Question 1

Division as a criterion for an effective speech outline means that

Accepted Answer

A)  main points are divided into no fewer than two subpoints 
B)  a primary subpoint can be divided into one or more secondary subpoints 
C)  a main point should be divided into one or more subpoints 
D)  a secondary subpoint should be divided into one or more tertiary subpoints 
A)  main points are divided into no fewer than two subpoints 
B)  a primary subpoint can be divided into one or more secondary subpoints 
C)  a main point should be divided into one or more subpoints 
D)  a secondary subpoint should be divided into one or more tertiary subpoints A

Question 2

The Monroe's Motivated Sequence organizational pattern is essentially a problem-solution pattern with added steps.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 3

Competent outlining of a speech includes which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Coherence 
B)  Balance 
C)  Completeness 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Coherence 
B)  Balance 
C)  Completeness 
D)  All of the above D

Question 4

The Monroe's Motivated Sequence organizational pattern is used primarily for informative speeches.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Monroe's Motivated Sequence is an organizational pattern that has three steps: identify the problem, explain the causes, and provide a solution.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

If you cannot divide a point into at least two subpoints, then do not divide it into a single subpoint.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Coherence in an outline means that

Accepted Answer

A)  you are using standard outlining symbols 
B)  main points flow directly from the purpose statement 
C)  main points are divided into at least three subpoints 
D)  all main points are equally complex and detailed 
A)  you are using standard outlining symbols 
B)  main points flow directly from the purpose statement 
C)  main points are divided into at least three subpoints 
D)  all main points are equally complex and detailed

Question 8

In a coherent outline, subpoints must come before main points.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Which of the following is a difference between a preparation outline and a presentation outline?

Accepted Answer

A)  A presentation outline is less prepared in advance 
B)  A presentation outline is composed of more complicated language and full sentences 
C)  A presentation outline includes more detail 
D)  None of the above 
A)  A presentation outline is less prepared in advance 
B)  A presentation outline is composed of more complicated language and full sentences 
C)  A presentation outline includes more detail 
D)  None of the above

Question 10

An internal summary occurs during the conclusion to a speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The quality of your speech organization directly influences how well your listeners understand your key points.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Balance as a criterion for an effective speech outline means that

Accepted Answer

A)  all main points must have exactly equal complexity and detail 
B)  all main points receive relatively equal but not exactly the same treatment 
C)  some main points should be given much greater treatment than others 
D)  all main points should have the same number of supporting materials 
A)  all main points must have exactly equal complexity and detail 
B)  all main points receive relatively equal but not exactly the same treatment 
C)  some main points should be given much greater treatment than others 
D)  all main points should have the same number of supporting materials

Question 13

Transitions are internal previews within your speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

The narrative pattern of speech organization consists of a story with a plot, characters, settings, and a theme.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

The comparative advantages pattern of organization establishes that the merits of two proposals for solving a problem are roughly equal.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

According to the Monroe Motivated Sequence organizational pattern,

Accepted Answer

A)  the need step comes before the satisfaction step 
B)  the action step comes before the visualization step 
C)  there are five sequential steps starting with attention and ending with the action step 
D)  a solution is provided before the need is fully developed 
A)  the need step comes before the satisfaction step 
B)  the action step comes before the visualization step 
C)  there are five sequential steps starting with attention and ending with the action step 
D)  a solution is provided before the need is fully developed

Question 17

Your outline should be comprised of a series of bullet points.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

When you are trying to explain why an event occurred, typically you would use which of the following organizational patterns?

Accepted Answer

A)  topical pattern 
B)  spatial pattern 
C)  causal pattern 
D)  problem-solution pattern 
A)  topical pattern 
B)  spatial pattern 
C)  causal pattern 
D)  problem-solution pattern

Division as a criterion for an effective speech outline means that

The Monroe's Motivated Sequence organizational pattern is essentially a problem-solution pattern with added steps.

Competent outlining of a speech includes which of the following?

The Monroe's Motivated Sequence organizational pattern is used primarily for informative speeches.

Monroe's Motivated Sequence is an organizational pattern that has three steps: identify the problem, explain the causes, and provide a solution.

If you cannot divide a point into at least two subpoints, then do not divide it into a single subpoint.

Coherence in an outline means that

In a coherent outline, subpoints must come before main points.

Which of the following is a difference between a preparation outline and a presentation outline?

An internal summary occurs during the conclusion to a speech.

The quality of your speech organization directly influences how well your listeners understand your key points.

Balance as a criterion for an effective speech outline means that

Transitions are internal previews within your speech.

The narrative pattern of speech organization consists of a story with a plot, characters, settings, and a theme.

The comparative advantages pattern of organization establishes that the merits of two proposals for solving a problem are roughly equal.

According to the Monroe Motivated Sequence organizational pattern,

Your outline should be comprised of a series of bullet points.

When you are trying to explain why an event occurred, typically you would use which of the following organizational patterns?

Communication Competence and Public Speaking

Speech Anxiety

Audience Analysis and Topic Selection

Gathering Material

Using Supporting Materials Effectively

Attention: Getting People to Listen

Introductions and Conclusions

Speaking Style: Using Language

Delivering Your Speech

Visual Aids

Skepticism: Becoming Critical Thinking Speakers and Listeners

Argument, Reasoning, and Evidence

Informative Speaking

Foundations of Persuasive Speaking

Persuasive Speaking Strategies

Speeches for Special Occasions

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Exam 8: Outlining and Organizing Speeches

Division as a criterion for an effective speech outline means that

The Monroe's Motivated Sequence organizational pattern is essentially a problem-solution pattern with added steps.

Competent outlining of a speech includes which of the following?

The Monroe's Motivated Sequence organizational pattern is used primarily for informative speeches.

Monroe's Motivated Sequence is an organizational pattern that has three steps: identify the problem, explain the causes, and provide a solution.

If you cannot divide a point into at least two subpoints, then do not divide it into a single subpoint.

Coherence in an outline means that

In a coherent outline, subpoints must come before main points.

Which of the following is a difference between a preparation outline and a presentation outline?

An internal summary occurs during the conclusion to a speech.

The quality of your speech organization directly influences how well your listeners understand your key points.

Balance as a criterion for an effective speech outline means that

Transitions are internal previews within your speech.

The narrative pattern of speech organization consists of a story with a plot, characters, settings, and a theme.

The comparative advantages pattern of organization establishes that the merits of two proposals for solving a problem are roughly equal.

According to the Monroe Motivated Sequence organizational pattern,

Your outline should be comprised of a series of bullet points.

When you are trying to explain why an event occurred, typically you would use which of the following organizational patterns?

Communication Competence and Public Speaking

Speech Anxiety

Audience Analysis and Topic Selection

Gathering Material

Using Supporting Materials Effectively

Attention: Getting People to Listen

Introductions and Conclusions

Speaking Style: Using Language

Delivering Your Speech

Visual Aids

Skepticism: Becoming Critical Thinking Speakers and Listeners

Argument, Reasoning, and Evidence

Informative Speaking

Foundations of Persuasive Speaking

Persuasive Speaking Strategies

Speeches for Special Occasions

Filters