Deck 13: Delivering Your Speech

Question 1

Which of the following is a way of structuring sentences in order to place an important word or phrase at the end of a sentence rather than at the beginning?

A) inversion
B) parallelism
C) suspension
D) antithesis

Answer 1

C

Question 2

For his persuasive speech on lowering property tax bills, Sheldon wants to discuss how the various community services such as the school district, library district, and park district are funded with regards to receipt of monies from property taxes. Which visual aid will easily allow Sheldon to show the information as a percentage of the overall income from taxes?

A) a line graph
B) a pie graph
C) a map
D) a flip chart

Answer 2

B

Question 3

"Cinnamon rolls are a sweet indulgence, but they have bitter consequences," is an example of _____.

A) inversion
B) a simile
C) repetition
D) antithesis

Answer 3

D

Question 4

The best general advice regarding appropriate attire for a presentation is to _____.

A) always dress as formally as possible
B) never dress more formally than the audience is dressed
C) conform to the audience's expectations for the occasion
D) wear what you are most comfortable wearing

Question 5

At the end of the meeting, Kay asked Margo what her thoughts were on the topics that had just been discussed. What method of delivery will Margo use in this situation?

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

Question 6

What criteria does the text offer for using movement during your presentation?

A) Move around as much as possible.
B) All movement should be purposeful.
C) Most American audiences prefer speakers to move further away from them.
D) Spontaneous, unmotivated movement is recommended.

Question 7

A speech style common to an ethnic group or a geographic region is known as a(n) _____.

A) language
B) accent
C) dialect
D) inflection

Question 8

Greg told his audience that the Pacific waters were calling him to return after his recent trip there. What type of figurative language is Greg using?

A) metaphor
B) simile
C) personification
D) omission

Question 9

Using a key word or phrase more than once adds emphasis and memorability to your message. This refers to the word structure of _____.

A) repetition
B) inversion
C) omission
D) antithesis

Question 10

Which type of microphone would be found attached to a lectern?

A) lavaliere
B) boom
C) stationary
D) bow

Question 11

Akari used _____ speaking when she delivered her speech word-for-word from a written text.

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

Question 12

To add a sort of poetic touch to his speech on inspirational teachers, Max described his favorite high school teacher as "an inspiration unequaled," "a genius unrivaled," and "a comedian unbridled." What stylistic dramatic device did Max employ?

A) omission
B) inversion
C) suspension
D) antithesis

Question 13

Sanjay is well-prepared for his presentation. As he presents his first point, he notices the confused looks from his audience members. He clarifies the confusing concept and quickly adapts the remainder of his speech. Sanjay is most likely using what type of delivery method?

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

Question 14

What aspect of nonverbal delivery is considered the most important in speaking situations in North America?

A) eye contact
B) physical delivery
C) movement
D) voice quality

Question 15

Volume is a reflection of the loudness or softness of a person's voice, while _____ is concerned with how high or low a person's voice is.

A) articulation
B) inflection
C) rate
D) pitch

Question 16

In his speech on Aphrodite, Ted stated that "her eyes were pools" and compared their beauty to that of the sea. The phrase "her eyes were pools" is a use of _____.

A) a simile
B) a metaphor
C) parallelism
D) personification

Question 17

When the American Red Cross representative made her plea to the nation following the devastating floods, she said, "We need your hearts, help, and heroes." What linguistic device did she use?

A) antithesis
B) alliteration
C) repetition
D) parallelism

Question 18

Cadence refers to the _____ in a speech.

A) rhythm of the language used
B) dramatic implications
C) correct grammar usage
D) clarity of the language used

Question 19

Instead of simply saying, "The dog slept on the chair," Emily said, "The lethargic dachshund snoozed contentedly on the overstuffed armchair." This best illustrates what principle of effective verbal delivery?

A) Use unbiased words.
B) Use vivid words.
C) Use simple words.
D) Use correct words.

Question 20

Unbiased words in a speech are understood to mean language that _____.

A) incites a strong emotional response in listeners
B) does not disparage any gender, racial, cultural or religious group
C) arouses the attention of an audience
D) is simple enough for an audience to understand

Question 21

_____ relies on the words like or as to make a comparison between two things.

Question 22

When speakers use textual PowerPoint slides as part of their presentation, the slides should _____ their speech.

A) replicate
B) replace
C) supplement
D) supplant

Question 23

"Before the hurricane, the rush of people leaving New Orleans for Baton Rouge was as mighty as the storm surge that was approaching with the wind." This sentence is an example of personification.

Question 24

People should never be used as presentation aids.

Question 25

The professor asked the students to prepare a two-minute speech on their summer internship to be delivered in front of the class in one week. This professor is requesting an impromptu speech.

Question 26

_____ speaking is a delivery style in which the speaker uses an outline and has rehearsed the presentation so that it can be delivered in a fluent manner.

Question 27

_____ word is one that is known to most people who speak the same language.

Question 28

Parallelism involves using the same grammatical structure for two or more clauses or sentences.

Question 29

_____ is a book of synonyms.

Question 30

There are two fundamental goals of a successful speaker: an effective speech and an ethical speech.

Question 31

The lavaliere microphone requires a speaker to pay careful attention to his or her movement.

Question 32

_____ word refers to an object or describes an action or a characteristic in the most specific way possible.

Question 33

Which strategy will help ensure that speakers make the most of their rehearsal time?

A) Be very critical of your speech while rehearsing.
B) Practice your speech alone.
C) Memorize as much of your speech as possible.
D) Use good delivery skills while rehearsing.

Question 34

It is a good idea to practice your speech in private, so no one will know the content and planned delivery in advance.

Question 35

In order to prepare and deliver a speech successfully, it is suggested that speakers _____.

A) resist revising their speech as they rehearse
B) finish the preparation outline several days before speech delivery
C) finalize their speaking notes before developing their preparation outline
D) revise the preparation outline continuously until the moment of the speech

Question 36

During a recent meeting, Kathryn's boss turned to her and without warning, asked her to provide the most recent sales figures for the new product. This is an example of manuscript speaking.

Question 37

Articulation is the production of clear and distinct speech sounds.

Question 38

In a speech on the characteristics of a diamond, Kelley used an easel and a series of large photographs attached to a foam board to illustrate her points. When she began her speech, she had the top picture turned over, so the audience could not see it. As she discussed each characteristic, she uncovered the photograph appropriate to it. Which guideline for using visual aids was Kelley using?

A) Keep your visual aids simple and to the point.
B) Time your visuals to coincide with your discussion of them.
C) Polish your visual aids.
D) Use technology thoughtfully.

Question 39

Dialect refers to a person's physical appearance.

Question 40

Patricia first held up a quilt square, and later displayed a completed quilt as part of her classroom demonstration. For this speech, Patricia used _____ as her presentation aid.

A) herself
B) models
C) images
D) objects

Question 41

_____ is a figurative device in which a speaker attributes human qualities to inanimate ideas or things.

Question 42

_____ graph is used to show trends over a period of time and the relationship among variables.

Question 43

In a well-developed essay, name and define the four delivery styles discussed in the text. What factors should be taken into account when a speaker considers which style to use?

Question 44

When you take away the nonessential words from a phrase or sentence, you are applying the word structure known as _____.

Question 45

_____ are the movement of the hands and arms to communicate ideas during a presentation.

Question 46

Cassie delivers her presentation, but she speaks in a monotone, looks down at her written speech, and stands behind the podium the entire time. You have been asked to coach Cassie to help her improve her nonverbal delivery. What suggestions would you provide?

Question 47

Your friend asks for your advice on polishing his speech. He has researched and organized his speech well, and practiced it enough to feel comfortable delivering it, but feels he needs help with his language choices to make it more interesting and memorable. What advice might you give him concerning figurative language, drama, and cadence? Explain at least one device in each of those categories.

Question 48

Explain the difference between a bar graph, pie graph, and line graph.

Question 49

Somewhat similar to parallelism, _____ involves two structures that contrast in meaning.

Question 50

Brittany asked you to listen to her rehearse her speech and you noticed that she said jeet when she meant to say did you eat and gonna when she meant to say going to. In what area of vocal delivery does Brittany need to improve and what advice might you provide?