Chapter 17 Ag Comm Special Events Quiz

What is a special event?

• A spontaneous gathering of people

• A planned gathering of people for a shared activity

• A regular meeting held weekly

• An unplanned social interaction

Which of the following skills is NOT mentioned as important for planning a special event?

• Communication

• Organization

• Leadership

• Cooking

What is one of the benefits of learning how to plan special events?

• It guarantees a successful career

• It can benefit you personally and lead to a potential future career

• It ensures you will never make mistakes

• It makes you popular among friends

According to the text, how long have special events been around?

• Since the 20th century

• Since the first gatherings of cavemen and women

• Since the invention of the internet

• Since the industrial revolution

Who is credited with inventing the term "special event"?

• Walt Disney

• Bob Jani

• Radio City Music Hall

• Disneyland

What role did Bob Jani have at Disneyland when it first opened?

• Director of Operations

• First Director of Public Relations

• Event Manager

• Marketing Director

What is a key responsibility of an event manager?

• Designing costumes

• Managing all elements of an event

• Performing on stage

• Selling tickets

What skills are important for an event manager to possess?

• Initiative, energy, and dedication

• Artistic talent and creativity

• Financial acumen and budgeting

• Technical skills and programming

What type of event is the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans considered?

• A regular event

• A special event

• A private event

• A corporate event

What is the first stage in planning a special event?

• Event logistics

• Event day coordination

• Planning the event

• Event evaluation