Question 1

"To inform, describe, explain, demonstrate, persuade, eulogize, or memorialize" are all examples of specific purpose statements.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Always begin the introduction to your speech with a clever joke.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Establishing your credibility is a requirement for any kind of speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following is a difference between a rhetorical question and a direct question?

Accepted Answer

A)  A rhetorical question asks the audience to respond out loud to the question but a direct question requires no overt response. 
B)  A rhetorical question asks an audience to answer mentally but not out loud, but a direct question seeks an overt audience response 
C)  A rhetorical question is an effective attention strategy during an introduction, but a direct question only works well for the conclusion to a speech 
D)  A rhetorical question requires no overt response, but a direct question requires the audience members to think about the answer to themselves 
A)  A rhetorical question asks the audience to respond out loud to the question but a direct question requires no overt response. 
B)  A rhetorical question asks an audience to answer mentally but not out loud, but a direct question seeks an overt audience response 
C)  A rhetorical question is an effective attention strategy during an introduction, but a direct question only works well for the conclusion to a speech 
D)  A rhetorical question requires no overt response, but a direct question requires the audience members to think about the answer to themselves

Question 5

In the conclusion of your speech you should

Accepted Answer

A)  apologize if you run short on time 
B)  re-explain all of your main points for maximum effect 
C)  end abruptly for startling effect 
D)  none of the above 
A)  apologize if you run short on time 
B)  re-explain all of your main points for maximum effect 
C)  end abruptly for startling effect 
D)  none of the above

Question 6

A specific purpose statement

Accepted Answer

A)  is an infinitive phrase that identifies the overall goal of your speech 
B)  is a rhetorical question that gains audience attention 
C)  is a concise, precise infinitive phrase composed of simple, clear language that encompasses the general purpose and what the speaker hopes to accomplish 
D)  identifies the main points of a speech 
A)  is an infinitive phrase that identifies the overall goal of your speech 
B)  is a rhetorical question that gains audience attention 
C)  is a concise, precise infinitive phrase composed of simple, clear language that encompasses the general purpose and what the speaker hopes to accomplish 
D)  identifies the main points of a speech

Question 7

The central idea of a speech identifies the main concept, point, issue, or conclusion that you want the audience to understand, believe, feel, or do.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Requirements for a competent introduction include which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Make a specific purpose statement 
B)  Gain Attention 
C)  Establish the significance of your topic for your audience 
D)  All of the above 
A)  Make a specific purpose statement 
B)  Gain Attention 
C)  Establish the significance of your topic for your audience 
D)  All of the above

Question 9

When you run way overtime, you should make an elaborate apology to your audience in your conclusion.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

"To inform, describe, explain, demonstrate, persuade, eulogize, or memorialize" are all examples of specific purpose statements.

Always begin the introduction to your speech with a clever joke.

Establishing your credibility is a requirement for any kind of speech.

Which of the following is a difference between a rhetorical question and a direct question?

In the conclusion of your speech you should

A specific purpose statement

The central idea of a speech identifies the main concept, point, issue, or conclusion that you want the audience to understand, believe, feel, or do.

Requirements for a competent introduction include which of the following?

When you run way overtime, you should make an elaborate apology to your audience in your conclusion.

Communication Competence and Public Speaking

Speech Anxiety

Audience Analysis and Topic Selection

Gathering Material

Using Supporting Materials Effectively

Attention: Getting People to Listen

Outlining and Organizing Speeches

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

Exam 7: Introductions and Conclusions

"To inform, describe, explain, demonstrate, persuade, eulogize, or memorialize" are all examples of specific purpose statements.

Always begin the introduction to your speech with a clever joke.

Establishing your credibility is a requirement for any kind of speech.

Which of the following is a difference between a rhetorical question and a direct question?

In the conclusion of your speech you should

A specific purpose statement

The central idea of a speech identifies the main concept, point, issue, or conclusion that you want the audience to understand, believe, feel, or do.

Requirements for a competent introduction include which of the following?

When you run way overtime, you should make an elaborate apology to your audience in your conclusion.

Communication Competence and Public Speaking

Speech Anxiety

Audience Analysis and Topic Selection

Gathering Material

Using Supporting Materials Effectively

Attention: Getting People to Listen

Outlining and Organizing Speeches

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