Question 1

In a speech,the introduction should
A)avoid referring to specific audience
B) orient the audience to a topic.
C) motivate your audience to do something. members.
D)reinforce what you have already said.

Accepted Answer

The introduction of a speech should orient the audience to the topic, giving the audience an idea of what they will be learning, why it’s important, and what the main points will be. It sets the tone for the entire speech and helps engage the audience. Avoiding referring to specific audience or reinforcing what you already said would not serve as an effective introduction. While motivating the audience can be a goal of a speech, it typically should not be the primary focus of an introduction.

Question 2

Active verbs,imagery,and figures of speech are helpful for achieving
A)clarity.
B) appropriateness.
C) vividness.
D)personal style.

Accepted Answer

Active verbs, imagery, and figures of speech are effective tools for creating a vivid and engaging description of a topic. They help to paint a clear picture in the reader's mind and make the text more memorable. Therefore, the best answer is option C, which is vividness.

Question 3

The outline you use when you give your presentation should
A)be the same outline you used to prepare your speech.
B) contain no extraneous notes to yourself about delivery.
C) be brief,preferably just key words.
D)be a script of every word you wish to say.

Accepted Answer

An outline for a presentation should be brief and contain only key words. It should serve as a guide and reminder for the speaker, not a script to be read word for word.

Answer: A 
 The outline used during a presentation should be the same one used to prepare the speech. This ensures that the speaker stays on track and covers all the important points in the correct order.

Answer: B and D are incorrect 
 The outline should not contain extraneous notes or be a script of every word to be said. This can make the presentation seem robotic and lack spontaneity. It's important to allow for flexibility and adaptability during the actual presentation.

Question 4

After Roberto arrived at the podium,the first words of his speech were an apology for lack of preparation. Roberto's apology
A)is an example of a good attention-getter.
B) is something Roberto should have omitted.
C) should have been stated as a rhetorical question.
D)is exemplary of orienting an audience to a topic.

Accepted Answer

Apologizing for lack of preparation immediately undermines the speaker's credibility and diminishes the audience's confidence in them. It is not an effective attention-getter or a way to orient the audience to the topic. It would have been best for Roberto to avoid making the apology altogether.

Question 5

Which of the following is one of the suggestions presented in your book for rehearsing a speech?
A)Rehearse the speech in parts rather than from beginning to end.
B) Rehearse in front of a mirror to better understand how you will look to your audience.
C) Interrupt rehearsals to make notes or changes.
D)Rehearse the speech two times.

Accepted Answer

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Question 6

These guidelines―use active verbs; use figures of speech; and use imagery―are among the stylistic Suggestions for achieving
A)vividness.
B) clarity.
C) appropriateness.
D)forcefulness.

Accepted Answer

The guidelines of using active verbs, figures of speech, and imagery are meant to make the writing more lively and descriptive, hence achieving vividness.

Question 7

In constructing sentences for an oral presentation,it is best to favor
A)long over short sentences.
B) indirect over direct sentences.
C) positive over negative sentences.
D)passive over active sentences.

Accepted Answer

It is best to favor positive over negative sentences as this will create a more optimistic and upbeat tone for the presentation. It also helps to keep the audience engaged and interested in the topic. Additionally, using positive language can help to build rapport and establish a connection with the audience.

Question 8

If clarity is your goal,which of the following is appropriate when speaking?
A)Don't waste words.
B) Use idioms as much as possible.
C) Avoid high abstraction and use only low abstraction.
D)Avoid specific terms and numbers.

Accepted Answer

Using unnecessary words or tangential information can muddle the main message and make it harder for the listener to understand. By being concise and clear, the speaker can communicate the intended message with greater clarity. Avoiding idioms, high abstraction, and specific terms can also help, but not as much as eliminating unnecessary words.

Question 9

A question aimed at making a statement or producing some type of desired effect is referred to as a
A)hyperbole.
B) rhetorical question.
C) metaphor.
D) simile.

Accepted Answer

A rhetorical question is a question asked solely for the purpose of making a statement or producing some type of desired effect, rather than to elicit an answer. Hyperbole, metaphor, and simile are all types of figurative language used to make comparisons or exaggerations.

Question 10

Which of the following would be the best statement to use in a speech on volunteerism to create immediacy with an audience?
A)Those who volunteer receive as much as they give.
B) I shall be speaking on the joys of volunteerism.
C) I think we've all had those experiences where in giving we received so much in return.
D)Volunteering offers something for everyone.

Accepted Answer

This statement uses personal experience and connects with the audience by using "we've all had those experiences," creating immediacy and relatability.

Question 11

Benny is giving a speech on bird watching.One of his points is about the equipment birdwatchers need.Which of the following would be the best way for Benny to state this point using an active verb?
A)To enjoy the bird watching experience,choose the right equipment.
B) Bird watching is fun with the right equipment.
C) The right equipment is vitally important to enjoyable birdwatching.
D)You will be a better birdwatcher if you have the right equipment.

Accepted Answer

Option A uses the active verb "choose" to emphasize the importance of selecting the proper equipment for a better bird watching experience. The remaining options are either too generic (B) or less direct (C and D) in conveying the point.

Question 12

In the introduction of his speech,Harold says,"I really don't know much about this subject,and I don't know how interested you might be in it but ..." Harold's use of language suggests
A)powerlessness through the use of disqualifiers.
B) an appropriate level of formality.
C) an attempt to create immediacy with the audience.
D)improper sentence construction.

Accepted Answer

Harold's use of language, specifically the use of disqualifiers such as "I really don't know much about this subject" communicates a sense of powerlessness and lack of confidence. It suggests that he may not be an authority on the subject, and therefore may not be an engaging speaker.

Question 13

An acceptable way to close a presentation is to
A)bring in new information for the audience to ponder.
B) say,"That's it!"
C) pose a challenge to the audience.
D)ask a rhetorical question.

Accepted Answer

Closing a presentation with a challenge to the audience makes them feel engaged and motivated to take action based on what they have learned. It also leaves a lasting impression on them.

Question 14

Transitions in public speaking
A)are only needed if your points are very different from one another.
B) help the audience see connections among your points.
C) are useful as final statements.
D)rarely add clarity to well-constructed presentations.

Accepted Answer

Transitions help the audience understand the connections between your points, making your presentation more cohesive and understandable. They are important even if your points are similar, as they allow for a smooth flow of ideas.

Question 15

Effective ways to gain attention for a speech include
A)asking a question.
B) apologizing for your lack of experience to set the audience at ease.
C) immediately offering your thesis statement.
D)making prefacing remarks before you actually begin.

Accepted Answer

Asking a question is an effective way to engage the audience and pique their interest. It encourages them to think and participate in your speech.

Question 16

"Sally is a stupendous student of sociology!" is an example of
A)alliteration.
B) hyperbole.
C) metaphor.
D)a rhetorical question.

Accepted Answer

The sentence uses the repetition of the initial "s" sound in "Sally," "stupendous," "student," and "sociology," which is a characteristic of alliteration.

Question 17

During her speech on vacationing on the Greek island of Hydra,Katalina asks her audience to magine a place where the sound of the sea and the wind are not interrupted by honking horns and Screeching tires,a place where the only traffic sounds are the soft whirr of bicycle tires on the pavement.Katalina is using _________ to give her audience a sense of the place.
A)active verbs
B) idioms
C) imagery
D)personal style

Accepted Answer

Katalina is using sensory language to create a vivid mental image of the peaceful environment on the Greek island of Hydra. This is an example of imagery.

Question 18

Which of the following guidelines does the book recommend in regard to the level of abstraction of language used in a speech?
A)Use high-level abstraction to put pictures in your audience's head.
B) Consistently use low-level abstraction to make your main points clear.
C) Vary the levels of abstraction.
D)Use high-level abstraction more than low-level abstraction.

Accepted Answer

The book recommends varying the levels of abstraction in order to keep the audience engaged and interested. Using only high-level abstraction can be too abstract and difficult to follow, while using only low-level abstraction can be too simplistic and not challenging enough for the audience. Therefore, it is best to vary the levels of abstraction in order to cater to different audience members and maintain their attention.

Question 19

In a speech,the conclusion serves as the
A)summary and orientation.
B) summary and closing.
C) closing and feedback.
D)closing and orientation.

Accepted Answer

The conclusion of a speech should provide a summary of the main points made during the speech and offer a closing statement or message to the audience. Therefore, choice B (summary and closing) is the most accurate description of the conclusion's role.

Question 20

To begin a speech on the use of condoms,Chris told a risqué joke that shocked the audience.Chris's Use of language is best described as
A)too vivid.
B) too clear.
C) too personal.
D)inappropriate.

Accepted Answer

Chris's use of a risqué joke to begin a speech on condoms is inappropriate as it can be seen as disrespectful to the audience and undermines the importance and seriousness of the topic at hand.

Quiz 12: Public Speaking Preparation And Delivery (Steps 7-10)

In a speech,the introduction should

Active verbs,imagery,and figures of speech are helpful for achieving

The outline you use when you give your presentation should

After Roberto arrived at the podium,the first words of his speech were an apology for lack of preparation. Roberto's apology

Which of the following is one of the suggestions presented in your book for rehearsing a speech?

These guidelines―use active verbs; use figures of speech; and use imagery―are among the stylistic Suggestions for achieving

In constructing sentences for an oral presentation,it is best to favor

If clarity is your goal,which of the following is appropriate when speaking?

A question aimed at making a statement or producing some type of desired effect is referred to as a

Which of the following would be the best statement to use in a speech on volunteerism to create immediacy with an audience?

Benny is giving a speech on bird watching.One of his points is about the equipment birdwatchers need.Which of the following would be the best way for Benny to state this point using an active verb?

In the introduction of his speech,Harold says,"I really don't know much about this subject,and I don't know how interested you might be in it but ..." Harold's use of language suggests

An acceptable way to close a presentation is to

Transitions in public speaking

Effective ways to gain attention for a speech include

"Sally is a stupendous student of sociology!" is an example of

Which of the following guidelines does the book recommend in regard to the level of abstraction of language used in a speech?

In a speech,the conclusion serves as the

To begin a speech on the use of condoms,Chris told a risqué joke that shocked the audience.Chris's Use of language is best described as