Question 1

A lengthy illustration with a plot,beginning,climatic point,and end is called

Accepted Answer

An extended illustration is a lengthy illustration with a plot, beginning, climatic point, and end. This type of illustration provides detailed and complex examples to clarify a point or concept.

Question 2

Tracie is gathering sources of support for her persuasive speech on animal testing for medical purposes.She makes use of Web sources and has a great deal of relevant material.However,when outlining the speech,she can't find the source of many of the facts and statistics she plans to use.What most likely caused Tracie's problem?

Accepted Answer

Tracie's problem is that she did not develop a preliminary bibliography with all the necessary material to locate the sources. This means she did not properly record where she found her facts and statistics, making it difficult to find the sources when outlining her speech. It is important to keep track of sources and properly cite them in a bibliography to avoid issues like this.

Question 3

Which of the following statements about the use of hypothetical illustrations in a speech is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

It is important to make sure your audience understands that the illustration you are using is hypothetical. This helps to prevent confusion and potential misunderstandings. The other options are not true - it is not necessary to avoid personal examples in hypothetical illustrations, and the length of the illustration does not determine its effectiveness. Hypothetical illustrations can be used in any part of a speech, not just the conclusion.

Question 4

Joe is a former weight lifter and professional body builder.He is preparing an informative speech on the abuse of steroids in physical fitness.Through his personal experiences,what quality can Joe add to the presentation of his speech?

Accepted Answer

Joe's personal experiences as a former weight lifter and professional body builder add to his credibility on the topic of steroid abuse in physical fitness. It indicates that he has firsthand knowledge and experience in the subject matter, making him a more reliable source of information for his audience.

Question 5

When it is necessary in a speech to explain a term that the audience might not understand,you should look in a dictionary such as Webster's for

Accepted Answer

A definition by classification is a standard dictionary definition that explains a term by placing it in a general category and then differentiating it from other members of that category.

Question 6

In his speech about drunk driving,David told a story about three of his friends who died in a drunk driving accident.He went into detail about how they had been partying,how they insisted on driving,and how their lives ended when they crashed into tree in the middle of the night.What kind of supporting material did David use in his speech?

Accepted Answer

David used an extended illustration to support his speech about the harmful effects of drunk driving. He shared a detailed story about his friends, which allowed the audience to visualize the consequences of drunk driving.

Question 7

Fred's community is considering a city-wide smoking ban.He is trying to do research on the effects it will have on small business owners in the community.Which of the following would be the best way for him to gather information?

Accepted Answer

Conducting interviews with small business owners would provide the most relevant and firsthand information on the potential impact of a smoking ban on their businesses. Books, magazines, and encyclopedias may provide general information, but it may not be specific to the community in question.

Question 8

Libraries' collections of books are called the

Accepted Answer

The collections of books in libraries are typically referred to as the "stacks," which are the shelves or areas where books are stored. The card catalog is a system for organizing information about the books in the library. Circulation refers to the process of borrowing and returning books, while indexes are tools used to help locate specific information within books or other sources.

Question 9

Jack primarily used Web sources for his informative speech about gun control.However,his over-reliance on a Web site sponsored by the National Rifle Association caused his speech to be slanted in one direction,rather than presenting multiple sides of the issue.Which of the six criteria for evaluating Web sources did Jack ignore?

Accepted Answer

Jack ignored the criterion of objectivity, which refers to the presentation of information without bias or personal opinions. By relying too heavily on a single Web source sponsored by an organization with a specific agenda, his speech did not provide a balanced view of the issue.

Question 10

When evaluating Internet resources,which criteria evaluates whether or not a Web site's language and graphics reflect and respect differences in gender,ethnicity,race,and sexual orientation?

Accepted Answer

The criteria that evaluates whether or not a Web site's language and graphics reflect and respect differences in gender, ethnicity, race, and sexual orientation is diversity. This criteria considers if the website is inclusive of diverse populations and provides information and resources that are sensitive to differences.

Question 11

The Internet's primary delivery system is known as

Accepted Answer

The World Wide Web (WWW or Web) is the primary delivery system for the Internet. It is a network of online content that is accessed via web browsers, such as Google Chrome or Firefox. While search engines and blogs are important parts of the Internet, they are not the primary delivery system. Cyberspace is a term used to describe the virtual space created by the Internet, but it is not the delivery system itself.

Question 12

When Marcie conducted an interview with the local homeless shelter supervisor,the supervisor kept answering "yes" or "no" to all of Marcie's questions.Marcie was getting frustrated because she was not getting the material she needed.What most likely caused Marcie's problem?

Accepted Answer

Closed-ended questions often require yes or no answers, but they do not provide a lot of detail or insight. Follow-up questions such as "why" or "can you tell me more about that" can help the interviewee provide more meaningful responses. Marcie may have overlooked the importance of asking open-ended questions.

Question 13

Academic Search Complete and JSTOR are examples of

Accepted Answer

Academic Search Complete and JSTOR are full-text databases, which differ from search engines as they provide access to complete articles and publications rather than just brief summaries or snippets. They also differ from web browsers and directories, which are tools for accessing and organizing the internet.

Question 14

Carl is researching a speech on euthanasia.He knows that there are some excellent journal articles on the subject,but his university's small library doesn't carry the journals in which the articles appear,but the library does subscribe to various online databases.Carl has only a few days until he must give the speech; what should he do?

Accepted Answer

Carl should use a full-text database, like Academic Search Complete, to attempt to locate complete texts of the journal articles. This is a good option because online databases often have access to a wide range of full-text articles that may not be available in the physical library. Additionally, full-text databases allow for a more efficient search process than requesting the articles through interlibrary loan. Finally, using web site information as a substitute for journal articles is not recommended as it may not be as accurate or reliable as peer-reviewed articles.

Question 15

Once you have arranged for an interview with an authority on your speech topic,what is your next task?

Accepted Answer

Planning for the interview by conducting research and planning specific questions is the next task after arranging for an interview. This will ensure that you ask relevant questions and get the information you need for your speech.

Question 16

Which database offers many full-text articles from more than 40 U.S.and international newspapers; more than 330 full-text television and radio news transcripts from CBS News,CNN,CNN international,FOX News,NPR,and others; and selected full-text articles from more than 330 regional U.S.)newspapers?

Accepted Answer

Newspaper Source is designed specifically to provide a comprehensive collection of full-text articles from newspapers, as well as television and radio news transcripts, aligning with the description given.

Question 17

In a library,print reference items are distinguished by

Accepted Answer

Print reference items are typically marked with the prefix "ref" in their call numbers, making it easy to identify them as reference materials. The other options are incorrect - call numbers starting with 300 may be used for other types of books as well, location behind the circulation desk may vary from library to library, and a red book cover is not necessarily indicative of a print reference item.

Question 18

After your conversation with a representative from the health and wellness program at a local hospital,you organize your notes and decide which statements to quote in your speech.This form of supporting material is called

Accepted Answer

The form of supporting material described in the scenario is an interview. This is because the speaker had a conversation with a representative from a health and wellness program and is organizing notes from that conversation to use as quotes in their speech. Quoting from an interview is a way to incorporate firsthand experience into a speech.

Question 19

It is necessary to determine what individual or organization is responsible for a Web site in order to determine its

Accepted Answer

Knowing who is responsible for a website allows for accountability. This means that if the information on the website is incorrect or harmful, the responsible party can be held accountable for their actions. It is important to have accountability for the accuracy and objectivity of the website content. Diversity is not directly related to determining responsibility for a website.

Question 20

Discussing your speech topic with someone who is knowledgeable on the subject is a method of gathering support material known as

Accepted Answer

Discussing your speech topic with someone who is knowledgeable on the subject is a form of gathering support material called interviewing. It is a suitable method for obtaining firsthand knowledge and experiences related to your topic.

Quiz 8: Gathering and Using Supporting