Question 1

A definition by classification is one in which you place a word in a general category and then differentiate it from other items in the category.

Accepted Answer

A definition by classification is commonly used to differentiate a specific term from others within a general category.

Question 2

If Gwen knows she wants her speech to entertain the audience, then she knows the _____ purpose of her speech.

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The answer of If Gwen knows she wants her speech...

Question 3

The mistaken belief that the audience is completely aware of the speaker's perspiration, shaking hands, and knocking knees is called the _____ of transparency.

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The answer of The mistaken belief that the audience is...

Question 4

Becoming more comfortable with public speaking each time you make a speech is a process known as _____.

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The answer of Becoming more comfortable with public speaking each...

Question 5

Using the opinions of a person who is present during an event, for example, a high school teacher who experiences a solar eclipse for the first time, is providing _____ testimony.
A) expert
B) literary
C) lay
D) hypothetical

Accepted Answer

The testimony of a high school teacher who experiences a solar eclipse for the first time is not considered expert testimony because they are not an expert in astronomy. It is also not literary testimony as it does not involve a work of literature. The testimony provided by the high school teacher is considered lay testimony as it is based on their personal experience and observations. It is not hypothetical testimony as it is based on real-life events.

Question 6

A citation from a work of fiction or nonfiction is an example of a literary quotation.

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A citation from a work of fiction or nonfiction is a form of literary quotation, which is a direct or indirect reference to a text, author, or idea in a literary work.

Question 7

The illusion of transparency reflects the idea that only the speaker knows if he or she forgets to say a part of the speech.

Accepted Answer

The illusion of transparency reflects the mistaken belief that our inner emotions or thoughts are more apparent to others than they actually are. It has nothing to do with forgetting a part of a speech, which would be noticeable to the audience.

Question 8

Which of the following is an important guideline for the use of statistics in a speech?
A) Use visual aids to present statistics.
B) Downplay statistics in order to avoid exaggeration.
C) Use as many statistics as you can find because they enhance credibility.
D) Report a statistic down to the last decimal point, to be thorough and accurate.

Accepted Answer

Using visual aids to present statistics can help make the information more clear and understandable to the audience. However, it is important to not rely solely on statistics and to provide context and explanation for the numbers. Downplaying statistics or using too many can be misleading or overwhelming for the audience. Reporting statistics down to the last decimal point may not be necessary and can be distracting.

Question 9

Speakers should offer definitions of all technical or little-known terms in their presentations.

Accepted Answer

Speakers should make sure that all technical or little-known terms in their presentations are defined so that the audience can understand them easily.

Question 10

Silent _____ is a technique used to generate creative ideas. It is one recommended way to help you find a topic for your presentation.

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The answer of Silent _____ is a technique used to...

Question 11

Rather than writing his own speech, Tyler found one to use on the Internet and did not acknowledge his source. Tyler is guilty of _____.
A) slander
B) libel
C) plagiarism
D) poor oral citation

Accepted Answer

Tyler is guilty of plagiarism, which is the act of using someone else's work or ideas and presenting them as one's own without proper attribution. This includes using speeches or other written material found on the internet without acknowledging the source. Slander and libel refer to making false or damaging statements about someone, while poor oral citation refers to not giving proper credit to sources during a speech.

Question 12

LexisNexis Academic is an example of a full-text database.

Accepted Answer

LexisNexis Academic is a full-text database that provides access to thousands of sources, including newspapers, magazines, legal and business documents, and more.

Question 13

A literal analogy compares things that appear dissimilar.

Accepted Answer

A literal analogy compares things that are alike in some respects, typically more straightforward and direct in comparison, unlike figurative analogies that compare dissimilar things by finding a commonality.

Question 14

Stage fright is also known as public speaking _____.

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The answer of Stage fright is also known as public...

Question 15

Audience-centered public speakers are sensitive to the diversity of the audience.

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Audience-centered public speakers understand that their audience may have different backgrounds, cultures, beliefs, and values. They take into consideration these differences and adjust their message and delivery style to connect with and engage their audience.

Question 16

A central idea should outline all the key points of a speech.

Accepted Answer

A central idea should summarize the main point or core message of a speech, not outline all the key points.

Question 17

When Darren told the audience about the length of the new coast-to-coast highway, he said that the amount of asphalt it would take could wrap around the earth three times. He has dramatized his statistic by _____ it.
A) compacting
B) misquoting
C) exaggerating
D) minimizing

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The answer of When Darren told the audience about the...

Question 18

The central idea can be stated as a question.

Accepted Answer

The central idea is typically a statement that conveys the main point or theme of a text, not a question.

Question 19

The specific purpose of your presentation is not intended to become part of your speech, but to guide preparation of the speech.

Accepted Answer

The specific purpose of a presentation is to guide the preparation of the speech and should not be directly stated in the presentation.

Question 20

In her speech about racism in America, Serena used the following: "Just like Martin Luther King said three decades ago, 'I have a dream; I have a dream today.' I also have a dream that racism will end in my lifetime." What form of supporting material was she using?
A) a literary quotation from Dr. Martin Luther King's famous speech
B) a literary analogy, because Selena compared racism today with racism three decades ago
C) expert statistics, because Dr. Martin Luther King was an expert on racism
D) a brief illustration about racism now, versus three decades ago

Accepted Answer

Serena used a literary quotation from Dr. Martin Luther King's famous speech as a form of supporting material for her argument about ending racism in America.

Quiz 11: Developing Your Speech