Question 1

List five of the eight guidelines for using presentation aids effectively.

Accepted Answer

(1)rehearse with your presentation aids (2)maintain eye contact with your audience,not your presentation aids (3)explain your presentation aids (4)time your presentation aids to coincide with your discussion of them (5)do not pass around small objects,pictures,or items (6)use handouts effectively (7)use small children and animals with caution (8)use technology to enhance your presentation not for its own sake.

Question 2

Tom's persuasive presentation advocated increasing penalties for juvenile offenders.In his conclusion,Tom's call to action for his audience was,"If you think we should have stiffer penalties for juvenile offenders,then write your congressman." Which guideline does this disregard?

Accepted Answer

A)  The language is too dramatic and is likely to incite a negative emotional response in listeners. 
B)  Using the term "congressman" as a generic for all persons in congress is a biased,sexist practice. 
C)  The language isn't vivid enough to arouse the attention of an audience,nor to move them to action. 
D)  The language isn't vivid,nor is it simple enough for an audience to understand. 
A)  The language is too dramatic and is likely to incite a negative emotional response in listeners. 
B)  Using the term "congressman" as a generic for all persons in congress is a biased,sexist practice. 
C)  The language isn't vivid enough to arouse the attention of an audience,nor to move them to action. 
D)  The language isn't vivid,nor is it simple enough for an audience to understand. B

Question 3

Brittany asked you to listen to her rehearse her speech and you noticed that she said jeet when she meant to say did you eat and gonna when she meant to say going to.In what area of vocal delivery does Brittany need to improve and what advice might you provide?

Accepted Answer

Brittany needs to improve on her articulation,the enunciation of sounds.Since she wants her audience to clearly understand her message,she needs to clearly pronounce her words.She needs to distinguish between which parts of her nonstandard articulation may be due to a dialect and which simply are due to a habit of slurring or mumbling.Good advice would be for Brittany to pay closer attention to the words and phrases she tends to slur or chop and to practice saying them correctly and distinctly.

Question 4

On her way to public speaking class,Delaney decided to add one last visual aid to her speech.Was this a good idea,according to your book?

Accepted Answer

A)  Yes;the more creative the visual aids,the better the speech will be. 
B)  Yes;if Delaney were certain that the visual aid would make a difference. 
C)  No;because Delaney didn't have a chance to rehearse with the new aid. 
D)  No;because the extra visual aid would make Delaney's speech run over time. 
A)  Yes;the more creative the visual aids,the better the speech will be. 
B)  Yes;if Delaney were certain that the visual aid would make a difference. 
C)  No;because Delaney didn't have a chance to rehearse with the new aid. 
D)  No;because the extra visual aid would make Delaney's speech run over time.

Question 5

Eugene told his audience that the hills of Greece were calling him to return after his recent trip to the Mediterranean.This type of figurative language is which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  Metaphor 
B)  Simile 
C)  Personification 
D)  Omission 
E)  Both B and D are appropriate recommendations. 
A)  Metaphor 
B)  Simile 
C)  Personification 
D)  Omission 
E)  Both B and D are appropriate recommendations.

Question 6

What criteria does your book offer for using movement during your presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Move around as much as possible. 
B)  No movement is better than random,distracting movement. 
C)  Most American audiences expect a certain amount of distance,so stay back by the lectern. 
D)  Spontaneous,unmotivated movement is recommended 
A)  Move around as much as possible. 
B)  No movement is better than random,distracting movement. 
C)  Most American audiences expect a certain amount of distance,so stay back by the lectern. 
D)  Spontaneous,unmotivated movement is recommended

Question 7

Omission is a dramatic device in which the speaker leaves out a word or phrase the audience expects to hear.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

In a well-developed essay,name and define the four delivery styles recommended by your book.What factors should be taken into account when a speaker considers which style to use?

Accepted Answer

(1)The manuscript speech is a speech tha

Question 9

Your book does not recommend practicing your speech with a video camera,as this tends to make the speaker overly self-conscious.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which of the following is a recommendation for your posture when giving a presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  It's appropriate to slouch slightly if you're giving an informal presentation. 
B)  If you are going to sit during a presentation,sit in a chair that does not elevate you above your audience. 
C)  It's acceptable to lean on the lectern. 
D)  Avoid sitting during a presentation. 
A)  It's appropriate to slouch slightly if you're giving an informal presentation. 
B)  If you are going to sit during a presentation,sit in a chair that does not elevate you above your audience. 
C)  It's acceptable to lean on the lectern. 
D)  Avoid sitting during a presentation.

Question 11

According to your book,it is better for a speaker to use no movement than to use random,distracting movement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Bernadette was giving a speech on hybrid cars.She decided to use the small,color brochures she had from the car dealer for her presentation because they had excellent pictures of the vehicles.What problem might this present?

Accepted Answer

A)  None.She can practice with her visual aids just as she would use them in the speech. 
B)  None.This is an effective method of showing the pictures. 
C)  She should use them because they are professionally prepared. 
D)  People in the audience will be distracted by passing the brochures around. 
A)  None.She can practice with her visual aids just as she would use them in the speech. 
B)  None.This is an effective method of showing the pictures. 
C)  She should use them because they are professionally prepared. 
D)  People in the audience will be distracted by passing the brochures around.

Question 13

"Before the hurricane,the rush of people leaving New Orleans for Baton Rouge was as mighty as the storm surge that was approaching with the wind." This sentence is an example of personification.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

An implied comparison between two things is a(n)_____ .

Accepted Answer

The answer of An implied comparison between two things is...

Question 15

What does your book recommend regarding vocal rate?

Accepted Answer

A)  Maintain a constant,steady rate throughout you presentation. 
B)  Speak at a rate of 200 to 250 words per minute. 
C)  Vary your rate to add interest and emphasize key ideas. 
D)  Speaking slowly is preferable to speaking too fast. 
A)  Maintain a constant,steady rate throughout you presentation. 
B)  Speak at a rate of 200 to 250 words per minute. 
C)  Vary your rate to add interest and emphasize key ideas. 
D)  Speaking slowly is preferable to speaking too fast.

Question 16

It is usually best to arrange all your visual aids in full view of the audience before you begin your speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Craig's teacher suggests that he use the word "baritone saxophone" rather than "musical instrument" in his speech.Which principle of effective verbal delivery is Craig's teacher pointing out to Craig?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use specific,concrete words 
B)  Use unbiased words 
C)  Use vivid words 
D)  Use correct words 
A)  Use specific,concrete words 
B)  Use unbiased words 
C)  Use vivid words 
D)  Use correct words

Question 18

Explain the concept of using words well as part of effective verbal delivery.

Accepted Answer

You want to carefully choose words,phras

Question 19

What are the five tips the textbook provides for using PowerPoint effectively?

Accepted Answer

Don't use too many slides,make certain t

Question 20

Explain the effective use of the three components of physical delivery.

Accepted Answer

The three components are gestures,moveme

List five of the eight guidelines for using presentation aids effectively.

Tom's persuasive presentation advocated increasing penalties for juvenile offenders.In his conclusion,Tom's call to action for his audience was,"If you think we should have stiffer penalties for juvenile offenders,then write your congressman." Which guideline does this disregard?

Brittany asked you to listen to her rehearse her speech and you noticed that she said jeet when she meant to say did you eat and gonna when she meant to say going to.In what area of vocal delivery does Brittany need to improve and what advice might you provide?

On her way to public speaking class,Delaney decided to add one last visual aid to her speech.Was this a good idea,according to your book?

Eugene told his audience that the hills of Greece were calling him to return after his recent trip to the Mediterranean.This type of figurative language is which of the following?

What criteria does your book offer for using movement during your presentation?

Omission is a dramatic device in which the speaker leaves out a word or phrase the audience expects to hear.

In a well-developed essay,name and define the four delivery styles recommended by your book.What factors should be taken into account when a speaker considers which style to use?

Your book does not recommend practicing your speech with a video camera,as this tends to make the speaker overly self-conscious.

Which of the following is a recommendation for your posture when giving a presentation?

According to your book,it is better for a speaker to use no movement than to use random,distracting movement.

Bernadette was giving a speech on hybrid cars.She decided to use the small,color brochures she had from the car dealer for her presentation because they had excellent pictures of the vehicles.What problem might this present?

"Before the hurricane,the rush of people leaving New Orleans for Baton Rouge was as mighty as the storm surge that was approaching with the wind." This sentence is an example of personification.

An implied comparison between two things is a(n)_____ .

What does your book recommend regarding vocal rate?

It is usually best to arrange all your visual aids in full view of the audience before you begin your speech.

Craig's teacher suggests that he use the word "baritone saxophone" rather than "musical instrument" in his speech.Which principle of effective verbal delivery is Craig's teacher pointing out to Craig?

Explain the concept of using words well as part of effective verbal delivery.

What are the five tips the textbook provides for using PowerPoint effectively?

Explain the effective use of the three components of physical delivery.

Foundations of Human Communication

Self Awareness and Communication

Understanding Verbal Messages

Understanding Nonverbal Messages

Listening and Responding

Adapting to Others: Diversity and Communication

Understanding Interpersonal Communication

Enhancing Relationships

Understanding Group and Team Performance

Enhancing Group and Team Performance

Developing Your Presentation

Organizing and Outlining Your Presentation

Speaking to Inform

Speaking to Persuade

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Exam 13: Delivering Your Presentation

List five of the eight guidelines for using presentation aids effectively.

Tom's persuasive presentation advocated increasing penalties for juvenile offenders.In his conclusion,Tom's call to action for his audience was,"If you think we should have stiffer penalties for juvenile offenders,then write your congressman." Which guideline does this disregard?

Brittany asked you to listen to her rehearse her speech and you noticed that she said jeet when she meant to say did you eat and gonna when she meant to say going to.In what area of vocal delivery does Brittany need to improve and what advice might you provide?

On her way to public speaking class,Delaney decided to add one last visual aid to her speech.Was this a good idea,according to your book?

Eugene told his audience that the hills of Greece were calling him to return after his recent trip to the Mediterranean.This type of figurative language is which of the following?

What criteria does your book offer for using movement during your presentation?

Omission is a dramatic device in which the speaker leaves out a word or phrase the audience expects to hear.

In a well-developed essay,name and define the four delivery styles recommended by your book.What factors should be taken into account when a speaker considers which style to use?

Your book does not recommend practicing your speech with a video camera,as this tends to make the speaker overly self-conscious.

Which of the following is a recommendation for your posture when giving a presentation?

According to your book,it is better for a speaker to use no movement than to use random,distracting movement.

Bernadette was giving a speech on hybrid cars.She decided to use the small,color brochures she had from the car dealer for her presentation because they had excellent pictures of the vehicles.What problem might this present?

"Before the hurricane,the rush of people leaving New Orleans for Baton Rouge was as mighty as the storm surge that was approaching with the wind." This sentence is an example of personification.

An implied comparison between two things is a(n)_____ .

What does your book recommend regarding vocal rate?

It is usually best to arrange all your visual aids in full view of the audience before you begin your speech.

Craig's teacher suggests that he use the word "baritone saxophone" rather than "musical instrument" in his speech.Which principle of effective verbal delivery is Craig's teacher pointing out to Craig?

Explain the concept of using words well as part of effective verbal delivery.

What are the five tips the textbook provides for using PowerPoint effectively?

Explain the effective use of the three components of physical delivery.

Foundations of Human Communication

Self Awareness and Communication

Understanding Verbal Messages

Understanding Nonverbal Messages

Listening and Responding

Adapting to Others: Diversity and Communication

Understanding Interpersonal Communication

Enhancing Relationships

Understanding Group and Team Performance

Enhancing Group and Team Performance

Developing Your Presentation

Organizing and Outlining Your Presentation

Speaking to Inform

Speaking to Persuade

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