Basics of Public Speaking
(Ch. 1, 2, 3)
(Ch. 1, 2, 3)
This is the simplest model of communication that is outdated today.
Linear Model (SMRC)
Sami presents his speech only using brief notes because he rehearsed the speech so much that he knows the content very well. His notes have information that will jog his memory and some important content (e.g., citations). What type of delivery style is Joey using?
Extemporaneous delivery
On her questionnaire, Ty asked about age, gender, and income. This is an example of which type of audience analysis?
Demographic analysis
According to the serial-position effect, what parts of a speech are most memorable to an audience?
Introduction and conclusion
When describing his connection to the topic of animal shelters, Cristian explains, "My pets are my children." This is an example of what type of vivid language?
Metaphor
While giving his speech, Eric notices that there is some loud construction happening outside of his classroom. This could distract him and his audience from the message. The construction is an example of ________ in the transactional model.
Noise/interference
In the introduction of Sam's speech, he states, "Today I am going to persuade you to give me $5 by explaining why I need $5, why you don't need $5, and what I will do with the $5." This is an example of which part of his introduction?
Thesis/central idea
Brooke finds a source she thinks will be good evidence for her speech. The source is a news article from January 18th, 2001 published in the New York Times written by an expert of Brooke's topic. After evaluating the _______ of the source, Brooke decides not to use it.
Recency
When listing her main points throughout her speech, Boyan uses words like "first," "second," and "third." These words are examples of which type of connective?
Sign post
In his speech about caring for the elderly, Eric states, "Think about not only what you can do for the elderly but what their wisdom and experience can do for our world." This is an example of which type of rhythm?
Antithesis
While considering the classic moral dilemma, The Trolley Problem, Ashley decides to pull the lever so the trolley changes tracks. She believes that sacrificing one life for several lives is the most ethical. Josie is working from this ethical approach.
Utilitarianism
In the conclusion of his speech, Scott states, "Today I talked about my three favorite musicians: Taylor Swift, Slipknot, and Snoop Dogg." This is an example of which part of his conclusion?
Review
Dr. Zoe decides to go off the rails and give a lecture about her holiday break instead of discussing content from the textbook as scheduled. She thinks her holiday break was really interesting so assumes everyone in her audience also wants to hear about it. This is an example of _________.
Egocentrism
Dr. Zoe's lecture on persuasion always starts in Ancient Greece. First, she discusses Aristotle and the sophists. Then she talks about how persuasion has changed over time. This illustrates which type of strategic organization?
Chronological
When addressing his audience, Tyler states, "Hello everyone" instead of saying, "Hello ladies and gentlemen." This choice is an example of using __________.
Inclusive language
Before class, Lex makes sure he is in the right headspace to listen to Dr. Zoe's lesson by turning off his phone and opening his notebook. This helps him to focus and better understand the message of the lecture. David is demonstrating which type of listening?
Comprehensive listening
Tyler is selecting a topic for his upcoming speech in COM 111. He decides to refer to his speech topic journal he has been updating all semester. The journal is full of personal stories, experiences, and potential speech topics. This is an example of which type of brainstorming?
Personal inventory
On Michelle's questionnaire, she prompts her respondents to, "Describe a situation where you felt you were too ill to go to school or work." This is an example of a __________ question.
Open-ended
While preparing his presentation outline, Nate makes sure to use the same structure as his preparation outline. He uses roman numerals to label his main points, he uses numbers to indicate his topic sentences, and he uses capital letters to indicate his evidence. This structure is and example of a(n) ______.
Visual framework
Dr. Zoe sends a fire emoji in an email to the class. She is not saying that there is a fire near her at the moment but is commenting on how great the speeches were this semester. What type of meaning is Dr. Zoe trying to send?
Connotative
This type of plagiarism involves taking ideas or language from two or three sources and passing them off as one's own work.
Patchwork plagiarism
When choosing what type of speech to give, Declan knows that he wants to persuade his audience in some way. What component of his speech has Declan already decided?
General purpose
Logan is developing a speech on adopting pets from animal shelters. Her friend, Timmy, has adopted dogs before so Logan asks Timmy if she could use his experience adopting a dog as a part of the speech. This is an example of __________ testimony.
peer
At the end of his speech, Efe decides to slowly build energy until he is speaking loudly and powerfully to illustrate the importance of his closing statement. This is an example of which type of ending?
Crescendo ending
When asking your audience a question as your attention-getter, what does Dr. Zoe recommend you do in your speech before asking the question?
Give your audience specific directions