Terms
What is definition of Communication?
A process by which information is exchanged between individuals through a common system of symbols, signs, or behavior
What is the order of speech structure
Introduction, body, conclusion
Who is my favorite college team and what is their mascot?
Auburn Tigers
In the communication cycle, who starts the process by sending a message?
The sender
What is the first step in creating a plan to reduce nervousness before a speech?
List the things that make you nervous.
Describe the difference between Volume and pitch
volume is How loud or soft a speaker speaks and pitch is How high or low the words are spoken (like musical pitch)
This helps listeners move smoothly from one idea to the next.
Transitions
How many years have I coached football and what position did I play in high school?
5 and a half years.
Quarterback
What term describes the information, idea, or feeling that is being sent from the sender to the receiver?
The message
Name two pre-speech strategies that can help reduce nervousness.
Examples include deep breathing, practicing the speech, positive visualization, or stretching/exercising
Describe how you entertain an audience
To amuse or engage the audience.
Reading a speech word-for-word in a flat voice.
Poor delivery
What do you think my favorite movie of all time is? (hint: its an animated movie)
Cars
In the communication cycle, this is the response or reaction the receiver gives back to the sender to show understanding or misunderstanding.
feedback
Explain how practicing your speech in front of a small audience can reduce nervousness.
It helps you become familiar with your material, builds confidence, and allows you to get feedback before the real presentation.
Give me an a example of hearing and listening
Hearing is The passive process of perceiving sound. Your ears pick up noise, but your brain might not focus on or understand it. Listening is The active process of making meaning from what you hear. It requires focus, attention, and effort to understand and respond
In a well-organized speech, this section contains the main points supported by evidence and examples.
Body
What profession is my girlfriend entering and where does she attend school? (BONUS 100 if you know her name)
Nursing and SLU
Hannah
Noise in the communication cycle can prevent the message from being understood. Name three types of noise that can disrupt communication.
Physical noise (sounds), psychological noise (thoughts/distractions), and semantic noise (misunderstanding words/meanings).
If you notice your hands shake before speaking, which pre-speech strategy could help, and why?
Deep breathing or light stretching—because it relaxes your body and reduces physical signs of nervousness.
What is paralanguage in your own terms
Paralanguage is how you say something, not what you say.
Simple example:
Saying “I’m fine” in a calm voice means one thing.
Saying “I’m fine” in a sarcastic or angry tone means something very different.
In public speaking, paralanguage helps the audience understand your feelings, attitude, and meaning beyond the words.
What is a common mistake when trying to obtain good speech structure?
What is poor organization or lack of clear structure?
What two things do you think are my biggest fears?
(Hints)
- One is a type of animal/insect and the other is a common fear
Spiders and heights
Explain why the communication cycle is considered circular rather than linear, and give an example of how feedback changes the original message.
It’s circular because communication is ongoing; the receiver’s feedback can influence the sender’s next message.
How can rehearsing in front of a mirror help reduce nervousness before a speech?
It helps you practice body language, facial expressions, and eye contact, so you feel more confident when speaking in front of others.