Question 1

Carolyn is presenting her antique doll collection to a group of students at the history museum. Her presentation is about which of the following?

Accepted Answer

A)  An object 
B)  A procedure 
C)  A person 
D)  An event 
A)  An object 
B)  A procedure 
C)  A person 
D)  An event

Question 2

When having an interpreter working with you to present your speech, which of the following should be kept in mind?

Accepted Answer

A)  Use as much humor as possible to keep the mood light. 
B)  Use jargon to make audience members feel more comfortable. 
C)  If you have many facts, figures, or other detailed data, write this information down before you speak, and give it to your interpreter. 
D)  Since the interpreter is "repeating" your words, there is no need to meet with him or her prior to the speech. 
A)  Use as much humor as possible to keep the mood light. 
B)  Use jargon to make audience members feel more comfortable. 
C)  If you have many facts, figures, or other detailed data, write this information down before you speak, and give it to your interpreter. 
D)  Since the interpreter is "repeating" your words, there is no need to meet with him or her prior to the speech.

Question 3

Satoshi gave a speech explaining three types of Japanese writing. This is an example of a speech to _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  inspire 
B)  persuade 
C)  entertain 
D)  inform 
A)  inspire 
B)  persuade 
C)  entertain 
D)  inform

Question 4

A _____ is the vivid use of words to describe a situation that invites listeners to draw upon their senses.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A _____ is the vivid use of...

Question 5

"Walking through Baton Rouge in August is like having a steamy washcloth draped over your face." This statement is an example of _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  a word picture 
B)  alliteration 
C)  redundancy 
D)  audience feedback 
A)  a word picture 
B)  alliteration 
C)  redundancy 
D)  audience feedback

Question 6

A presentation about _____ would be a speech about a procedure.

Accepted Answer

A)  types of surfboards 
B)  how to perform an Internet search 
C)  three different breeds of dogs 
D)  features on a digital camera 
A)  types of surfboards 
B)  how to perform an Internet search 
C)  three different breeds of dogs 
D)  features on a digital camera

Carolyn is presenting her antique doll collection to a group of students at the history museum. Her presentation is about which of the following?

When having an interpreter working with you to present your speech, which of the following should be kept in mind?

Satoshi gave a speech explaining three types of Japanese writing. This is an example of a speech to _____.

A _____ is the vivid use of words to describe a situation that invites listeners to draw upon their senses.

"Walking through Baton Rouge in August is like having a steamy washcloth draped over your face." This statement is an example of _____.

A presentation about _____ would be a speech about a procedure.

Identifying Foundations of Human Communication

Exploring 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 Speech

Organizing and Outlining Your Speech

Delivering Your Speech

Speaking to Persuade

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Exam 14: Speaking to Inform

Carolyn is presenting her antique doll collection to a group of students at the history museum. Her presentation is about which of the following?

When having an interpreter working with you to present your speech, which of the following should be kept in mind?

Satoshi gave a speech explaining three types of Japanese writing. This is an example of a speech to _____.

A _____ is the vivid use of words to describe a situation that invites listeners to draw upon their senses.

"Walking through Baton Rouge in August is like having a steamy washcloth draped over your face." This statement is an example of _____.

A presentation about _____ would be a speech about a procedure.

Identifying Foundations of Human Communication

Exploring 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 Speech

Organizing and Outlining Your Speech

Delivering Your Speech

Speaking to Persuade

Filters