Elements of a Speech
Synergy
The Roles
Conversationally
Chalked
200

What are the 3 parts of every presentation? 

Introduction, body, conclusion

200

What phenomenon is where the combined efforts of group members produce outcomes that are greater than the sum of their individual contributions?

Synergy

200

According to Benne and Sheats, what are the three main categories of roles that people play in group settings?

Group task roles, group maintenance (or social or interpersonal) roles, and self-centered (or destructive) roles.

200

This is the most important part of a command presence.

Understanding the material best 

200

Name 3 reasons we outline our speeches.

Tests the scope of our information (visual check); Tests the logical relationship of ideas; Tests the relevance of the supporting materials; Tests the balance and proportion of the speech; Creates speaking notes 

400
What should every presentation start with? And give an example

An attention-getting strategy. Examples: short story, shocking fact/data, fun or poignant quote, thoughtful question

400

True or False: Shared ideas and well-defined roles capitalizing on individuals' strengths and expertise are two methods for building synergy

True

400

In a brainstorm, when one team member constantly drops fresh, innovative ideas—like immediately suggesting a breakthrough app feature —which role are they fulfilling? A. Gatekeeper, B. Energizer, C. Elaborator, D. Initiator

D. Initiator

400

Describe the power sphere

gestures from the top of your eyes to your belly button 

400

This type of outline is a draft

Working outline

600

A ______ is an organizational statement are strategically placed to guide listeners from one part of the speech and speaker to the next speaker and part of the speech. 

transition or transition statement

600

What is the holy grail of group work? 

Synergy

600

In a group chat for a class project, if a member continuously brags about their contribution to the project and constant achievements. What role is the member playing? A. Information Giver, B. Recognition Seeker, C. Evaluator-Critic, D. Dominator

B. Recognition Seeker

600

This is 3 parts: 1. animated, broad, open movements; 2. hand movements projected openly and outward; 3. a forward-leaning body position 

Nonverbal eager 

600

This type of outline is your "safety net" that goes on your note cards. 

Speaking outline

800
Group presentations need a _____ viewpoint throughout the speech.

Wholistic

800

Which phenomenon occurs when group collaboration results in poorer outcomes than individual efforts would have achieved, often due to conflicts, misunderstandings, incompatible skills, or poor communication?

Negative synergy

800

Role ____ occurs when a group member is stuck in a specific role and resists changing to other roles. 

Fixation

800

How many hours of practice does it take to master a skill?

10,000 hours

800

This type of outline should contain full sentences only and is the one you submit to the instructor

Preparation Outline

1000
During a presentation, the speaker must use a _____ if they want the audience to know their information is researched and comes from a specific source. 

Verbal citation

1000

True or False: Avoiding dissent and constructive criticism in your group is a strategy for building synergy.

False

1000

In your group Discord chat for a class project, the student who's usually the "tech bro" notices that your Zoom meeting is getting too quiet. Instead of sticking to their typical role, they switch gears - drop some funny memes, ask everyone for input, and set up a quick poll to decide the next step. What is this adaptive behavior called?

Role flexibility

1000

What type of thinkers use lots of gestures?

Complex thinkers 

1000

Name the 5 basic principles of a useful outline

singularity, consistency, adequacy, uniformity, & parallelism

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