College Public Speaking

An anecdote is a brief story of interesting, humorous, or real life incidents. T or F

The speech introduction should capture the audience's attention, but it does not need to mention the topic and purpose of speech. T or F

As a general rule, the conclusion should comprise about one third of the entire speech. T or F

The conclusion of the speech should be prepared before the speech body. T or F

Effective speakers often repeat words or phrases. T or F

Alliteration is the arrangement of words, phrases, or sentences in a similar form. T or F

The words old, thing, big, and bad are all examples of abstract language. T or F

A speaker who uses vivid imagery: diminishes meaning, distracts listeners from the main point from the speech, encourages listeners' involvement, or none of the above.

A summary portion of the speech should not: tell the audience what you have already told them, summarize each main point of the speech, be a rote recounting, or give the audience a sense of completion.

Speech humor should always match: the audience, the topic, the occasion, or all the options are correct.

Speaking from memory is the most natural way to deliver a message. T or F

Speaking from manuscript is considered best for brief speeches, such as toasts and introductions. T or F

Paralanguage refers to WHAT is said, not HOW something is said. T or F

Nonverbal communication can clarify the meaning of verbal messages. T or F

Unnecessary and undesirable words used to cover pauses are called VOCAL FILLERS. T or F

An example of lazy speech is saying "wanna" instead of "want to". T or F

If a speaker mumbles, he or she should practice speaking more loudly and with emphatic pronunciation. T or F

Speaking impromptu is the most natural way to deliver a message. T or F

Enthusiasm is key to achieving effective vocal variety in a speech. T or F

Smiling is an effective way for the speaker to build a rapport with an audience. T or F

Statistics are quantified evidence that summarizes, compares, and predicts things. T or F

Testimony comprises firsthand findings, eyewitness accounts, and opinions. T or F

A speaker who cites statistics in a speech is not responsible for checking the reliability of the statistics. T or F

All blogs and social news sites should be considered reputable speech sources. T or F

The three most widely used formats for documenting Internet sources are APA, MLA, and the Chicago Style. T or F

One way to evaluate the credibility of a web site is to look for the last date the site was modified or updated. T or F

This refers to the deliberate falsification of information: information, misinformation, propaganda, or disinformation.

A question designed to check that all important information has been discussed is called a(n): open question, clearinghouse question, secondary question, or leading question.

Brief stories of interesting, often humorous incidents based on real life are called: facts, testimony, statistics, or anecdotes.

Which of the following domain suffixes indicate a nonprofit group? .org; .net; .com; or .gov

Speeches about people have the greatest potential of "crossing the line" into the persuasive realm. T or F

Informative speeches can be organized using the topical, chronological, spatial, cause-effect, comparative advantage, circular, or narrative pattern. T or F

An appropriate organizational pattern can help listeners mentally organize ideas. T or F

The informative speech seeks to advocate, whereas the persuasive speech seeks to enlighten. T or F

In order to appeal to different audience members, a speaker should consider four learning styles: visual, aural, read/write, and kinesthetic T or F

Speeches that rely on demonstration often work with the actual object, models of it, or visual aids that diagram it. T or F

With information available today in so many forms, electronic and otherwise, we have little need for informative speeches. T or F

A speaker should reveal the topic's relevance to the audience early on in the speech. T or F

Operational definitions define the topic by explaining what it does. T or F

Speeches about events focus on noteworthy occurrences, both past and present. T or F

Presentation aids should simply repeat the spoken information. T or F

Handouts used for presentation aids should always be passed out before a speech begins. T or F

Colors evoke distinct associations in people. T or F

The background color of a presentation should remain constant. T or F

Using the active verb form and parallel grammatical structure keeps the presentation aid simple.

Presentation aids should be used in a context that is appropriate to the topic, the audience, and the occasion. T or F

A PowerPoint will save an otherwise poorly planned speech. T or F

During a speech with presentation software, speakers should keep their eyes on the screen to avoid losing their place. T or F

A speaker's primary mission is to communicate through a showy multimedia visual display rather than through the spoken word and his or her physical presence. T or F

Speakers who rely on presentation software risk performance difficulties due to technical errors. T or F

The general goal of persuasive speaking is to influence, advocate, or ask listeners to accept the speaker's view. T or F

For persuasive change to endure, listeners must be convinced that they will somehow be rewarded. T or F

Arguments are composed of three elements: claims, evidence, and reasoning. T or F

Claims of policy generally contain the word "should" and speak of an "ought" condition. T or F

There are four steps in Monroe's motivated sequence pattern of arrangement. T or F

The first step of Monroe's motivated sequence pattern of arrangement is need. T or F

"Everyone wears Adidas so you should too" is an example of begging the question. T or F

A speaker who relies on bandwagoning poses arguments that use general opinions as their bases. T or F

An argument is a stated position, with support for or against an idea or issue. T or F

An appeal that deliberately arouses fear or anxiety in the audience has no legitimate place in public speaking. T or F