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Organizing/Outlining
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Informative Speech
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The most important consideration in choosing a topic is to find a subject that A. is current. B. interests you. C. will hold attention. D. has never been given before.
What is Page: 307 Ans: B
100
Most classroom speeches should have no more than seven or eight main points. True or False
What is Page: 336 Ans: F Response: Four or five main points only. The ideal is three.
100
Fortunately there is a single, surefire formula that reduces most people’s anxiety before a speech. True/False
What is Pages: 362-363 Ans: F Response: This is why eleven other suggestions are offered, in addition to the idea regarding changing from a performance orientation to a communication orientation.
100
According to a study by the Wharton School of Business, on average, people retain about 10 percent of a presentation communicated through words alone, whereas the effective use of visual aids increases retention up to 100 percent.
What is Page: 392 Ans: F Response: With the use of visual aids, it increases retention only up to about 50%.
100
An anecdote is A. a preview of your main points. B. the process of making something clear. C. a way to create desire by stimulating listener curiosity. D. a short, interesting story based on your own or someone else’s experience.
What is Page: 399 Ans: D
200
The first place to look for a topic is A. on the Internet. B. within yourself. C. in current magazines. D. your discussions with others.
What is Page: 307-308 Ans: B
200
Speakers should never use information that startles and surprises the audience. True or False
What is Page: 344 Ans: F Response: It is a good device for gaining attention.
200
Movement in public speaking can help make transitions and punctuate important points. True/False
What is Page: 372 Ans: T Response: Your answer is correct.
200
Repetition in speech making should be avoided. True/False
What is Ans: F Response: It is important because it helps listeners remember key points.
200
Which of the following ingredients is NOT one for successful presentations? A. natural delivery B. effective visuals C. a manuscript speech D. thorough preparation
What is Pages: 403-404 Ans: C
300
One of the most common mistakes of beginning speakers as they select a topic for a speech has to do with A. poor interviews. B. trying to cover a topic that is too broad. C. using the wrong tests for audience analysis. D. confusing organizational schemes and central ideas.
What is Page: 308 Ans: B
300
Which of the following is not one of the principles of organization? A. Phrase all points in full sentences. B. Give all points a parallel structure. C. Reveal all points in both the introduction and conclusion. D. Relate all points to your specific purpose and central idea.
What is Page: 334-335 Ans: C
300
The kind of speaking tone most desirable in public speaking situations is A. a voice that rises and falls dramatically. B. a big and booming delivery that is easy to hear. C. much the same as having a conversation with another person. D. dramatic and accompanied by expansive gestures and movement.
What is Pages: 366-367 Ans: C
300
An informative speech should be designed to: A. lead people to action. B. entertain the audience. C. increase understanding. D. show how something works.
What is Page: 390 Ans: C
300
Volume is how loud you speak. In most public speaking situations you should A. yell or shout. B. speak at a normal level. C. speak softer than normal. D. speak in a louder voice than you feel comfortable with.
What is Page: 373 Ans: D
400
Your first goal in giving a speech is to decide on your A. central idea. B. general purpose. C. specific purpose. D. form of communication.
What is Page: 309-310 Ans: B
400
Which parts of a speech may or may not be outlined? A. body B. main and minor points C. introductions and conclusions D. supporting material and transitions
What is Page: 340 Ans: C
400
When there is little time for preparation, the delivery type is A. impromptu. B. manuscript. C. memorized. D. extemporaneous.
What is Page: 370 Ans: A
400
You can help to increase understanding of a difficult subject by all of the following except which one? A. organizing the speech carefully. B. using illustrations and examples. C. using clear, appropriate language. D. using technical or specialized vocabulary.
What is Page: 390 Ans: D
400
Which is the essential question to ask in determining the type of visual support to use in a speech? A. What's available? B. What will be easiest? C. What will best illustrate the topic? D. What can best be seen by everyone in the audience?
What is Page: 375 Ans: C
500
For most classroom speeches, which of the following sources of information will supply most of the necessary information for a speech? A. interviews B. using the library C. computer databases D. personal experience
What is Page: 318 Ans: C
500
Key word outlines A. are complete maps of speeches. B. include full sentences of ideas. C. give important words and phrases. D. are useful to you when planning and developing a speech because they reveal major weaknesses in outline structure, idea support, and idea flow.
What is Page: 341 Ans: C
500
Movement during a speech should be A. entirely spontaneous. B. tied into speech transitions. C. carefully planned beforehand. D. both deliberate and spontaneous.
What is Page: 372 Ans: D
500
The best way to get and keep attention is to A. surprise listeners. B. give audiences exactly what they want. C. speak only on topics audiences have never heard about. D. create in your audience a strong desire to listen to your material.
What is Page: 390 Ans: D
500
What can be a very big help before following the steps suggested for doing research using the Internet? A. Go to the library. B. Read the instructions. C. Use more than one source and search tool. D. Have a general purpose, specific purpose, and central idea.
What is Page: 318 Ans: D