your central idea, how can you subdivide it into main ideas? List the three questions to ask.

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Question 7

What does it mean to be an audience-centered presentation speaker?

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Question 8

Explain the three types of general purposes for presentations. How are they different?

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Question 9

If you are stumped and cannot think of an idea for a presentation, the text recommends three approaches. List and briefly explain each of these.

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Question 10

The mistaken belief that the audience is completely aware of the speaker's perspiration, shaking hands, and knocking knees is called the _____ of transparency.

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Question 11

Briefly define and discuss plagiarism.

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Question 12

List at least five of the recommended methods for dealing with speaking anxiety.

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Question 13

List the nine components of the audience-centered public speaking model.

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Question 14

The process of becoming more comfortable as you speak is called _____.

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Question 15

"Laser beams aid surgeons by cutting or destroying diseased tissue, shrinking tumors, burning off tissue, or sealing blood vessels." This statement is an example of a(n) _____ definition.

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Question 16

"A platelet is a tiny, colorless blood cell" is an example of a(n) _____ definition.

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Question 17

Stage fright and communication apprehension are also known as _____ anxiety.

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Question 18

_____ is a technique used to generate creative ideas. It is one recommended way to help you find a topic for your presentation.

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Question 19

What the listeners should know or be able to do at the end of your speech is called the _____ purpose.

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Question 20

Plagiarism gives credibility to a speaker.

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Plagiarism involves presenting someone else's work or ideas as one's own, which undermines the credibility of a speaker. It is considered a form of academic dishonesty and can result in serious consequences such as academic penalties, loss of reputation, and legal actions.

Quiz 11: Developing Your Speech