Question 1

Mark Twain said, "The right word might be effective, but no word was ever as effective as a rightly timed _______________ ."

Accepted Answer

The answer of Mark Twain said, "The right word might...

Question 2

In addition to practicing in front ofamily and friends, online speakers need to practice their speech with their computer and software.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Speaking from a manuscript allows for greater spontaneity and directness than does speaking extemporaneously.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Iyou say the "s" in Illinois or the "p" in pneumonia, you are making a mistake in articulation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

According to your textbook, the best rate ospeech depends on the

Accepted Answer

A)  vocal attributes of the speaker. 
B)  mood the speaker is trying to create. 
C)  composition of the audience. 
D)  all of the above. 
E)  a and b only. 
A)  vocal attributes of the speaker. 
B)  mood the speaker is trying to create. 
C)  composition of the audience. 
D)  all of the above. 
E)  a and b only.

Question 6

__________ is the study obody motions as a form ocommunication.

Accepted Answer

A)  Kinesics 
B)  Gesturals 
C)  Physiography 
D)  Anatomics 
E)  Mimetics 
A)  Kinesics 
B)  Gesturals 
C)  Physiography 
D)  Anatomics 
E)  Mimetics

Question 7

Good speech delivery

Accepted Answer

A)  has a conversational quality. 
B)  does not call attention to itself. 
C)  requires a strong voice. 
D)  all of the above. 
E)  a and b only. 
A)  has a conversational quality. 
B)  does not call attention to itself. 
C)  requires a strong voice. 
D)  all of the above. 
E)  a and b only.

Question 8

Using signposts such as "First, . . . ; second, . . ." etc., is a good way to appear organized and confident when giving an impromptu speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

A speech delivered with little or no immediate preparation is called an) _______________ speech.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A speech delivered with little or no...

Question 10

The "conversational quality" oextemporaneous speaking means that a speech has been well rehearsed yet sounds spontaneous to the audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

Ivory will be giving a presentation for her company to a group opotential clients visiting from Germany, and she is deciding what to wear. According to your textbook, which othe following statements about the role opersonal appearance in speechmaking should she keep in mind when making her decision?

Accepted Answer

A)  A speaker's personal appearance should be in keeping with the occasion of the speech. 
B)  Research has shown that bright-colored clothing has a more favorable impact on listeners. 
C)  In most cases, listeners' attitudes are not influenced by the way a speaker is dressed. 
D)  all of the above 
E)  a and b only 
A)  A speaker's personal appearance should be in keeping with the occasion of the speech. 
B)  Research has shown that bright-colored clothing has a more favorable impact on listeners. 
C)  In most cases, listeners' attitudes are not influenced by the way a speaker is dressed. 
D)  all of the above 
E)  a and b only

Question 12

When you get to the lectern at the start oa speech, you should

Accepted Answer

A)  take time to arrange your notes how you want them. 
B)  create a bond with the audience by acknowledging your nervousness. 
C)  stand quietly and wait to make sure everyone is paying attention. 
D)  all of the above. 
E)  a and c only. 
A)  take time to arrange your notes how you want them. 
B)  create a bond with the audience by acknowledging your nervousness. 
C)  stand quietly and wait to make sure everyone is paying attention. 
D)  all of the above. 
E)  a and c only.

Question 13

_______________ refers to the speed at which a person speaks.

Accepted Answer

The answer of _______________ refers to the speed at which...

Question 14

Because they send such revealing nonverbal messages, we think othe ____________ as "the windows othe soul."

Accepted Answer

The answer of Because they send such revealing nonverbal messages,...

Question 15

Handling the question-and-answer session well can enhance a speaker's credibility and strengthen the impact ohis or her speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

No two people have exactly the same vocal characteristics.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

What does your textbook say about speech dialects?

Accepted Answer

A)  Most languages have dialects. 
B)  Dialects are usually based on regional or ethnic speech patterns. 
C)  No dialect is inherently better or worse than another dialect. 
D)  all of the above 
E)  a and b only 
A)  Most languages have dialects. 
B)  Dialects are usually based on regional or ethnic speech patterns. 
C)  No dialect is inherently better or worse than another dialect. 
D)  all of the above 
E)  a and b only

Question 18

When speaking impromptu, you should do your best to look calm and confident no matter how nervous you may be feeling.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Diego needs to make an impromptu response to another speaker at a stafmeeting. Your textbook recommends that he should do all othe following except

Accepted Answer

A)  state the point he is answering. 
B)  state the point he wishes to make. 
C)  maintain eye contact with the audience. 
D)  tell the audience how nervous he is about impromptu speaking. 
E)  use signposts to help the audience keep track of his ideas. 
A)  state the point he is answering. 
B)  state the point he wishes to make. 
C)  maintain eye contact with the audience. 
D)  tell the audience how nervous he is about impromptu speaking. 
E)  use signposts to help the audience keep track of his ideas.

Question 20

Over the years linguists have concluded that no dialect is inherently better or worse than another dialect.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Mark Twain said, "The right word might be effective, but no word was ever as effective as a rightly timed _______________ ."

In addition to practicing in front ofamily and friends, online speakers need to practice their speech with their computer and software.

Speaking from a manuscript allows for greater spontaneity and directness than does speaking extemporaneously.

Iyou say the "s" in Illinois or the "p" in pneumonia, you are making a mistake in articulation.

According to your textbook, the best rate ospeech depends on the

__________ is the study obody motions as a form ocommunication.

Good speech delivery

Using signposts such as "First, . . . ; second, . . ." etc., is a good way to appear organized and confident when giving an impromptu speech.

A speech delivered with little or no immediate preparation is called an) _______________ speech.

The "conversational quality" oextemporaneous speaking means that a speech has been well rehearsed yet sounds spontaneous to the audience.

Ivory will be giving a presentation for her company to a group opotential clients visiting from Germany, and she is deciding what to wear. According to your textbook, which othe following statements about the role opersonal appearance in speechmaking should she keep in mind when making her decision?

When you get to the lectern at the start oa speech, you should

_______________ refers to the speed at which a person speaks.

Because they send such revealing nonverbal messages, we think othe ____________ as "the windows othe soul."

Handling the question-and-answer session well can enhance a speaker's credibility and strengthen the impact ohis or her speech.

No two people have exactly the same vocal characteristics.

What does your textbook say about speech dialects?

When speaking impromptu, you should do your best to look calm and confident no matter how nervous you may be feeling.

Diego needs to make an impromptu response to another speaker at a stafmeeting. Your textbook recommends that he should do all othe following except

Over the years linguists have concluded that no dialect is inherently better or worse than another dialect.

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Exam 13: Delivery

Mark Twain said, "The right word might be effective, but no word was ever as effective as a rightly timed _______________ ."

In addition to practicing in front ofamily and friends, online speakers need to practice their speech with their computer and software.

Speaking from a manuscript allows for greater spontaneity and directness than does speaking extemporaneously.

Iyou say the "s" in Illinois or the "p" in pneumonia, you are making a mistake in articulation.

According to your textbook, the best rate ospeech depends on the

__________ is the study obody motions as a form ocommunication.

Good speech delivery

Using signposts such as "First, . . . ; second, . . ." etc., is a good way to appear organized and confident when giving an impromptu speech.

A speech delivered with little or no immediate preparation is called an) _______________ speech.

The "conversational quality" oextemporaneous speaking means that a speech has been well rehearsed yet sounds spontaneous to the audience.

When you get to the lectern at the start oa speech, you should

_______________ refers to the speed at which a person speaks.

Because they send such revealing nonverbal messages, we think othe ____________ as "the windows othe soul."

Handling the question-and-answer session well can enhance a speaker's credibility and strengthen the impact ohis or her speech.

No two people have exactly the same vocal characteristics.

What does your textbook say about speech dialects?

When speaking impromptu, you should do your best to look calm and confident no matter how nervous you may be feeling.

Diego needs to make an impromptu response to another speaker at a stafmeeting. Your textbook recommends that he should do all othe following except

Over the years linguists have concluded that no dialect is inherently better or worse than another dialect.

Speaking in Public

Ethics and Public Speaking

Listening

Giving Your First Speech

Selecting a Topic and a Purpose

Analyzing the Audience

Gathering Materials

Supporting Your Ideas

Organizing the Body Othe Speech

Beginning and Ending the Speech

Outlining the Speech

Using Language

Using Visual Aids

Speaking to Inform

Speaking to Persuade

Methods Opersuasion

Speaking on Special Occasions

Speaking in Small Groups

Public Speaking and Communication Skills

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