Chapter 5- Research and Supporting Material

While research can enhance your knowledge on a topic it does not provide the necessary foundation for a speech.

• True

• False

The research process it is important to reflect on your audience before and after you gather information

• True

• False

Even if it is your own opinion, you need to cite that information in your speech.

• True

• False

The difference between a figurative and a literal analogy is that a figurative analogy compares objects or events from similar classifications.

• True

• False

The more facts you have the more effective your speech will be

• True

• False

Ron found most of his information online from several social media and blogs that appeared interesting and relevant, so his sources for research easily met web evaluation criteria CRAAP.

• True

• False

Suzy made a good choice when she decided to support her message on the federal deficit exclusively with statistical data from the Congressional Budget Office.

• True

• False

Testimony as support is primarily for clarification rather than proof

• True

• False

Asking yourself, “What are the needs, interests, and knowledge level of my audience?” relates to which step in the research process?

• Analyze the audience

• Assess your knowledge/skills

• Interview, if appropriate

• Search print and online resources

Which of the following is a secondary research source?

• Personal letters

• Statistical data

• Speeches

• Newspapers