Speech Structure
What is the primary purpose of a speech introduction?
A. To capture the audience's attention and introduce the topic.
B. To summarize the main points.
Which demographic characteristic refers to a person's age, gender, and ethnicity?
A: Psychographic
B: Demographic
Which of the following is an ethical guideline in public speaking?
A: Plagiarism
B: Honesty
Which vocal element involves the rate at which a speaker talks?
A: Pitch
B: Pace
Which of the following is an example of a visual aid?
A: PowerPoint slide
B: Spoken word
Which of the following is NOT a typical part of a speech conclusion?
A: Restating the thesis
B: Summarizing main points
What is the term for the process of tailoring your message to the audience's interests and values?
A: Audience analysis
B: Audience adaptation
What does "ethos" refer to in public speaking?
A: Emotional appeal
B: Credibility of the speaker
What is the term for the use of physical movements to convey meaning?
A: Gestures
B: Posture
What is the primary purpose of using visual aids in a speech?
A: To entertain the audience
B: To clarify and enhance understanding
What is the term for the main argument or central idea of a speech?
A: Thesis statement
B: Supporting evidence
Which of the following is NOT a factor in a audience analysis?
A: Age
B: Personal beliefs
C: Speaker's opinion
What is the term for presenting someone else's work or ideas as your own?
A: Paraphrasing
B: Plagiarism
What is the term for the way a speaker uses their voice to convey meaning?
A: Tone
B: Volume
Which of the following is a guideline for using visual aids?
A: Use complex charts
B: Keep visuals simple and clear
Which organizational pattern arranges ideas based on their physical location?
A: Spatial pattern
B: Chronological pattern
What is the term for the shared beliefs, values, and attitudes of a group?
A: Culture
B: Demographics
Which of the following is a violation of ethical speaking?
A: Citing sources
B: Fabricating information
Which of the following is an example of nonverbal communication?
A: Speaking
B: Facial expressions
What is the term for the process of designing and arranging visual elements?
A: Visual design
B: Visual rhetoric
What is the purpose of a preview statement in a speech introduction?
A: To outline the main points to be discussed
B: To provide background information
Which type of audience is likely to be neutral or undecided about the topic?
A: Hostile
B: Neutral
What is the ethical responsibility of a speaker regarding audience members' emotions?
A: To manipulate emotions for persuasion
B: To respect and consider their emotional responses
What is the term for the physical position of the body during a speech?
A: Posture
B: Gesture
What is the recommended number of words per slide in a PowerPoint presentation?
A: 50
B: 20