Question 1

By definition, you can never do any preparation for an impromptu speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Vocal fillers are a problem for any speaker. You should eliminate them entirely from your delivery.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Research shows that the typical preferred duration of direct eye contact with an individual audience member is

Accepted Answer

A)  5 seconds 
B)  3 seconds 
C)  10 seconds 
D)  none of the above 
A)  5 seconds 
B)  3 seconds 
C)  10 seconds 
D)  none of the above

Question 4

Impromptu and extemporaneous speaking differ in which of the following ways?

Accepted Answer

A)  Extemporaneous is speaking off the cuff; impromptu is speaking from a prepared manuscript 
B)  Extemporaneous is speaking from a prepared manuscript; impromptu is speaking off the cuff without preparation 
C)  Extemporaneous is speaking from a prepared outline; impromptu is speaking with little or no preparation or notes 
D)  Extemporaneous is speaking from a prepared outline; impromptu is speaking from a prepared manuscript 
A)  Extemporaneous is speaking off the cuff; impromptu is speaking from a prepared manuscript 
B)  Extemporaneous is speaking from a prepared manuscript; impromptu is speaking off the cuff without preparation 
C)  Extemporaneous is speaking from a prepared outline; impromptu is speaking with little or no preparation or notes 
D)  Extemporaneous is speaking from a prepared outline; impromptu is speaking from a prepared manuscript

Question 5

You present your speech while using a prepared outline. This is an example of

Accepted Answer

A)  speaking from a manuscript 
B)  impromptu speaking 
C)  extemporaneous speaking 
D)  none of the above 
A)  speaking from a manuscript 
B)  impromptu speaking 
C)  extemporaneous speaking 
D)  none of the above

Question 6

Your voice pitch is the range of your voice from the extremes of soprano to bass.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

If a lectern is provided, you should stand behind it and not move away from it while giving your speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Research shows that a speaker's voice quality can affect an audience's evaluation more than the content of the speaker's speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Articulation is

Accepted Answer

A)  the same as correct pronunciation 
B)  speaking words clearly and distinctly 
C)  mispronunciations of words 
D)  none of the above 
A)  the same as correct pronunciation 
B)  speaking words clearly and distinctly 
C)  mispronunciations of words 
D)  none of the above

Question 10

Eye contact should be wide and varied; you do not want to seem to be staring at only one part of your audience when giving your speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

A manuscript should never be used for a speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Extemporaneous speaking is speaking from a prepared outline.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Articulation and pronunciation are two words for the same thing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is a useful tip about effective delivery of speeches?

Accepted Answer

A)  There is no one correct way to deliver a speech, but many effective ways depending on context 
B)  Match your delivery to the speech context and audience expectations 
C)  Always use an extemporaneous delivery for any kind of speech 
D)  a and b 
A)  There is no one correct way to deliver a speech, but many effective ways depending on context 
B)  Match your delivery to the speech context and audience expectations 
C)  Always use an extemporaneous delivery for any kind of speech 
D)  a and b

By definition, you can never do any preparation for an impromptu speech.

Vocal fillers are a problem for any speaker. You should eliminate them entirely from your delivery.

Research shows that the typical preferred duration of direct eye contact with an individual audience member is

Impromptu and extemporaneous speaking differ in which of the following ways?

You present your speech while using a prepared outline. This is an example of

Your voice pitch is the range of your voice from the extremes of soprano to bass.

If a lectern is provided, you should stand behind it and not move away from it while giving your speech.

Research shows that a speaker's voice quality can affect an audience's evaluation more than the content of the speaker's speech.

Articulation is

Eye contact should be wide and varied; you do not want to seem to be staring at only one part of your audience when giving your speech.

A manuscript should never be used for a speech.

Extemporaneous speaking is speaking from a prepared outline.

Articulation and pronunciation are two words for the same thing.

Which of the following is a useful tip about effective delivery of speeches?

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

Outlining and Organizing Speeches

Speaking Style: Using Language

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 10: Delivering Your Speech

By definition, you can never do any preparation for an impromptu speech.

Vocal fillers are a problem for any speaker. You should eliminate them entirely from your delivery.

Research shows that the typical preferred duration of direct eye contact with an individual audience member is

Impromptu and extemporaneous speaking differ in which of the following ways?

You present your speech while using a prepared outline. This is an example of

Your voice pitch is the range of your voice from the extremes of soprano to bass.

If a lectern is provided, you should stand behind it and not move away from it while giving your speech.

Research shows that a speaker's voice quality can affect an audience's evaluation more than the content of the speaker's speech.

Articulation is

Eye contact should be wide and varied; you do not want to seem to be staring at only one part of your audience when giving your speech.

A manuscript should never be used for a speech.

Extemporaneous speaking is speaking from a prepared outline.

Articulation and pronunciation are two words for the same thing.

Which of the following is a useful tip about effective delivery of speeches?

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

Outlining and Organizing Speeches

Speaking Style: Using Language

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