Question 1

What is the primary benefit of postspeech analysis?

Accepted Answer

Postspeech analysis allows you to evaluate your performance and identify areas for improvement. This feedback can help you prepare for future speeches and refine your public speaking skills.

Question 2

Which of the following is TRUE of an attentive audience?

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An attentive audience doesn't move much. They may sit still or shift their focus slightly, but they won't be fidgeting or moving excessively. This is because they are actively engaged with the speaker and focused on the message being delivered. The other choices are incorrect - a frozen smile (A) is not a reliable indicator of attentiveness, moving frequently (B) is more likely to indicate restlessness or distraction, and an attentive audience may express nonverbal disagreement (D) if they are actively engaging with the message and have differing opinions or perspectives.

Question 3

With respect to a situational audience analysis,as a general rule,the larger the audience,the more likely they are to

Accepted Answer

In larger audiences, the setting tends to be more formal, and as a result, the audience expects a more formal speaking style from the presenter. This expectation stems from the nature of large gatherings, where a formal tone helps maintain order and ensures that the message is delivered effectively to a broad group.

Question 4

Identifying common cultural issues and similarities can help you establish common ground with your audience.

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Identifying common cultural issues and similarities can help build rapport and show respect for the audience's culture, leading to a greater likelihood of successful communication and connection.

Question 5

People evaluate credibility by intentions,not by behavior.

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People evaluate credibility by both intentions and behavior. While intentions certainly play a role in forming judgments about someone's trustworthiness, it is ultimately a person's actions that will demonstrate whether those intentions were genuine or not. So, both factors need to be considered when assessing credibility.

Question 6

If the purpose of your speech was to persuade your listeners to do something,then the best indicators of your speaking success are

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If the purpose of the speech was to persuade listeners to take a certain action or do something, then the best indicator of success would be their actual actions after the speech, as this demonstrates that they were convinced or motivated to take the desired course of action. Verbal and nonverbal cues may indicate engagement or interest, but they do not necessarily guarantee that the audience will take action. Survey responses before the speech may provide some insight into the audience's attitudes or potential receptivity to the message, but they do not directly measure the success of the persuasion.

Question 7

You credibility as a speaker-how you are perceived by your audience-is dependent on your sensitivity to the values and assumptions of your listeners.

Accepted Answer

A speaker's credibility is heavily influenced by their ability to connect with their audience and understand their perspectives, beliefs, and values. Failing to do so can lead to a lack of trust and respect from the audience. Therefore, being sensitive to the values and assumptions of your listeners is essential for establishing credibility.

Question 8

Veronica was watching her audience carefully during her speech.After a few minutes,she noticed several class members staring at her with a glazed look in their eyes.She immediately picked up the speed of her speech and introduced a colorful visual.What was Veronica responding to?

Accepted Answer

Veronica was responding to nonverbal audience cues, as she noticed the glazed look in her classmates' eyes while watching her speak. She then introduced a colorful visual to regain their attention.

Question 9

When Robert asked his class,"How many of you just don't have enough time to do all the things you want to do in a day?" as his speech introductory device,almost everyone in the audience raised their hands.This audience reaction is

Accepted Answer

The audience raising their hands is a nonverbal form of responsiveness, as they are physically indicating their agreement with the speaker's statement. A verbal form of responsiveness would be if the audience verbally responded to the statement, such as saying "yes" or "that's me." Therefore, option D is the best choice.

Question 10

One of the main factors that will shape your audience's attitude toward you is your credibility or the perception of you as trustworthy,knowledgeable,and interesting.

Accepted Answer

Credibility is indeed one of the most important factors that influence how your audience perceives you. If you are seen as trustworthy, knowledgeable, and interesting, you are likely to gain their respect and attention. On the other hand, if you lack credibility or seem untrustworthy, your audience may be less inclined to listen to you or take your message seriously.

Question 11

If you adapt to your audience by abandoning your own values and sense of truth,you will become an unethical speaker rather than an audience-centered one.

Accepted Answer

Being audience-centered does not mean compromising one's values or truth. It is important to find common ground and present information in a way that resonates with the audience, while also staying true to one's own principles. Sacrificing personal values for the sake of pleasing the audience is unethical and diminishes the speaker's credibility.

Question 12

A situational audience analysis includes an examination of the

Accepted Answer

A situational audience analysis includes examining the time and place of the speech, the size of the audience, and the occasion. This provides important context for adapting the speech to the specific situation. While attitude, beliefs, values, age, gender, ethnicity, race, culture, income, occupation, and education of the audience are also important considerations for audience analysis, they are not part of a situational analysis.

Question 13

As a requirement for his biology class,Jorge must attend a speech by a visiting scholar in biology.What kind of audience will Jorge be a part of at this event?

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Jorge is attending the speech as a requirement for his biology class, implying that he does not have a choice in attending. Therefore, he is considered a captive audience.

Question 14

A survey allows you to gather both demographic information and information about what audience members like or dislike,believe to be true or false,or think is good or bad about the topic or issues you are discussing.

Accepted Answer

A survey is a tool that can help gather demographic data as well as opinions, beliefs, and attitudes towards a particular topic or issue. This information can aid in making informed decisions and understanding the needs and preferences of the target audience.

Question 15

Being audience-centered means you should tell your listeners only what they want to hear;you may need to fabricate information to please your audience or achieve your goal.

Accepted Answer

Being audience-centered means focusing on the needs and interests of the audience, not necessarily telling them only what they want to hear. It is important to be truthful and ethical in your communication, and not fabricate information to achieve your goals.

Question 16

One way to demonstrate to your audience that your message is designed specifically for them is to

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By referring to the specific town, city, or community in which you are speaking, you are showing that you have tailored your message to their unique needs and interests. This helps to engage the audience and make them feel like the message is directly relevant to them. A and C are incorrect because referring to previous audiences or avoiding using audience members' names does not necessarily demonstrate that the message is designed specifically for the current audience. B is incorrect because recent news events may not be directly relevant to the audience and may not demonstrate that the message is tailored to their needs.

Question 17

Audience analysis is the process of examining information about those who are expected to present speeches.

Accepted Answer

Audience analysis is the process of examining information about those who are expected to listen to or view a presentation, not those presenting.

Question 18

A voluntary audience has externally imposed reasons for being there.

Accepted Answer

A voluntary audience is one that attends an event or performance by choice and without any external pressures or obligations. They have internal motivations for being there, such as personal interest or enjoyment.

Question 19

Savena needed room to move during her speech,but when she arrived to make her presentation,she learned that she would have to use a microphone affixed to a lectern.What was Savena's mistake?

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Savena's mistake was not conducting a pre-speech situational analysis. This would have involved gathering information about the physical space in which she would be speaking, including whether she would have room to move around, and what equipment would be available to her. By not conducting this analysis, she was unprepared for the situation she faced and unable to adapt her presentation accordingly.

Question 20

Inferences based on demographic information may lead to faulty conclusions.

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Demographic information only provides general characteristics of a particular group and cannot be used to accurately predict the behavior or characteristics of an individual within that group. Making assumptions or generalizations based solely on demographic information can lead to stereotypes and bias. It is important to consider individual factors and not rely solely on demographics when making conclusions or decisions.

Quiz 5: Analyzing Your Audience