Question 1

In some cultures,such as some Native American and Asian cultures,making eye contact during public speaking is a sign of disrespect.

Accepted Answer

In some Native American and Asian cultures, making direct eye contact during public speaking can be seen as intimidating or aggressive, and is therefore considered disrespectful. It is important to understand and respect cultural norms and customs when communicating with individuals from different backgrounds.

Question 2

Susie is highly anxious about giving her first speech.She takes a lot of time developing and practicing her speech,so she feels comfortable with the content,but not with standing in front of the audience.Susie should remember all of the following EXCEPT _____.
A)accept that mistakes can happen,and practicing might minimize them
B)shifting her body weight to a more relaxed position
C)try to establish eye contact with the people who are not looking at her
D)remember that we all make mistakes

Accepted Answer

Susie should focus on making eye contact with audience members who are engaged and appear interested, as this can boost her confidence. Trying to establish eye contact with those not looking at her might increase her anxiety.

Question 3

One of the most common mistakes of presenters using projectors and software-supported slides is for the speaker to "talk to the slides" rather than the audience.

Accepted Answer

The speaker should focus on engaging with the audience rather than simply reading from the slides or pointing out information on the slides.

Question 4

Your mother has just changed jobs,and she learns that she will need to give a speech to her team next week on the new program of which she is in-charge.She comes to you for help,as she has never given a speech.Explain what two tips you would give her as being the most important.

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Question 5

Rita has had multiple sclerosis since she was young,and she uses a wheelchair.When she presented her speech on global warming in class,she was not embarrassed by her difference.She began her speech with,"I stand,whoops,correction,I sit before you today…" The class thought she was an incredibly confident speaker.Which of the following contributed to her success?
A)Rita embraced her uniqueness and imperfections.
B)Rita apologized for not being able to be seen by all.
C)Rita used humor and embraced her uniqueness and imperfections.
D)Rita used humor.

Accepted Answer

Rita's success can be attributed to her use of humor and her ability to embrace her uniqueness and imperfections. By making light of her physical difference at the beginning of her speech, she demonstrated confidence and a willingness to be vulnerable in front of her peers. This helped her to connect with her audience and made her a more engaging speaker. Mitar Rita used the words "correction, I sit before you today" which shows her awareness of her physical difference, but instead of apologizing for it, she used it to her advantage by making it the opening line of her speech.

Question 6

Highly anxious speakers are less likely to spend time preparing and rehearsing their speech.

Accepted Answer

Highly anxious speakers are more likely to avoid preparing and rehearsing their speech due to their anxiety, which can lead to procrastination and avoidance behaviors.

Question 7

The No.2 fear in America is public speaking.

Accepted Answer

The No.1 fear in America is often cited as public speaking, not the No.2 fear.

Question 8

In terms of gestures,the best advice is to forget about your hands and let them do what they would naturally do.Of course,this means you cannot keep your hands locked together or stuffed in pockets.

Accepted Answer

The statement advises to forget about your hands and let them do what they would naturally do, which means not keeping them locked together or stuffed in pockets. This indicates that the statement is true.

Question 9

Your audience wants you to succeed;they do not want to be bored for the length of your speech.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. The audience is usually invested in the speaker's success and wants to be engaged throughout the speech.

Question 10

If it is true,as it suggests in the text,that "the brain and body can't tell the difference between something you vividly imagine and reality," then identify two specific ways that you can utilize this information to become a better public speaker.

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Question 11

If you are unsure of how to pronounce a word,like "paradigm," it is best to look it up and practice saying it prior to the speech.

Accepted Answer

Looking up and practicing the pronunciation of an unfamiliar word prior to a speech can help ensure that it is pronounced correctly during the presentation.

Question 12

Many people are nervous or anxious about giving a speech,and you might be one of them.The textbook identifies a number of ways to counter anxiety.What have you learned that you plan to apply for your next presentation? Explain.

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Question 13

Discuss how fear of public speaking varies between cultures,ranking at least four cultures from highest levels of communication apprehension to lowest.To what degree do most U.S.Americans fear public speaking?

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Question 14

Different cultures use widely different approaches to public speaking.

Accepted Answer

Different cultures have different beliefs about the appropriate style, tone, and manner of public speaking. For example, some cultures emphasize a highly formal and respectful approach, while others encourage a more informal and conversational tone. Additionally, certain cultures may prioritize storytelling or emotional appeals, while others value analytical arguments and concrete evidence.

Question 15

The brain can tell the difference between what you vividly imagine and reality.New pathways between neurons are only created through reality.

Accepted Answer

The brain often cannot distinguish between vivid imagination and reality, and new neural pathways can be formed through both lived experiences and imagined scenarios, enhancing learning and memory.

Question 16

It is best to focus your eye contact on the middle and back of the room because the people in the front can see you better.

Accepted Answer

It is actually best to distribute your eye contact throughout the entire room, including the front, middle, and back. This helps to engage everyone in the audience and make them feel included.

Question 17

Understanding that people from different cultures tend to have different modes of public speaking is important for students at U.S.universities because _____.
A)most U.S.Americans will live in a foreign country at some point
B)U.S.is a multicultural society and most Americans will encounter public speakers or audiences from different cultures at some point
C)actually,there is one standard for public speaking,the "American" standard
D)public speakers from other cultures are better than U.S.Americans in this area so U.S.students should try to use styles from other cultures when giving a speech

Accepted Answer

The United States is a multicultural society, and it is likely that U.S. students will encounter public speakers or audiences from different cultures at some point. Therefore, it's important for them to understand and adapt to different modes of public speaking.

Question 18

Generally speaking,an audience from China would likely nod their heads as the speaker spoke because they _____.
A)agree with the speaker
B)disagree with the speaker
C)are indicating that they are receiving the message
D)are showing silent respect

Accepted Answer

Nodding one's head is a common nonverbal communication in China which typically indicates that the listener is paying attention and understanding the message being conveyed. It does not necessarily indicate agreement or disagreement with what is being said, but rather a sign of active listening and engagement.

Question 19

It is recommended that at least some of your speech rehearsals be conducted in as realistic setting as possible.This means it is wise to practice in front of a live audience,whether it be one person or many people.

Accepted Answer

Practicing in front of a live audience, even if it's just one person, can help you to better prepare for your actual speech, as it simulates the conditions you will face during the real event.

Question 20

Technology is not always reliable,so it is wise to have a contingency plan in the event that your technological aid does not work.

Accepted Answer

It is always wise to have a backup plan in case technology fails, as technology is not infallible and can experience errors or malfunctions. A contingency plan can help mitigate the effects of such issues and ensure that tasks can still be completed or goals can still be achieved.

Quiz 16: Public Speaking: Presenting the Message