Question 1

Lourdes has chosen to prepare an informative speech on the scientific evidence regarding the connections between human factors and global warming. Which organizational pattern would be the best choice for this topic?
A) cause-and-effect
B) Monroe's Motivated Sequence
C) topical
D) spatial

Accepted Answer

The cause-and-effect organizational pattern is the best choice for Lourdes's speech on the connections between human factors and global warming because it directly addresses how human activities (cause) lead to global warming (effect), making it easier for the audience to understand the relationship between the two.

Question 2

Brandi has chosen identity theft as her persuasive topic. She would like to be sure members of her class learn not only how widespread the problem is, but also how identity thieves succeed in perpetrating this fraud and how her classmates can avoid being victimized. Which organizational pattern would be her best choice for this topic?
A) cause-and-effect
B) Monroe's Motivated Sequence
C) topical
D) problem-cause-solution

Accepted Answer

The problem-cause-solution pattern is most suitable for Brandi's topic because it allows her to address the issue of identity theft (problem), explain how identity thieves are successful (cause), and offer ways to avoid becoming a victim (solution).

Question 3

Which of these organizational patterns is best suited for a persuasive speech?
A) chronological
B) spatial
C) topical
D) problem-cause-solution

Accepted Answer

The problem-cause-solution pattern is specifically designed for persuasive speeches, as it first identifies a problem, explains its causes, and then proposes a solution, effectively persuading the audience towards a particular viewpoint or action.

Question 4

Which organizational pattern uses a five-step process to persuade an audience?
A) Monroe's Motivated Sequence
B) problem-cause-solution
C) topical
D) chronological

Accepted Answer

Monroe's Motivated Sequence is a five-step process designed to persuade an audience, including the steps: attention, need, satisfaction, visualization, and action.

Question 5

What are the steps of Monroe's Motivated Sequence?
A) introduction, need, solution, visualization, action
B) introduction, problem, solution, visualization, conclusion
C) attention, visualization, solution, action, conclusion
D) attention, need, satisfaction, visualization, 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 audience's attention, then establish a need or problem, propose a solution, help the audience visualize the benefits of the solution, and finally, call them to action.

Question 6

In one part of Gus's persuasive speech on composting, he creates a vivid picture of how the U.S.'s excess garbage problem could improve if residents of the United States began to compost. He creates an equally vivid picture of what the country will look like if we continue to throw away what we could compost. What stage of which organizational pattern does this part of Gus's speech represent?
A) the solution stage of a problem-cause-solution pattern
B) the visualization stage of Monroe's Motivated Sequence
C) the effect stage of a cause-effect pattern
D) the final step in a chronological pattern

Accepted Answer

This part of Gus's speech represents the visualization stage of Monroe's Motivated Sequence, where he illustrates the potential outcomes of adopting or not adopting a behavior, in this case, composting.

Question 7

Maria plans to present her persuasive speech on the need to plan for retirement early in life. Which organizational patterns would be the best choice for this topic?
A) Monroe's Motivated Sequence or chronological
B) problem-cause-solution or topical
C) problem-cause-solution or Monroe's Motivated Sequence
D) cause-effect or topical

Accepted Answer

Problem-cause-solution or Monroe's Motivated Sequence are effective for persuasive speeches like advocating for early retirement planning, as they clearly outline issues, their origins, and propose actionable solutions, engaging the audience towards a call to action.

Question 8

Which statement is true regarding Monroe's Motivated Sequence?
A) It is a persuasive organizational pattern.
B) It is a variation of the problem-cause-solution organizational pattern.
C) It is the least known organizational pattern of those discussed in the chapter.
D) It requires a different type of attention getter than other organizational patterns.

Accepted Answer

Monroe's Motivated Sequence is a widely recognized persuasive organizational pattern used to structure speeches and presentations to effectively motivate an audience to take action.

Question 9

What organizational pattern is best paired with presentational software that follows a more linear model, such as PowerPoint, Apple Keynote, and Google Slides?
A) Monroe's Motivated Sequence
B) problem-cause-solution
C) topical
D) chronological

Accepted Answer

Chronological organization is best paired with linear presentation software like PowerPoint, Apple Keynote, and Google Slides, as it allows for a sequential flow of information that aligns with the software's slide-by-slide progression.

Question 10

What organizational pattern works best with presentational software that allows nonlinear movement, such as Prezi?
A) spatial
B) problem-cause-solution
C) topical
D) chronological

Accepted Answer

Spatial patterns work best with presentational software that allows nonlinear movement, such as Prezi, because they allow the presenter to move around the presentation in any order, and to zoom in and out of different sections.

Question 11

Why is the introduction to a speech so important?
A) It composes 10% to 15% of the speech.
B) We have only a few seconds to make an initial impression.
C) It is often written after the main points have been outlined.
D) Audience members have short attention spans.

Accepted Answer

The introduction is crucial because it is the speaker's opportunity to capture the audience's attention and make a strong first impression, which sets the tone for the rest of the speech.

Question 12

Which of these is a suggested technique for gaining the attention of the audience during the introduction of your presentation?
A) open-ended question
B) telling a long story
C) offering a quotation
D) greeting the audience

Accepted Answer

The answer of Which of these is a suggested technique...

Question 13

A question asked in a manner that does not invite an actual response is known as a ______.
A) show of hands
B) closed question
C) direct question
D) rhetorical question

Accepted Answer

A rhetorical question is asked for effect or to make a point rather than to get an answer.

Question 14

Which attention-getting device can also be used as "on the spot" audience analysis?
A) asking a direct question
B) reciting a quotation
C) making a personal reference
D) using humor

Accepted Answer

Asking a direct question engages the audience immediately and can also serve as a method to gauge their knowledge, interest, or opinions on the topic at hand, effectively analyzing them "on the spot."

Question 15

Which attention-getting device do the authors of your textbook suggest is a bit overused?
A) asking a direct question
B) reciting a quotation
C) making a personal reference
D) using humor

Accepted Answer

Asking a direct question is often suggested as an attention-getting device in public speaking and writing, but due to its frequent use, it can be considered overused.

Question 16

Harry, the CEO of a small company, introduces his second address to his Board of Directors by reminding them of how he tripped walking to the podium the last time he gave this speech. This is an example of using a(n) ______ to capture the audience's attention.
A) inappropriate joke
B) quotation
C) surprising statement
D) anecdote

Accepted Answer

Harry uses a personal story about tripping on his way to the podium, which is an example of an anecdote. Anecdotes are short, amusing or interesting stories about a real incident or person, often used to illustrate a point or capture the audience's attention.

Question 17

Lonette begins her speech to fellow breast cancer survivors by talking about her daughter's almost simultaneous diagnosis. Which attention-getting devices is she using?
A) personal experience
B) humor
C) quotation
D) rhetorical question

Accepted Answer

Lonette is using her personal experience, specifically mentioning her daughter's diagnosis, as a way to capture the attention of her audience. This method is effective in making her speech relatable and engaging to fellow breast cancer survivors.

Question 18

Which is a guideline for using a quotation as an attention getter in a speech introduction?
A) Avoid using quotations from songs.
B) Attribute the quotation to the person who said it.
C) Be sure it is humorous.
D) Choose a quotation from a well-known person.

Accepted Answer

Attributing the quotation to the person who said it is important for credibility and respecting intellectual property.

Question 19

Gavin found a clever quotation the day of his speech and began with it as his attention getter. This would be advisable only if the quotation was ______.
A) funny
B) related to his topic
C) from a familiar source
D) explained sufficiently

Accepted Answer

The quotation should be related to his topic to ensure it effectively captures the audience's attention and sets the stage for the speech.

Question 20

After you have captured the audience's attention, the next step is to introduce your topic with a ______.
A) transition
B) thesis statement
C) preview of the main points
D) "why" statement

Accepted Answer

The thesis statement is typically introduced after capturing the audience's attention to clearly present the main argument or purpose of the presentation.

Quiz 12: Organizing Your Presentation

Lourdes has chosen to prepare an informative speech on the scientific evidence regarding the connections between human factors and global warming. Which organizational pattern would be the best choice for this topic?

Which of these organizational patterns is best suited for a persuasive speech?

Which organizational pattern uses a five-step process to persuade an audience?

What are the steps of Monroe's Motivated Sequence?

Maria plans to present her persuasive speech on the need to plan for retirement early in life. Which organizational patterns would be the best choice for this topic?

Which statement is true regarding Monroe's Motivated Sequence?

What organizational pattern is best paired with presentational software that follows a more linear model, such as PowerPoint, Apple Keynote, and Google Slides?

What organizational pattern works best with presentational software that allows nonlinear movement, such as Prezi?

Why is the introduction to a speech so important?

Which of these is a suggested technique for gaining the attention of the audience during the introduction of your presentation?

A question asked in a manner that does not invite an actual response is known as a ______.

Which attention-getting device can also be used as "on the spot" audience analysis?

Which attention-getting device do the authors of your textbook suggest is a bit overused?

Harry, the CEO of a small company, introduces his second address to his Board of Directors by reminding them of how he tripped walking to the podium the last time he gave this speech. This is an example of using a(n) ______ to capture the audience's attention.

Lonette begins her speech to fellow breast cancer survivors by talking about her daughter's almost simultaneous diagnosis. Which attention-getting devices is she using?

Which is a guideline for using a quotation as an attention getter in a speech introduction?

Gavin found a clever quotation the day of his speech and began with it as his attention getter. This would be advisable only if the quotation was ______.

After you have captured the audience's attention, the next step is to introduce your topic with a ______.