COMM 12-13 CHAPTERS

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The ability to withhold from followers what they want is called
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punishment power.
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The great Tennessee basketball coach Pat Summit is able to win so often because her team understands what the opponent is trying to do on offense and defense. Pat Summit is a master at knowing what types of plays the other team is going to run during the game. What type of power might she possess?
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expert power
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Approximately what percentage of workers report in polls that their time spent working in meetings could be more productive?
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55%
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Which of these groups may be classified as a secondary group?
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a student committee on improving campus meal plans
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Which of the following is most likely an example of an assigned group?
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a group of students asked by their resident advisor to repaint the cafeteria
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The great Tennessee basketball coach Pat Summit is able to motivate her players because she has charisma and her players respect her a great deal. What type of power might she possess?
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referent power
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Which of the following is an implicit characteristic of group members?
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individuals' worldviews
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When trying to select a topic, Preston thought about what he had already experienced. What method did Preston use to select a topic?
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surveying interests
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Leslie really likes coffee-flavored ice cream. This would be an example of
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an attitude
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Which of the following is NOT a method recommended in the book for gathering inferences about an audience from questionnaires?
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Determine the audience members' astrological signs to indicate their states of mind.
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Which of the following statements concerning source credibility is consistent with the textbook?
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Source credibility is an audience perception that must be established every time a person gives a speech to an audience.
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Which of the following is NOT a criterion for evaluating sources of information?
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Is the supporting material personal?
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The sleeper effect refers to the speech
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having a delayed message impact because of the separation of speaker from message over time.
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The preliminary organization for your outline is planned with the
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rough draft.
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Which of the following is NOT a function of a speech introduction?
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to state a brief summary of the main arguments you will be presenting
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Which of the following is more of a transition than a signpost?
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Having now discussed why you should activate your savings account, we will look next at how much money to place in it.
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When you answer a question in class, you are using which mode of delivery?
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impromptu speech
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When presenting through video, which of the following statements represents a best practice?
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Wear solid prints with appropriately contrasting colors
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Which statement about eye contact is NOT correct?
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There is no such thing as too much eye contact.
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Which of the following comments provides the best example of extrinsic motivation?
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"Because my employer said our raises would be based on it, I am increasing my number of contract reports."
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An important aspect of informative speaking is making your subject ________ the audience.
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relevant to
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A rhetorical question is a question
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for which no answer is expected
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Which of the following is NOT a means of resisting persuasion?
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acceptance
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Which of the following is a logical proof?
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You should use Ivory soap because it is inexpensive, antibacterial, safe, and effective.
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In terms of presenting intercultural persuasive messages, which of the following is NOT true?
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You should abandon the norms with which you are familiar and rely solely on American norms
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Which situation invites an emergent leader?
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The company has just announced impending personnel reductions, and a small group of recently hired employees have gathered to discuss strategy.
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Which concept of group leadership assumes that interpersonal influence is the primary skill needed by an effective group leader?
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communicative competencies approach
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All of the following are needs fulfilled by primary groups EXCEPT
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achievement.
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Which of the following is NOT an example of a group norm?
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The group is prohibited from meeting during the weekends
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Which of the following reasons is NOT given in your text for why you should study small-group communication?
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It is more fun to do things with a group of people rather than as an individual.
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Which of the following is most likely an example of a primary group?
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a group of women playing cards
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Americans have a cultural bias that favors which leadership style described in the book?
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democratic leadership
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If you ask people to rank their favorite pastimes, you are asking for
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attitudinal information.
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Cora gave his informative speech on "the environment." What is a valid critique of this speech?
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The topic is too broad.
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When selecting a topic, if you think about what particular issue currently bothers you, you are
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surveying your interest.
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Which of the following statements about verbal citations is FALSE?
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Verbal citations include all of the information found in a written footnote.
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The concept of having shared understanding in public speaking is most closely related to which dimension of source credibility?
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common ground
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Establishing a shared future trajectory—showing that we can all do something together for the betterment of others—is a way of establishing which dimension of source credibility?
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common ground
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Which of the following is an example of a purpose/thesis for an inspirational/motivational speech?
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Our goal tonight is to honor the sacrifice made by students serving in the armed forces.
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Which of the following is NOT a principle of outlining as described in this chapter on organization?
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The outline should contain a mixture of sentences, phrases, and words.
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The list of sources used in your presentation is called
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a reference list
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Enunciation is a delivery term that means
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pronunciation and articulation.
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The most common delivery approach, both inside and outside the classroom, is
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extemporaneous
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Which of the following is NOT one of the four bodily aspects of speech delivery?
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vocal variety
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Explanation is to idea development as narration is to
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storytelling
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Which of the following is NOT a purpose of an informative speech?
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to change the minds of the audience members about an issue or idea
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An informative speech does NOT have to be
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entertaining.
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Which of the following statements about syllogisms is FALSE?
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A syllogism has a subjective premise
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Gerald has a great deal of expertise about parakeets. He used to work in a pet store that sold over twenty different types of birds. If he was to give a speech on the subject, Gerald might be said to have what type of expertise?
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ethos
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Personal proof, consisting of expertise and authority, is also known as
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ethos.
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When other members value the knowledge or expertise of a person, that person has
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expert power
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Which of the following is NOT a type of interpersonal influence of power?
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pride
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Within-group diversity is influenced by observable characteristics and
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implicit characteristics
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According to the definition of a small group in the book, which of the following would NOT be defined as a small group?
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six people working for the same company on various projects in different departments
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Which of the following would NOT be considered a leader according to definitions presented in the text?
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one member persuading another to sabotage a group goal
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Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of a small group according to the textbook?
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All of the communication interaction in the group is oral, verbal communication.
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Which of the following statements regarding gender and group interaction is supported by research?
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Women prefer more formal speech forms
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Which guideline should you follow when choosing a topic?
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Do not select one that involves demonstrate with visual resources that are banned on campus.
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An attitude is a
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predisposition to respond favorably or unfavorably.
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In public speaking, which of the following are you NOT expected to adapt to the audience?
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your own personal position on the issue
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The credibility of guest speakers in your class will be ________ if your instructor introduces them.
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improved
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Which of the following is NOT a research-based finding about source credibility?
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Audiences are mercifully slow in deciding a speaker's status or source credibility.
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Which testimonial evidence best meets the criteria for evaluating such evidence?
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A cafeteria worker, a student, testifies about conditions in the cafeteria kitchen.
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A speech on the qualities that make a fine athlete in the sport of soccer is likely to be using which pattern of organization?
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topical-sequence pattern
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Which of the following is an example of a purpose/thesis for an informative speech?
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Today I will ask you to remember three steps you can take to avoid identity theft.
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Which of the following is more of a long-range goal than an immediate purpose?
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The audience should read Gore's book on the environment to increase their knowledge.
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Dropping the "g" on words like "goin'," "comin'," and "leavin'" is an example of which vocal aspect of delivery?
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articulation
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In reducing communication apprehension, which approach trains you to associate public speaking with positive thoughts?
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relaxation
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When using gestures in a presentation, you should
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make your gestures big and broad
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Which of the following topics would be most appropriate for an informative speech?
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how to perform emergency first aid
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Which of the following phrases does NOT fit with the immediate behavioral purposes of an informative speech?
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change attitudes, beliefs, and values
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Audiences tend to remember and comprehend ________ better than ________.
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generalizations and main points; details and specific facts
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Which of the following statements about deductive arguments is FALSE?
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Deductive arguments require an inference
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Nadine was giving a speech at the main intersection of campus, trying to get students to vote for her candidate for state senate. Her speech was very passionate and emotional. What type of arguments might she have been using?
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pathos
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Which of the following statements about inductive arguments is FALSE?
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Inductive arguments include a major and minor premise.