WorksheetsCOM114 Fundamentals of Speech Communication
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 17mins
This type of speech is designed to provide information about a topic, but without planning or preparation ahead of time. However, that does not mean you have to arrive to the stage drawing a blank, because you typically will have a topic to present.
Contemporaneous persuasive speech
Impromptu persuasive speech
Impromptu informative speech
Topical information speech
A Purdue University professor created this persuasive, five-step, approach to persuade people to take action.
Universal Speech Outline
Purdue Impromptu Doctrine
Audience Motivational Sequencing
Monroe's Motivated Sequence
The main idea of a speech can be defined as which of the following?
All the answers are correct.
The manner in which the elements of your speech are organized or interrelated.
The larger purpose of your speech.
A group or individual activity where a list of ideas is generated to either solve a problem or generate new ideas.
The main idea of a speech is: 'Understanding why crime is on the rise in minority communities'. Which of the following can be used as a main point in such a speech?
An explanation on the link between poverty and crime.
The decline of social programs.
All answers are correct.
The effect of high unemployment rate on minority populations.
When delivering an informative speech, you should include as much factual information as you can, due to which of the following reasons?
Because the type of speech is written to make them share their values.
Because the type of speech is written to best encourage them to take action.
Because the type of speech is written to entertain them.
Because the type of speech is written to simply inform the audience about a topic.
Which of the following best describes effective listening when an individual is public speaking?
Indicating that they have received the message and can translate it.
Receiving the message.
All answers are correct.
Interpreting the message.
Which of the following types of listeners are able to see the situation from the speaker's perspective and accurately interpret their emotions?
Empathic listener
Comprehensive listener
critical listener
Appreciative listener
When creating a presentation, looking for images, video, or sound that are in the public domain or have been offered for free by their creators helps to ensure that the presenter avoids _____.
fair use obligation
presentation violation
slideware violation
copyright law violation
What positive outcome is most likely to be realized by a speaker when s/he provides as much context as possible in his/her speech, and does not make assumptions about subject matter knowledge on behalf of any of the attendees?
Ability to connect with many attendees that may have different motivations for attending the speech
Ability to engage a diverse audience
Neither of these answer choices are correct
Both of these answer choices are correct
Which of the following terms refers to the use of specific language that only people within an industry or organization know?
Jargon
Slang
Dialect
Idiom
Which of these factors is not used for feedback by an audience that is listening to a speech?
Pronunciation
Hairstyle
Content
Speech delivery
Which of these is used as a basis for improvement?
Speech style
Oral skills
Feedback
Conversation skills
Speaking is a combination of verbal and non-verbal means.
True
False
Which of these occur because of difference in language?
physical barriers
cultural barriers
linguistic barriers
speech decoding
The tone of the speaker should be (a)
Which element is key to creating a strong speech introduction?
Presenting complex data immediately.
Using a relevant hook such as a question or anecdote.
Listing all the main points in detail.
Starting with a long historical background.
What is an essential aspect of preparing a persuasive speech?
Focusing solely on emotional appeals without facts.
Providing detailed statistical evidence and credible sources.
Using multiple unrelated topics to confuse the audience.
Avoiding audience research completely.
How can a speaker effectively manage nervousness before giving a public speech?
Avoid practicing to keep spontaneity.
Ignore the feeling and proceed as usual.
Overload the speech with technical jargon.
Engage in deep breathing and rehearsal to build confidence.
Which persuasive appeal relies on credibility and trustworthiness?
pathos
ethos
logos
What is the significance of tone and body language in speech delivery?
They are less important than the written content.
They only matter in dramatic performances, not speeches.
They reinforce the message and convey confidence and enthusiasm.
They detract from the clarity of the speech.
Which component is critical in the conclusion of an effective public speech?
Ending abruptly to encourage discussion.
Ignoring the speech content mentioned earlier.
Introducing new, complex ideas.
Summarizing key points and reinforcing the main message.
What is one type of negative nonverbal feedback you may get from an audience? Explain with specific details and or examples how you would deal with this negative nonverbal feedback in your presentation.
Explain with specific details and or examples how you would deal with this negative nonverbal feedback in your presentation.
