Question 1

When using a position statement of value,which organizational pattern should you choose?

Accepted Answer

A) criteria satisfaction 
B) causal 
C) comparative advantages 
D) any of these. 
A) criteria satisfaction 
B) causal 
C) comparative advantages 
D) any of these. A

Question 2

Persuasion is

Accepted Answer

A) a method of tricking the audience. 
B) using manipulation 
C) being ambiguous. 
D) about influence,not coercion. 
A) a method of tricking the audience. 
B) using manipulation 
C) being ambiguous. 
D) about influence,not coercion. D

Question 3

Define the terms statement of fact,a statement of value,and a statement of policy.Provide an example not mentioned in the book for each kind of statement.

Accepted Answer

A statement of fact is a statement that can be proven to be true or false based on evidence. For example, "The Earth revolves around the sun" is a statement of fact because it can be proven through scientific evidence.

A statement of value is a statement that expresses a personal belief or opinion about something. For example, "Chocolate ice cream is the best flavor" is a statement of value because it reflects a personal preference rather than an objective fact.

A statement of policy is a statement that proposes a course of action or a solution to a problem. For example, "The government should invest more in renewable energy sources" is a statement of policy because it suggests a specific action to address a societal issue.

Question 4

A speech to intensify social cohesion is for people who need to recommit to an action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

What kind of topic has at least two views?

Accepted Answer

A) a topic that fits your assignment 
B) a controversial topic 
C) a topic about which you feel strongly 
D) a topic you already know a lot about 
A) a topic that fits your assignment 
B) a controversial topic 
C) a topic about which you feel strongly 
D) a topic you already know a lot about

Question 6

A(n)________________ statement is similar to the exact purpose of an informational speech.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A(n)________________ statement is similar to the exact...

Question 7

A speech to _________ seeks intellectual agreement from the listeners.

Accepted Answer

A) inform 
B) demonstrate 
C) actuate 
D) convince 
A) inform 
B) demonstrate 
C) actuate 
D) convince

Question 8

Persuasive speakers who use pathos effectively should plan for their audience to be very upset,even teary eyed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

When you provide a "brief look" at an opposing argument to try to make your audience immune to that counter argument,you are acting according to what theory?

Accepted Answer

A) safest course 
B) inoculation 
C) problem-solution 
D) persuasive speaking 
A) safest course 
B) inoculation 
C) problem-solution 
D) persuasive speaking

Question 10

A single word is not enough for a position statement because it does not specify the speaker's position.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A speech to _________ asks for intellectual agreement and action of some sort.

Accepted Answer

A) inform 
B) demonstrate 
C) actuate 
D) convince 
A) inform 
B) demonstrate 
C) actuate 
D) convince

Question 12

An ad hominem fallacy attempts to divert attention from a weak argument by attacking a person.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Logical proof that helps you support your arguments is called

Accepted Answer

A) ethos. 
B) pathos. 
C) kairos. 
D) logos. 
A) ethos. 
B) pathos. 
C) kairos. 
D) logos.

Question 14

In a speech to actuate,you might want to give the audience more than one request for action.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

Persuasion is simply offering information and letting the audience make up their own minds.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

A statement of fact indicates

Accepted Answer

A) the speaker will present arguments and evidence to persuade listeners that an idea,object,or person is not good. 
B) the speaker will use both facts and value judgments to recommend a certain policy or situation. 
C) the speaker will present evidence to persuade the listeners that a debatable point is or is not true. 
D) the speaker will offer evidence in support of a judgment. 
A) the speaker will present arguments and evidence to persuade listeners that an idea,object,or person is not good. 
B) the speaker will use both facts and value judgments to recommend a certain policy or situation. 
C) the speaker will present evidence to persuade the listeners that a debatable point is or is not true. 
D) the speaker will offer evidence in support of a judgment.

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT a specific objective of a speech to intensify social cohesion?

Accepted Answer

A) Seek a higher level of enthusiasm from the audience. 
B) Seek a higher level of motivation from the audience. 
C) Persuade through vivid emotional appeals. 
D) Prevent the audience from doing something. 
A) Seek a higher level of enthusiasm from the audience. 
B) Seek a higher level of motivation from the audience. 
C) Persuade through vivid emotional appeals. 
D) Prevent the audience from doing something.

Question 18

Gillian gave a presentation on the number of children in her state that had no health insurance.She presented three simple steps that could alleviate the problem that would benefit the children,their parents and society.Gillian didn't ask the audience to write to their representative and she didn't ask them to make a phone call or donate money.She wanted the audience to know that uninsured children present a problem that was solvable.What type of speech did Gillian give?

Accepted Answer

A) a speech to actuate 
B) a speech to convince 
C) a speech to inform 
D) a speech to demonstrate 
A) a speech to actuate 
B) a speech to convince 
C) a speech to inform 
D) a speech to demonstrate

Question 19

________________ is communication that is intended to influence choice.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ________________ is communication that is intended to...

Question 20

The ________________ justifies the evidence and shows how it supports the claim.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________________ justifies the evidence and shows...

When using a position statement of value,which organizational pattern should you choose?

Persuasion is

Define the terms statement of fact,a statement of value,and a statement of policy.Provide an example not mentioned in the book for each kind of statement.

A speech to intensify social cohesion is for people who need to recommit to an action.

What kind of topic has at least two views?

A(n)________________ statement is similar to the exact purpose of an informational speech.

A speech to _________ seeks intellectual agreement from the listeners.

Persuasive speakers who use pathos effectively should plan for their audience to be very upset,even teary eyed.

When you provide a "brief look" at an opposing argument to try to make your audience immune to that counter argument,you are acting according to what theory?

A single word is not enough for a position statement because it does not specify the speaker's position.

A speech to _________ asks for intellectual agreement and action of some sort.

An ad hominem fallacy attempts to divert attention from a weak argument by attacking a person.

Logical proof that helps you support your arguments is called

In a speech to actuate,you might want to give the audience more than one request for action.

Persuasion is simply offering information and letting the audience make up their own minds.

A statement of fact indicates

Which of the following is NOT a specific objective of a speech to intensify social cohesion?

________________ is communication that is intended to influence choice.

The ________________ justifies the evidence and shows how it supports the claim.

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Exam 10: Persuasive Speaking

When using a position statement of value,which organizational pattern should you choose?

Persuasion is

Define the terms statement of fact,a statement of value,and a statement of policy.Provide an example not mentioned in the book for each kind of statement.

A speech to intensify social cohesion is for people who need to recommit to an action.

What kind of topic has at least two views?

A(n)________________ statement is similar to the exact purpose of an informational speech.

A speech to _________ seeks intellectual agreement from the listeners.

Persuasive speakers who use pathos effectively should plan for their audience to be very upset,even teary eyed.

When you provide a "brief look" at an opposing argument to try to make your audience immune to that counter argument,you are acting according to what theory?

A single word is not enough for a position statement because it does not specify the speaker's position.

A speech to _________ asks for intellectual agreement and action of some sort.

An ad hominem fallacy attempts to divert attention from a weak argument by attacking a person.

Logical proof that helps you support your arguments is called

In a speech to actuate,you might want to give the audience more than one request for action.

Persuasion is simply offering information and letting the audience make up their own minds.

A statement of fact indicates

Which of the following is NOT a specific objective of a speech to intensify social cohesion?

________________ is communication that is intended to influence choice.

The ________________ justifies the evidence and shows how it supports the claim.

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

Researching, Organizing, and Outlining Your Topic

Interesting Verbal and Visual Supporting Materials

Effective Delivery

Informative Speaking

Special Occasion Speaking

Group Speaking

Filters