The Art of Public Speaking Review Quiz

What is the tendency to be concerned with one's own values, beliefs, and well-being?

• Stereotyping

• Situational Analysis

• Egocentrism

• Demographic Analysis

Before the speech, what should the speaker do?

• End the speech abruptly

• Ignore the audience

• Continue with the prepared speech

• Assess how audience will respond

In a situational analysis, the speaker analyzes...

• the size of the room

• the disposition toward the topic

• the disposition toward the occasion

• all of these

When you evaluate an internet source, consider...

• When the site was created

• If the site is too long

• If the site has engaging graphics

What are the two types of testimony?

• Peer testimony and expert testimony

• Teacher testimony and student testimony

• Prosecutor testimony and witness testimony

• Informed testimony and uninformed testimony

What is the importance of limiting a speech to a few strong, key points?

• To make the speech more organized

• To make the speech longer

• To confuse the audience

• To use more descriptive language

How can a speaker gain the audience's attention and interest?

• By asking a question, telling a story, or opening with a quote

• By using colorful, descriptive language

• By making the speech mysterious or suspenseful

• By focusing on dangerous, adventurous, and dramatic situations

What are the effective methods of organizing a speech?

• Chronological and Topical

• Biographical and Hobbies

• Career goals and Dreams

• Hobbies and Dreams

What is the purpose of including transition statements in a speech?

• To use more descriptive language

• To confuse the audience

• To make the speech longer

• To link two different ideas together

How can a speaker signal the conclusion of a speech?

• By reinforcing the central idea and ending on a strong note

• By making the speech mysterious or suspenseful

• By using colorful, descriptive language

• By focusing on dangerous, adventurous, and dramatic situations