Question 1

When you plan a speech,it is best to write the introduction and conclusion before the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 2

A signpost is a type of transition that clearly indicates where the speaker is going next.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Demonstrations are rarely effective at getting the attention of your audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

A good speech can fail because your introduction is not very good.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When you arrange points in a step-by-step order by dates,you are using

Accepted Answer

A) the topical pattern 
B) the causal pattern 
C) the spatial pattern 
D) the chronological pattern 
A) the topical pattern 
B) the causal pattern 
C) the spatial pattern 
D) the chronological pattern

Question 6

Discuss the major parts of an introduction.Briefly explain why each is necessary.

Accepted Answer

The major parts of an introduction typic

Question 7

A speaker's main points are
I.eating disorders
II.social preoccupation with appearance
The speaker is using which organizational patter?

Accepted Answer

A) topical 
B) chronological 
C) spatial 
D) causal 
A) topical 
B) chronological 
C) spatial 
D) causal

Question 8

A speaker's main points are
I.clipping a poodle's head
II.clipping a poodle's midsection
III.clipping a poodle's legs
IV.clipping a poodle's tail
The speaker is using which organizational pattern?

Accepted Answer

A) topical 
B) chronological 
C) spatial 
D) causal 
A) topical 
B) chronological 
C) spatial 
D) causal

Question 9

Marchesa told the class that her topic will help each of them save $10 a month at the campus laundromat.Which of the following functions of organization is she fulfilling?

Accepted Answer

A) capturing their attention 
B) motivating them to listen 
C) establishing her credibility 
D) presenting her thesis statement 
A) capturing their attention 
B) motivating them to listen 
C) establishing her credibility 
D) presenting her thesis statement

Question 10

Humor is always an excellent way to begin a speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The speaker's main points are
I.Capital punishment is not a deterrent to crime.
II.Capital punishment is more costly than life imprisonment.
III.Capital punishment is ethically and morally unjustifiable.
The speaker is using which organizational pattern?

Accepted Answer

A) causal 
B) problem solution 
C) criteria satisfaction 
D) claim 
A) causal 
B) problem solution 
C) criteria satisfaction 
D) claim

Question 12

The body of your speech should take approximately _________________ of your total speaking time.

Accepted Answer

A) 50-60% 
B) 25-40% 
C) 70-80% 
D) 90% 
A) 50-60% 
B) 25-40% 
C) 70-80% 
D) 90%

Question 13

List the four types of organizational patterns most commonly used in informative speeches.Show how you might use each pattern if your general topic was "Succeeding in College."

Accepted Answer

The four types of organizational pattern

Question 14

An effective conclusion should use no more than ________________ of the total speaking time.

Accepted Answer

A) 10-15% 
B) 15-20% 
C) 30-45 seconds 
D) 1-1 1/2 minutes 
A) 10-15% 
B) 15-20% 
C) 30-45 seconds 
D) 1-1 1/2 minutes

Question 15

All of the following are suggested by the text as ways to help you establish your credibility EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) mentioning your personal experience with the topic. 
B) pointing out why the topic is important to your audience. 
C) sharing information about why this topic interests you. 
D) mentioning the expert sources you have consulted. 
A) mentioning your personal experience with the topic. 
B) pointing out why the topic is important to your audience. 
C) sharing information about why this topic interests you. 
D) mentioning the expert sources you have consulted.

Question 16

All of the following are advantages of using organizational patterns EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) organized information is easier for listeners to comprehend. 
B) organized information allows listeners to catch the message without paying close attention. 
C) organized information gives the speaker confidence. 
D) organized information is easier for speakers to remember. 
A) organized information is easier for listeners to comprehend. 
B) organized information allows listeners to catch the message without paying close attention. 
C) organized information gives the speaker confidence. 
D) organized information is easier for speakers to remember.

Question 17

Referring to a specific event in the speech introduction is essential in this kind of speech.

Accepted Answer

A) informative 
B) persuasive 
C) policy 
D) special occasion 
A) informative 
B) persuasive 
C) policy 
D) special occasion

Question 18

You should save your thesis statement for your first main point.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

For a detailed narrative to be effective,the speaker should

Accepted Answer

A) give enough vivid detail so listeners can picture the event. 
B) not use personal information that would distract the audience. 
C) read the narrative. 
D) avoid using humor in the narrative so the audience can focus on the details of the event. 
A) give enough vivid detail so listeners can picture the event. 
B) not use personal information that would distract the audience. 
C) read the narrative. 
D) avoid using humor in the narrative so the audience can focus on the details of the event.

Question 20

When arranging a speech in the topical pattern

Accepted Answer

A) the most important point should be first. 
B) the most important point should be in the middle. 
C) the most important point should be last 
D) none of these. 
A) the most important point should be first. 
B) the most important point should be in the middle. 
C) the most important point should be last 
D) none of these.

When you plan a speech,it is best to write the introduction and conclusion before the body.

A signpost is a type of transition that clearly indicates where the speaker is going next.

Demonstrations are rarely effective at getting the attention of your audience.

A good speech can fail because your introduction is not very good.

When you arrange points in a step-by-step order by dates,you are using

Discuss the major parts of an introduction.Briefly explain why each is necessary.

A speaker's main points are I.eating disorders II.social preoccupation with appearance The speaker is using which organizational patter?

A speaker's main points are I.clipping a poodle's head II.clipping a poodle's midsection III.clipping a poodle's legs IV.clipping a poodle's tail The speaker is using which organizational pattern?

Marchesa told the class that her topic will help each of them save $10 a month at the campus laundromat.Which of the following functions of organization is she fulfilling?

Humor is always an excellent way to begin a speech.

The speaker's main points are I.Capital punishment is not a deterrent to crime. II.Capital punishment is more costly than life imprisonment. III.Capital punishment is ethically and morally unjustifiable. The speaker is using which organizational pattern?

The body of your speech should take approximately _________________ of your total speaking time.

List the four types of organizational patterns most commonly used in informative speeches.Show how you might use each pattern if your general topic was "Succeeding in College."

An effective conclusion should use no more than ________________ of the total speaking time.

All of the following are suggested by the text as ways to help you establish your credibility EXCEPT

All of the following are advantages of using organizational patterns EXCEPT

Referring to a specific event in the speech introduction is essential in this kind of speech.

You should save your thesis statement for your first main point.

For a detailed narrative to be effective,the speaker should

When arranging a speech in the topical pattern

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Exam 6: Researching, Organizing, and Outlining Your Topic

When you plan a speech,it is best to write the introduction and conclusion before the body.

A signpost is a type of transition that clearly indicates where the speaker is going next.

Demonstrations are rarely effective at getting the attention of your audience.

A good speech can fail because your introduction is not very good.

When you arrange points in a step-by-step order by dates,you are using

Discuss the major parts of an introduction.Briefly explain why each is necessary.

A speaker's main points are I.eating disorders II.social preoccupation with appearance The speaker is using which organizational patter?

A speaker's main points are I.clipping a poodle's head II.clipping a poodle's midsection III.clipping a poodle's legs IV.clipping a poodle's tail The speaker is using which organizational pattern?

Marchesa told the class that her topic will help each of them save $10 a month at the campus laundromat.Which of the following functions of organization is she fulfilling?

Humor is always an excellent way to begin a speech.

The speaker's main points are I.Capital punishment is not a deterrent to crime. II.Capital punishment is more costly than life imprisonment. III.Capital punishment is ethically and morally unjustifiable. The speaker is using which organizational pattern?

The body of your speech should take approximately _________________ of your total speaking time.

List the four types of organizational patterns most commonly used in informative speeches.Show how you might use each pattern if your general topic was "Succeeding in College."

An effective conclusion should use no more than ________________ of the total speaking time.

All of the following are suggested by the text as ways to help you establish your credibility EXCEPT

All of the following are advantages of using organizational patterns EXCEPT

Referring to a specific event in the speech introduction is essential in this kind of speech.

You should save your thesis statement for your first main point.

For a detailed narrative to be effective,the speaker should

When arranging a speech in the topical pattern

Public Speaking: Let's Get Started Now

Building Speaker Confidence

Listening: What Speakers and Listeners Should Know

Public Speaking: Making Ethics and Technology Work for You

Analyzing Your Audience and Selecting a Really Great Topic

Interesting Verbal and Visual Supporting Materials

Effective Delivery

Informative Speaking

Persuasive Speaking

Special Occasion Speaking

Group Speaking

Filters