PUBLIC SPEAKING - REVIEW 1

1. What is the primary purpose of an introduction in public speaking?

• a) To summarize the main points

• b) To engage the audience and set the tone for the speech

• c) To provide detailed statistics and data

• d) To conclude the presentation early
  

2. 2.Which of the following techniques is best for creating rapport with your audience in the introduction?

• a) Ignoring the audience’s reactions

• b) Telling a personal story related to the topic

• c) Jumping directly into data and statistics

• d) Using overly technical language
  

3.What is an effective way to introduce your topic?

• a) Begin with a joke unrelated to the topic

• b) Skip the introduction entirely and go to the main points

• c) Apologize for not knowing much about the subject

• d) Start with a shocking fact or statistic related to the topic
  

4.What is a good way to create a lasting impression in your conclusion?

• a) Use a powerful quote or a call to action

• b) End with a joke unrelated to the topic

• c) End abruptly without summarizing

• d) Discuss new data that wasn't mentioned in the body
  

5.Which of the following should be avoided in a conclusion?

• a) A clear summary of the main points

• b) A final thought-provoking question

• c) Introducing new information

• d) A call to action related to the speech

6.What is the role of a call to action in a speech conclusion?

• a) To confuse the audience

• b) To encourage the audience to take specific steps related to your message

• c) To introduce a new idea

• d) To provide additional data
  

7.Which of the following is considered a type of supporting material in public speaking?

• a) Personal opinions

• b) Examples, statistics, and testimony

• c) Long introductions

• d) Unrelated anecdotes

8.What is the purpose of using supporting materials in a speech?

• a) To make the speech longer

• b) To confuse the audience with complex information

• c) To provide evidence and strengthen the speaker’s argument

• d) To divert attention from the main topic
  

9.Complete the sentence: "___________ as a method of support also depends on details, or answering the five questions of what, where, how, who, when.

• a) Classification and differentiation

• b) Definitions

•  c) Descriptions

• d) Historic and Scientific Fact

10.What is a mistake to avoid when writing a central idea statement?

• a) Keeping the central idea simple and focused

• b) Including too many ideas or being overly complicated

• c) Ensuring that the central idea aligns with the specific purpose

• d) Using precise language that clearly conveys the topic