Speeches

Which of the following are coping strategies for lessening the fear of public speaking?

• Remember that your audience shares your fear of public speaking; Remember the audience is there to hear you
• Concentrate on the subject; Remember your nervousness does not show
• Prepare; Practice; Breathe deeply
• All of the choices

What are three demographics you should consider in analyzing an audience?

• Ethnicity, gender, economic status
• Age, occupation, religion
• Educational level, political affiliation, interests
• All of the choices

Public speaking is the greatest fear among people, greater than the fear of dying, flying, or failure.

• True
• False

Name three ways to organize a speech.

• Introduction; body; summary
• Beginning; middle; end
• Topical; chronological; cause/effect
• None of the choices

The beginning of a paper or written speech is known as (a/an) __________.

• introduction
• source cards
• information cards
• body

__________ is the final part of a paper or written speech.

• body
• thesis statement
• passive voice
• conclusion

When you speak clearly and effectively, you are said to be __________.

• articulate
• eloquent
• effective
• effusive

What is "constructive feedback"?

• Feedback on learning models.
• Feedback that is hurtful or derogatory.
• Criticism that is given on a routine basis.
• Feedback or criticism that is helpful and productive.

Jessie is giving a speech in honor of one of her heroes. What type of speech is Jessie giving?

• Volume
• Persuasive
• Commemorative
• Articulate

Sarah tends to be a bit shy when giving speeches. She speaks clearly but never looks at the audience. What does Sarah need to work on?

• Eye contact
• Commemorative
• Modulation
• Tone