Question 1

When responding to a question in the question-and-answer period,you primarily should talk to the person who asked the question as opposed to the whole audience.

Accepted Answer

During a question-and-answer period, it's important to address the person who asked the question initially to acknowledge them, but you should also engage with the entire audience to keep everyone involved and interested in the discussion.

Question 2

To improve one's own public speaking ability it is a good idea to recall and analyze other people's speeches that you found to be engaging.

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Question 3

If you are in doubt about the quality or the appropriateness of a joke,you should leave it out.

Accepted Answer

It is always better to err on the side of caution and avoid telling a joke that could be offensive or inappropriate.

Question 4

Pat has chosen to discuss the cancer risk posed by common household products in an informative speech.Pat believes that humor would be inappropriate for this topic.What other attention getting technique might Pat effectively employ?

Accepted Answer

Beginning the speech with a question is a great attention-getting technique as it engages the audience's curiosity and gets them thinking about the topic. It is a more appropriate approach than the other options provided.

Question 5

At the local speech contest Semaj captivated her audience with her informative speech on the influence of West African folk music on blues,rock-n-roll,and R&B.Since her speech went well,it is acceptable that it exceeded the 20 minute limit by an additional 10 minutes.

Accepted Answer

The fact that Semaj's speech went well does not justify exceeding the time limit. Contestants are typically expected to adhere to the stated time limit regardless of the quality of their speech.

Question 6

During a question-and-answer session,a speaker should not admit he/she does not know the answer to an audience member's question,as he/she may lose credibility.

Accepted Answer

It is actually better for a speaker to admit if they do not know the answer to an audience member's question, as it shows honesty and integrity. They can then offer to find the answer and follow up with the audience member later. This can actually increase the speaker's credibility.

Question 7

The most engaging presenters of professional papers are those who speak extemporaneously.

Accepted Answer

Extemporaneous speaking allows for a more natural and conversational delivery, which can be engaging and hold the audience's attention. It also allows the presenter to adapt to the audience's reactions and respond to questions or feedback in a more confident and direct manner. However, this also requires preparation and practice to ensure that the presentation flows smoothly and stays on topic.

Question 8

A technical report by definition involves minute details and processes.Which of the following is most important for someone creating a technical report?

Accepted Answer

Audience analysis is crucial for creating a technical report as it helps to determine the level of technical jargon and detail that should be included in the report, and also helps to identify the needs and expectations of the target audience. Employing humor may not be appropriate in a technical report, taking a persuasive stance may not be relevant, and dozens of computer software slides may not be necessary if they do not add value to the report.

Question 9

The authors contend that there are differences between informative and persuasive speeches,whether all speeches are persuasive or not.Identify two ways in which the types of speeches would differ and two ways in which they would be similar.

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Question 10

An informative speech can also try to persuade the audience.

Accepted Answer

An informative speech is designed to educate the audience on a particular topic, while a persuasive speech aims to convince the audience to adopt a certain viewpoint or take a specific action.

Question 11

The most familiar forms of the poster session for most freshman students is _____.

Accepted Answer

Science fairs and product sales shows are often held at high schools or colleges and involve students presenting their own research or projects through poster displays. This is a common form of poster session that many freshman students may have experience with. Academic events such as the American Communication Association annual meeting and technical meetings on software development are more specialized and may not be as familiar to freshman students. Locally held federal government briefings on policy changes are also not typically associated with poster sessions.

Question 12

Informative speaking is defined as discourse that imparts new information,secures understanding,or reinforces accumulated information.

Accepted Answer

This is the definition of informative speaking.

Question 13

A primary difference between a team briefing and a one-on-one briefing is that _____.

Accepted Answer

A team briefing involves a group presenting to a group, while a one-on-one briefing is a speaker presenting to one person or a small group. Option A is incorrect because a team briefing is given to a group of people, not one person. Option B is incorrect because a one-on-one briefing is typically between two people, not a group of panelists. Option D is incorrect because the technicality of the information being presented is not a determining factor between a team briefing and a one-on-one briefing.

Question 14

It is permissible to set the ground rules of a question-and-answer session by detailing what types of questions you will not consider answering.

Accepted Answer

It is acceptable to establish boundaries for a Q&A session by identifying specific types of questions that will not be entertained. This can help to maintain control over the conversation and ensure that it remains on track with the intended purpose. However, it is important to communicate these restrictions clearly and respectfully to the audience to avoid alienating or frustrating attendees.

Question 15

One of your worst fears has come true.You have just finished delivering your informative speech,and the audience has no questions.Explain two different approaches that you might take in an effort to elicit questions.

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Question 16

Below are examples of questions that may be asked during a question-and-answer session.Write a response (or a beginning of a response)to each and reword the question in your response.
(a)"I really like how you used the photos in your slides during the presentation.What is the most important tip you could give to a new public speaker about using visual aids?"
(b)"In your speech,you said that public listeners are 51 percent responsible for the communication process.I do not understand why you said that.Could you explain?"
(c)"You recommended the new federal budget cuts spending for domestic programs and increases spending for the military.And,you said that this plan was backed by the President.But,that's not what I read in the paper this morning."

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Question 17

Provide four tips on giving an effective speech of introduction drawing on the advice listed in the textbook.

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Question 18

Before using humor in a speech,it is a good idea to inform audience that you will make a joke.

Accepted Answer

If you inform the audience that you will make a joke, it takes away the element of surprise and can make the joke less effective. It's better to incorporate humor naturally into your speech and not draw attention to it beforehand.

Question 19

If you prepare your speech well,it is still necessary to _____.

Accepted Answer

Even if you prepare your speech well, there could still be questions that arise during the presentation. It is important to anticipate these questions and prepare thoughtful responses to maintain credibility and engage the audience.

Question 20

A technical report is usually presented to audience with general information on a subject matter to which they will be exposed more at a later time.

Accepted Answer

A technical report is typically a detailed document that provides specialized information on a specific subject matter, aimed at a targeted audience already familiar with the general topic.

Quiz 14: Public Speaking: the Informative Speech