public speaking

Which of the following is a possible idea to avoid - before giving a speech - for the best mental clarity?

Drink a Monster energy drink.

Nervousness is a learned behavior.

False

How many steps does the book invite you to use involving visual imagery before delivering your speech?

3

Which of the following scenarios is not an example of a communication breakdown?

The microphone stops working.

On a physiological level, the physical signs of nervousness parallel the physical signs of excitement.

True

Never ever try to fool your audience into believing in things when you actually do not. You can't fool an audience.

True

Which of the following is not an example the book shares about nervous energy or excitement being a desirable reaction?

a debater telling themself everything will go well

According to the textbook, which early empire(s) studied rhetoric?

The Greeks and Romans

Overstating the facts in a speech is acceptable.

False

The way we say something is called delivery. What makes you seem more confident and natural during your delivery of a speech?

conversational style

Usefully pointing out the importance of taking classes at BYU-Idaho from Ph.D Professors only is an example of what type of an audience's attitude?

an indifferent audience

If your audience fails to understand or pay attention to your message, communication does not take place.

True

It is vital that we, as speakers, keep the audience, their interests and their needs at our forefront of thoughts.

True

Which of the following examples shows a topic that would be the most useful for you and your peers in this class?⚠️

a social media app that aids in paying debts down quickly after graduation

If there is only one male or one female in an otherwise all-female or all-male audience, you must consider this person when preparing your speech.

True

According to the book, a well-versed and educated speaker knows how to address what type of an audience?

a big, diverse audience

Who developed and explained human being's hierarchy of needs such as physical well-being, safety and security, love and belonging, esteem, and self-actualization?

Maslow

Income, where you are from, gender, and age are all examples of what?

demographics

Speaking with democrats about the importance of supporting Donald Trump is an example of what type of an audience's attitude?

an opposed audience

Speaking in your religion class about the importance of reading the Book of Mormon everyday is an example of what type of an audience's attitude?

a favorable audienceWhat is another name for the central idea of the speech? thesis statement

Coaxing your classmates go roller skating on Friday night is an example of what major purpose in speaking?

to persuade

Beginning speakers often fail because they pay too much attention to the purpose of their speech and specifically hone in on the audience response they want to attain.⚠️

False

What is not one of the general purposes for speaking according to the textbook?

celebrate

If you can't think of an appropriate subject, take out a sheet of paper and write down as many things as you can that you are interested in or have experience with.

True

Sharing steps of how to make cookies is an example of what major purpose in speaking?

to inform

Sharing a personal experience that is extremely unique to you is an example of what major purpose in speaking?

to entertain

In order to develop an effective speech, you must have a clear purpose in mind.

True

The central idea/thesis statement of a speech should not have a topic that connects the audience with their interests.

False

The first step in structuring an effective speech should be to:

develop a subject you are interested in

It is important to add new material into the conclusion of your speech so your audience can continue to pay attention to you as a speaker.

False

The conclusion is a significant part of any speech, primarily because it:

is the final impression the audience has of your speech

All of the following methods except one may be used to capture (or hook) the attention of the audience. Which is not an attention-getting method?

I have 8 years teaching experience as a Ph.D.

Although this can be positive or negative, it is intended to project what you want your audience to think about at the end of your speech.

vision of the future

What is one of the five elements that should be included in the introduction?

give reasons to listen

"Now that you know about the shortage of blood supplies in the United States, I ask each one of you here today to sign up and give blood at the next Red Cross blood drive…" is an example of what element of a successful conclusion in public speaking?

a call to action

"Do you really think that emphasizing the full name of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will change people's belief in it?" is an example of what type of attention getter?

rhetorical question

Ending your speech with a negative vision of the future is an effective conclusion strategy.

False

"After 20 years of teaching public speaking and much research, I have found the following…" is an example of what critical element in an introduction?

indication of your qualifications

Typically, the introduction to a speech should:

present the central idea of the speech

When interviewing someone as a resource for your speech, you need to be aware that it is only considered a valid source if you are doing a face-to-face interview.

False

When using notecards, it's important to put as many details as possible on your cards.

False

All of the options listed are examples of searching for information using what is called the Boolean method, except one. Which one is not an example?

college tuition

Choosing topics that are not of personal interest often correlates with more passion in your speaking voice and, in turn, a more engaged and receptive audience.

False

Things you have experienced vicariously through reading and hearing can be considered personal experience.

True

What is the maximum amount of time suggested when sharing a YouTube clip during a speech?

1 minute 30 seconds

According to the book, researching is the best technique for generating ideas on your subject.⚠️

False

The technique of organizing ideas into main points and supporting ideas, then using arrows to show their relationships is called what?

clustering

A face-to-face interview with an expert in the field can be an effective and interesting way to gather supportive information for your speech. Electronic interviews through Zoom, Skype, or e-mail do not carry as much weight with the audience.

False

Information you are accessing from the Internet is always credible.

False

Which is the most effective and versatile of all supporting materials when used correctly?

examples

When using statistics in your speech, you should usually:

roundoff complex numbers

Which of the following is one of the types of supporting materials named in the book?

statistics

When are multimedia tools effective in your speech?

when they enhance the speaker's message

What do we call reasoning that tries to associate two things that are similar?

comparison

Hypothetical examples can be used as examples when giving a speech in public.

True

When using statistics in your speech which of the following is the correct way to share it?⚠️

"Slightly under 23 people…."

"29% of households in America have less than $12,000 in savings" is an example of what type of attention getter?

statistics

Identify the type of supporting material used in the following excerpt from a student speech about the lack of prompt and proper emergency room care. "Several years ago, a man driving by an elementary school…"

factual example

You should only pass around a visual aid when?

never pass it aroundUsed primarily in persuasive speaking, which type of main-point structure tries to show how one element will result in some kind of predicted outcome? cause-and-effect

These main points start off by capturing the attention of the audience and suggesting a need to listen. The final step results in calling upon your audience to actively fulfill your request. These main points follow which type of structure?

motivated sequence

If you were giving an informative speech that included the steps of how to make a real Italian lasagna, you would organize your main points in a _ organizational framework.

chronological order

A speech describing the most popular beaches in California - if I were to visit them in order of popularity - would best be structured using a organizational framework.⚠️

topical

Main points that follow a sequential order, in which the pattern of the speech occurred, are called what type of main points?

chronological

Transitions will not help to provide coherence to your speech so that your ideas flow smoothly from one point to the next.

False

In his speech to the class Mark's central Idea is: "Owning an ice scraper will keep everyone safe this winter." What guideline best describes Mark's main points?

main points should clarify or reinforce your central idea

It is a good idea to develop the body of the speech before you write your introduction and conclusion.

True

The following is an example of the standard numerical sequence for an outline. I. 1. A. a. etc.

True

Effective speech transitions can help to:

all of the options The language you include in your speech influences the effectiveness of your message. Which of the following is not a language guideline that should be adhered to in public speaking? use passive rather than active voice

While giving a speech you show your audience how to make an apple pie, how to cross country ski, or how to build a kayak. These are examples of what type of speech?

demonstration speech

Which of the following does NOT fit the purpose of an informative speech?

Stan will advocate a position on global warming.

Practice your speech exactly as you plan to deliver it.

True

When giving an informative speech that involves steps in a process, it is important to NOT preview the steps in the introduction because that will take away from the suspense of what comes next.

False

A method of informing used to create an accurate, vivid, and verbal picture of an object, geographic feature, setting, event, person, or image is which type of speech?

description speech

We obtain more power, intrigue, attraction, income, and respect when we learn to do what better?

deliver information effectively

How the nervous system works, how kidney stones develop, and how photosynthesis works are all examples of which type of speech?

explanation speech

According to your textbook, there are only 5 types of delivery that can be used in public speaking.

False

Which type of speech allows the speaker to know what they're going to say in the introduction, body, and conclusion of the speech but not exact words.

extemporaneous

It is helpful to make notations on your note card such as [pause here] or [slow down] at different times during your speech.

True

Which of the following is a concrete word?

book

Which type of delivery are you recommended to keep brief, stick to 1-2 main points, not prepare beforehand, and share a personal story?

impromptu

Kinesics is the study of how the body, face and eyes communicate.

True

Which type of speech provides security of accuracy for the speaker?

manuscript

While articulation is the process of forming consonant and vowel sounds of words, pronunciation is much more complex.

True

When delivering an extemporaneous speech, the speaker will utilize phrases and key words versus long, complete sentences on notecards.

True

The 3 things that persuasion deliberately attempts to do are influence, make aware, and change.

False ⚠️ (Correct: influence, reinforce, and change)

Aristotle said that the 3 most important factors in the success of persuasion are good sense, good moral character, and what else?

goodwill

What do we call the process of reasoning that attempts to influence the belief of others?

persuasion

Which fallacy best describes: "If you love Pizza Pie Café, then you are going to love The Hickory!"

false analogy

You are unsure which candidate to vote for. After learning that most of your friends are voting for "Candidate X", you determine to do likewise. This represents which common fallacy?

bandwagon

"I guess you have to decide if you are with us or against us." is an example of which fallacy?

either/or

There are three key elements in the definition of persuasion. Which one does not belong?

appeal

"In politics, an opposing candidate is pictured as being overly religious, ultra-rich, or divorced…" This argument is known as what?

red herring

The process of drawing a conclusion based on evidence is known as what?

reasoning

This type of discussion usually has a timed audience participation portion where audience members can ask questions.

panel

Which type of discussion groups involve a moderator?

symposium

This type of discussion is almost always facilitated by a trained therapist.

therapeutic discussion

What principle of group discussions teaches that "You catch more flies with honey than with vinegar"?

courtesy

The moderator encourages participation in discussion.

True

The information-seeking discussion group is also known as what?

educative discussion

According to the textbook, synergy is the reason so many companies are utilizing groups to solve problems.

True