Question 1

Alexander does not accept his classmate's argument that same-sex couples should not be allowed to marry because this belief strongly contracts his beliefs. Alexander's thoughts about this issue reflect his latitude of ______.
A) noncommitment
B) understanding
C) acceptance
D) rejection

Accepted Answer

Alexander's thoughts reflect his latitude of rejection because he strongly disagrees with his classmate's argument against same-sex marriage, indicating a clear opposition or rejection of those views.

Question 2

When might a latitude of noncommitment occur?
A) when the new argument is still too close to the reject category
B) when the new information does not cause the person to accept or reject a position
C) when your own belief is too far from credibility
D) when your own belief infringes upon a person's right to analyze

Accepted Answer

A latitude of noncommitment occurs when new information presented to a person does not cause them to strongly accept or reject a position, leaving them in a state of ambivalence or neutrality towards the argument or proposition.

Question 3

Which of the following is an example of a persuasive organizational speech pattern identified in your textbook?
A) call to action
B) cause-problem-effect
C) problem-cause-solution
D) chronological

Accepted Answer

Problem-cause-solution is a persuasive organizational pattern that identifies a problem, explains the cause, and proposes a solution.

Question 4

Questions of policy or questions of fact are best organized using which organizational pattern?
A) topical
B) problem-cause-solution
C) Monroe's Motivated Sequence
D) cause-problem-effect

Accepted Answer

The problem-cause-solution pattern is effective for organizing questions of policy or fact as it clearly identifies an issue, explores its causes, and proposes solutions.

Question 5

Which statement is true regarding the use of a problem-cause-solution organizational pattern?
A) Listeners are more likely to be persuaded when they understand why the problem is a problem.
B) Listeners are more likely to be persuaded if you give them innovative and new solutions.
C) Listeners are more likely to be persuaded when they already agree with your solutions.
D) Listeners are more likely to be persuaded when they see a connection between problems and causes.

Accepted Answer

The problem-cause-solution pattern is effective because it helps listeners understand the significance of the problem by explaining its causes, making them more receptive to the proposed solutions.

Question 6

What is the correct order of Monroe's Motivated Sequence?
A) Attention, need, satisfaction, visualization, and action
B) Action, need, satisfaction, attention, and visualization
C) Attention, satisfaction, solution, visualization, and action
D) Need, plead, visualize, and call to action

Accepted Answer

Monroe's Motivated Sequence is a technique for organizing persuasive speeches that include five main steps: Attention, Need, Satisfaction, Visualization, and Action. This sequence is designed to first grab the listener's attention, then establish a need or problem, propose a solution to satisfy this need, help the audience visualize the benefits of the solution, and finally call them to action.

Question 7

The attention step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence involves ______.
A) introducing a proposed solution to an existing problem
B) elaborating on the need to address a particular issue
C) showing the audience how a proposed solution can fix a problem
D) creating awareness that a problem exists

Accepted Answer

The attention step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence is designed to alert the audience to the existence of a problem, thereby creating awareness and interest in the subject matter. This step does not involve proposing solutions or elaborating on needs but focuses on highlighting the issue at hand.

Question 8

The action step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence involves ______.
A) introducing a proposed solution to an existing problem
B) elaborating on the need to address a particular issue
C) asking the audience to do something related to the solution
D) creating awareness that a problem exists

Accepted Answer

The action step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence specifically calls for the speaker to ask the audience to take action or do something in relation to the proposed solution, making it distinct from the other steps which involve introducing the problem, elaborating on the need, and proposing a solution.

Question 9

The third step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence, where you introduce a proposed solution to the problem is called the ______ step.
A) satisfaction
B) need
C) visualization
D) solution

Accepted Answer

The third step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence is called the "satisfaction" step. This is where you propose a solution to the problem identified in the "need" step, aiming to satisfy the audience's desire for a resolution.

Question 10

The need step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence involves ______.
A) introducing a proposed solution to an existing problem
B) elaborating on the need to address a particular issue
C) showing the audience how a proposed solution can fix a problem
D) creating awareness that a problem exists

Accepted Answer

The need step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence specifically focuses on elaborating on the need to address a particular issue, emphasizing why it is important and why the audience should care.

Question 11

The visualization step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence involves ______.
A) introducing a proposed solution to an existing problem
B) elaborating on the need to address a particular issue
C) showing the audience how a proposed solution can fix a problem
D) creating awareness that a problem exists

Accepted Answer

The visualization step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence specifically focuses on helping the audience see how a proposed solution can effectively solve the problem at hand, making choice C the correct answer.

Question 12

You are trying to persuade your listeners to live heathier lives. You note that living sedentary lives is dangerous and ask them to consider joining the local YMCA. Which step of Monroe's Motivates Sequence are you using?
A) attention
B) visualization
C) satisfaction
D) need

Accepted Answer

In this scenario, suggesting a solution (joining the local YMCA) to the problem of living sedentary lives falls under the "satisfaction" step of Monroe's Motivated Sequence, where you present a solution to satisfy the need or solve the problem identified.

Question 13

Jose began his speech with statistics that suggested Americans are getting bigger and unhealthier. Which step of Monroe's Motivated Sequence is Jose engage in?
A) attention
B) need
C) satisfaction
D) visualization

Accepted Answer

Jose is engaging in the attention step of Monroe's Motivated Sequence by using statistics to grab the audience's attention and highlight the significance of the issue.

Question 14

Veronica states "Imagine what the world would look like if we all chose to recycle." Which step of Monroe's Motivated Sequence is Veronica using?
A) attention
B) satisfaction
C) visualization
D) action

Accepted Answer

Veronica is using the visualization step of Monroe's Motivated Sequence by asking her audience to imagine a scenario, which is a technique used to help the audience visualize the benefits of a proposed solution or action.

Question 15

Handing your audience members a list of local polling places and asking them to "go vote today" is an example of which step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence?
A) attention
B) action
C) satisfaction
D) need

Accepted Answer

This step is the "action" phase of Monroe's Motivated Sequence, where the speaker encourages the audience to take a specific action, in this case, to go vote by providing them with the necessary information to do so.

Question 16

After introducing his topic, Sean spends a few minutes talking about the alarming disappearance of honey bees in the world. Which step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence is Sean using?
A) attention
B) action
C) need
D) visualization

Accepted Answer

The answer of After introducing his topic, Sean spends a...

Question 17

The ______ outline is used when presenting your speech to an audience.
A) full-sentence
B) impromptu
C) manuscript
D) keyword

Accepted Answer

The keyword outline is used when presenting your speech to an audience because it provides a brief overview of the main points of the speech, allowing the speaker to easily recall and deliver the speech without having to read from a full manuscript.

Question 18

The ______ outline is typically created first in order to fully develop your main ideas of a speech.
A) full-sentence
B) impromptu
C) manuscript
D) keyword

Accepted Answer

A full-sentence outline is typically created first as it allows the speaker to fully develop and organize main ideas and supporting details in complete sentences, providing a clear and detailed framework for the speech.

Question 19

What is the primary difference between a full-sentence outline and a keyword outline for a persuasive speech?
A) Only full-sentence outlines identify main points.
B) Only keyword outlines include both an introduction and conclusion.
C) The main points are written in complete sentences on the full-sentence outline.
D) Citations are only listed on keyword outlines.

Accepted Answer

The main difference is that in a full-sentence outline, the main points and supporting details are written in complete sentences, providing a more detailed and structured overview of the speech.

Question 20

The restatement of the speech's thesis should be included in which part of the persuasive speech outline?
A) introduction
B) body
C) transitions
D) conclusion

Accepted Answer

The restatement of the speech's thesis is typically included in the conclusion to reinforce the main message and remind the audience of the core argument or purpose of the speech.

Quiz 15: Persuasive Presentations

Alexander does not accept his classmate's argument that same-sex couples should not be allowed to marry because this belief strongly contracts his beliefs. Alexander's thoughts about this issue reflect his latitude of ______.

When might a latitude of noncommitment occur?

Which of the following is an example of a persuasive organizational speech pattern identified in your textbook?

Questions of policy or questions of fact are best organized using which organizational pattern?

Which statement is true regarding the use of a problem-cause-solution organizational pattern?

What is the correct order of Monroe's Motivated Sequence?

The attention step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence involves ______.

The action step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence involves ______.

The third step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence, where you introduce a proposed solution to the problem is called the ______ step.

The need step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence involves ______.

The visualization step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence involves ______.

You are trying to persuade your listeners to live heathier lives. You note that living sedentary lives is dangerous and ask them to consider joining the local YMCA. Which step of Monroe's Motivates Sequence are you using?

Jose began his speech with statistics that suggested Americans are getting bigger and unhealthier. Which step of Monroe's Motivated Sequence is Jose engage in?

Veronica states "Imagine what the world would look like if we all chose to recycle." Which step of Monroe's Motivated Sequence is Veronica using?

Handing your audience members a list of local polling places and asking them to "go vote today" is an example of which step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence?

After introducing his topic, Sean spends a few minutes talking about the alarming disappearance of honey bees in the world. Which step in Monroe's Motivated Sequence is Sean using?

The ______ outline is used when presenting your speech to an audience.

The ______ outline is typically created first in order to fully develop your main ideas of a speech.

What is the primary difference between a full-sentence outline and a keyword outline for a persuasive speech?

The restatement of the speech's thesis should be included in which part of the persuasive speech outline?