Question 1

Which of the following is true of effective stories?

Accepted Answer

A)  They cannot pass on understandings and dreams. 
B)  They are often a bit dry. 
C)  They don't usually bridge barriers. 
D)  They can bring people psychologically closer. 
A)  They cannot pass on understandings and dreams. 
B)  They are often a bit dry. 
C)  They don't usually bridge barriers. 
D)  They can bring people psychologically closer.

Question 2

According to ______ theory, when we compare two unlike things in a figure of speech, the comparison influences us on an unconscious level.

Accepted Answer

A)  framing 
B)  uncertainty reduction 
C)  social identity 
D)  agenda setting 
A)  framing 
B)  uncertainty reduction 
C)  social identity 
D)  agenda setting

Question 3

What is storytelling?

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include: Storytell

Question 4

______ stories capture and communicate a compelling and specific description of what things will look and feel like when the future is achieved.

Accepted Answer

The answer of ______ stories capture and communicate a compelling...

Question 5

The more you ______ an idea, the more receivers remember it.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The more you ______ an idea, the...

Question 6

The less you repeat an idea, the more receivers remember it.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

According to executive coaches Richard Maxell and Robert Dickman, a story is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  a work of fiction 
B)  wrapped in logic 
C)  compelling us to take an action 
D)  not transformative 
A)  a work of fiction 
B)  wrapped in logic 
C)  compelling us to take an action 
D)  not transformative

Question 8

Which of the following is a story-teller's task?

Accepted Answer

A)  to persuade others of a vision 
B)  to instill a vision 
C)  to avoid describing a vision 
D)  to give vague description 
A)  to persuade others of a vision 
B)  to instill a vision 
C)  to avoid describing a vision 
D)  to give vague description

Question 9

You can harness visionary language by using ______.

Accepted Answer

The answer of You can harness visionary language by using...

Question 10

Compare "I" and "we" language.

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include: "I" langu

Question 11

What is framing theory?

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include: According

Question 12

How can you be an effective storyteller?

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include: You need

Question 13

Language should function as a ______ enhancer.

Accepted Answer

A)  credibility 
B)  persuasion 
C)  honesty 
D)  openness 
A)  credibility 
B)  persuasion 
C)  honesty 
D)  openness

Question 14

To be effective and enhance your ability to inspire, heighten your sensitivity to language by choosing words that achieve which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  forcing a narrative 
B)  steering others toward your goal 
C)  convincing others of your points 
D)  strengthening a negative image among audience members 
A)  forcing a narrative 
B)  steering others toward your goal 
C)  convincing others of your points 
D)  strengthening a negative image among audience members

Question 15

What is a narrative?

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include: A narrati

Question 16

A good story creates an awakening in the hero and audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

What are clichés and why should you avoid them?

Accepted Answer

Answer will typically include: You would

Question 18

A speechmaking goal may be to reframe your own experiences.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

The more personal and authentic your stories, the harder it becomes for others to identify with and latch onto their themes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

The stories we tell help determine our success.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 21: Storytelling

Which of the following is true of effective stories?

According to ______ theory, when we compare two unlike things in a figure of speech, the comparison influences us on an unconscious level.

What is storytelling?

______ stories capture and communicate a compelling and specific description of what things will look and feel like when the future is achieved.

The more you ______ an idea, the more receivers remember it.

The less you repeat an idea, the more receivers remember it.

According to executive coaches Richard Maxell and Robert Dickman, a story is which of the following?

Which of the following is a story-teller's task?

You can harness visionary language by using ______.

Compare "I" and "we" language.

What is framing theory?

How can you be an effective storyteller?

Language should function as a ______ enhancer.

To be effective and enhance your ability to inspire, heighten your sensitivity to language by choosing words that achieve which of the following?

What is a narrative?

A good story creates an awakening in the hero and audience.

What are clichés and why should you avoid them?

A speechmaking goal may be to reframe your own experiences.

The more personal and authentic your stories, the harder it becomes for others to identify with and latch onto their themes.

The stories we tell help determine our success.

Building Confidence and Your First Speech

Public Speaking in a Global World: Inclusion, Ethics, and Critical Thinking

Listening Critically

Analyzing and Adapting to the Audience

Selecting a Topic and Purpose

Finding and Evaluating Research

Integrating Support

Organizing the Main Points of Your Speech

Outlining Your Speech

Beginning and Ending Your Speech

Wording the Speech

Delivery Modes and Practice

Delivering Your Speech: Nonverbal Messages Matter

Using Presentation Aids

Speak to Inform

Prepare to Persuade

Methods of Persuasion

Planning and Presenting in Small Groups

Special Occasion Speeches

Business and Professional Speaking

Speaking Across College Courses

Presenting Online

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