Question 1

If you are going to record an interviewee,you must ask the person's permission.

Accepted Answer

It is important to obtain the interviewee's permission before recording the conversation to respect their privacy and ensure legal compliance.

Question 2

Which of the following statements concerning source credibility is consistent with the textbook?

Accepted Answer

Source credibility is indeed an audience perception that varies with each audience and context, meaning it must be established anew each time a speaker addresses a different audience. It is not a fixed trait or solely dependent on the speaker's reputation or the content of the speech alone.

Question 3

When seeking someone to interview for your speech,it is all right to get into his or her office under false pretenses as long as you get some good information for your speech.

Accepted Answer

It is not ethical to deceive someone in order to obtain information for a speech or any other purpose. It is important to be honest and upfront about the purpose of the interview and obtain consent from the interviewee before proceeding.

Question 4

It is good practice to ask an interviewee if he or she has other sources of information or knows other people you should interview for further information on your topic.

Accepted Answer

It is important to ask interviewees if they have other sources of information or connections to individuals who may possess relevant information for your research or topic. This can lead to more comprehensive and accurate information and may reveal additional perspectives or insights.

Question 5

An analogy is good to use for proof in your speech.

Accepted Answer

An analogy can be useful for illustrating or explaining a point, but it does not serve as proof because it compares two things for the purpose of explanation or clarification, rather than providing evidence or facts to support a claim.

Question 6

Testimonial evidence is evidence gathered from a test.

Accepted Answer

Testimonial evidence is actually evidence gathered from a person's testimony or statement. It is a form of witness testimony and is based on what someone says they saw or experienced, rather than on physical evidence from a test.

Question 7

Incremental plagiarism is the intentional or unintentional use of information from one or more sources without fully divulging how much information is directly quoted.

Accepted Answer

Incremental plagiarism involves using information from sources without properly citing them, but may not always involve direct quotes. It can be intentional or unintentional.

Question 8

A survey by Ford Motor Company about how satisfied Ford owners are with a product is a reliable and unbiased piece of information to use in a speech.

Accepted Answer

Surveys conducted by a company about its own products may have biases and may not always present an objective view, as the company has a vested interest in positive outcomes.

Question 9

Comparing things that are otherwise dissimilar is known as an example.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Comparing things that are otherwise dissimilar is...

Question 10

A survey by Playboy of its subscribers and readers will give you a pretty accurate indication of how the general population would respond to the issue.

Accepted Answer

A survey of Playboy subscribers and readers would not necessarily represent the views and opinions of the general population as this audience is self-selecting and not necessarily representative of the population as a whole.

Question 11

It is acceptable to round off a number,i.e.,to say over 250,000 instead of saying 250,125.

Accepted Answer

Rounding off numbers is a common practice in various fields, including mathematics, finance, and statistics. It is acceptable to round off a number to make it easier to read or to work with, as long as the rounding does not significantly impact the accuracy of the information conveyed. In this case, saying "over 250,000" instead of "250,125" will not lead to any significant loss of information.

Question 12

The concept of common ground in public speaking is most closely related to which dimension of source credibility?

Accepted Answer

Co-orientation refers to the extent to which a speaker and their audience share a common understanding of the topic. Speakers who establish common ground with their audience are seen as more credible and effective because they are able to demonstrate their competence and connect with their listeners on a personal level. Trustworthiness, dynamism, and competence are all important dimensions of source credibility, but they are not directly related to the concept of common ground.

Question 13

The sleeper effect means that

Accepted Answer

The sleeper effect is a phenomenon in which the impact of a persuasive message increases over time when the source of the message becomes separated from the message itself. So, option B is the correct answer. Option A, C, and D are completely irrelevant to the sleeper effect.

Question 14

William was giving a speech in class about a local election.In his speech introduction,he forgot to give a credibility statement,stumbled on his delivery,and forgot to discuss his qualifications on the topic.This is

Accepted Answer

The audience's perception of a speaker's credibility is typically formed within the first few seconds of a speech. Since William did not give a credibility statement in his introduction, stumbled on his delivery, and did not discuss his qualifications on the topic, the audience may be less likely to view him as a credible source of information on the local election. This can make it difficult for him to regain lost credibility later in the speech.

Question 15

A verbal citation contains everything that is included in a written footnote except that it is stated in the speech instead of written.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A verbal citation contains everything that is...

Question 16

Who conducted a survey and how they did so are both very important questions to ask of this kind of evidence.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true because the reliability and validity of survey data rely heavily on the methods and procedures used to conduct the survey, such as sample selection, question wording, and response options. Therefore, it is important to know who conducted the survey and how they did so in order to properly evaluate the results.

Question 17

Which of the following statements is not reflected in the research on source credibility?

Accepted Answer

Source credibility is not directly connected to IQ as intelligence does not necessarily equate to credibility.

Question 18

Plagiarism is the intentional use of information from another source without crediting the source.

Accepted Answer

Plagiarism involves intentionally using information or ideas from another source without giving credit to the original author or creator. It is considered a form of academic dishonesty and can result in serious consequences.

Question 19

Which of the following is not a research-based finding about source credibility?

Accepted Answer

This is not a research-based finding about source credibility. In fact, research shows that audiences form judgments about a speaker's credibility within the first few seconds of a presentation.

Question 20

The credibility of a guest speaker in your class will be _______________ if your instructor introduces them.

Accepted Answer

If your instructor introduces a guest speaker, it adds to their credibility, as it shows that the instructor has invited them to speak in front of the class, indicating that they are knowledgeable and experienced in the subject area.

Quiz 11: Communicating in Organizations