Question 1

You should state your central idea as a one-paragraph summary of your speech,and then generate main ideas by looking for natural divisions,reasons,or steps to support your central idea.

Accepted Answer

The answer of You should state your central idea as...

Question 2

"I'm going to talk about the sport of racquetball,including the history of the game, the basic equipment used when playing racquetball,and the health benefits derived from the sport." An audience member would recognize this as
A)an attention-getter.
B)a blueprint statement.
C)a specific purpose.
D)a general purpose.

Accepted Answer

This is a blueprint statement because it outlines the main points or topics that will be covered in the talk, providing a clear structure or "blueprint" for the audience to follow.

Question 3

To be successful,a topic must be appropriate to the audience but not the occasion.

Accepted Answer

To be successful, a topic must be appropriate to both the audience and the occasion. Choosing a topic that is not appropriate for the occasion could result in it being poorly received or even offensive, regardless of how well it is tailored to the audience.

Question 4

All successful topics reflect audience,occasion,and speaker.

Accepted Answer

Yes, all successful topics must take into consideration the audience they are targeting, the occasion for which the speech will be delivered, and the speaker who will be delivering the speech. Failure to consider these factors can result in a topic that does not resonate with the audience or that does not appropriately address the occasion.

Question 5

You should never select a topic that you are not already familiar with,even if you would like to know more about it.

Accepted Answer

It is perfectly fine to select a topic that you are not already familiar with, as long as you are willing to research and learn about it in order to gain a better understanding. In fact, exploring new topics can be a great opportunity for learning and personal growth.

Question 6

A combination of your central idea and a summary of your main points is known as the
A)general purpose.
B)specific purpose.
C)central idea.
D)blueprint.

Accepted Answer

A combination of central idea and a summary of main points is known as a blueprint. General purpose refers to the overall intention of a speech or presentation, specific purpose refers to the specific goal of a speech or presentation, and the central idea (also known as thesis statement) is the main message or argument of a speech or presentation.

Question 7

The central idea for your speech on "use sunscreen" just will not break itself down into logical divisions.Rather than trying to find another topic that divides more logically,you would
A)find a chronological pattern for the main ideas.
B)establish reasons why your central idea is true.
C)get creative and make up divisions even if they are not applicable to your topic.
D)find new supporting material on the topic and start again.

Accepted Answer

Establishing reasons why the central idea is true allows for a logical organization of the speech, focusing on the benefits and importance of using sunscreen. This approach provides a clear structure by breaking down the topic into reasons or arguments supporting the central idea.

Question 8

Derrick's speech on rodeos focused on three different events.His central idea was "the modern rodeo has many interesting events including bronco busting,calf roping,and bull riding." Derrick's central idea could be readily broken down into main ideas based on
A)a chronological order or series of steps.
B)reasons to show the central idea is true.
C)logical division of the central idea.
D)the relative importance of each idea.

Accepted Answer

The central idea is divided into three main events, each representing a logical division of the overall topic.

Question 9

The central idea should be a complete declarative sentence-not a phrase or clause,and not a question.

Accepted Answer

The central idea should be a complete declarative sentence that expresses the main point or message of a text. It should not be a phrase, clause, or question.

Question 10

By contemplating which topics reflect the audience,occasion,and speaker,you will automatically produce a good topic.

Accepted Answer

While contemplating topics that reflect the audience, occasion, and speaker is important, it does not automatically ensure a good topic. Effective topic selection also requires consideration of relevance, clarity, and the speaker's passion and knowledge about the subject.

Question 11

Your central idea should use vague,unclear language.

Accepted Answer

Your central idea should use clear and specific language to effectively communicate your message to the audience. Using vague language can lead to confusion and misinterpretation of the intended message.

Question 12

A disadvantage of searching the Web for a topic idea is that it does not aid in
developing a preliminary bibliography while you are searching for a topic.

Accepted Answer

Searching the Web for a topic idea can actually help in developing a preliminary bibliography, as you can come across various sources, articles, and references related to your topic of interest, which can be included in your bibliography.

Question 13

"To tell my audience about pigs," is a good specific purpose statement.

Accepted Answer

A good specific purpose statement for a speech should be more precise, indicating what aspect about pigs the speaker intends to cover, such as their behavior, habitat, or role in agriculture.

Question 14

Not only should a speaker's choice of topic be relevant to the interests and expectations of his or her listeners; it should also take into account the knowledge listeners already have about the subject.

Accepted Answer

It is important for a speaker to consider the audience's existing knowledge about a topic to ensure that the presentation is not too basic or too advanced for them.

Question 15

In her speech Tonya says,"Tonight,I'm going to discuss with you two reasons why everyone should recycle,including cost-saving benefits and the problems waste creates in the environment." This statement is
A)a general purpose statement.
B)an attention-getting device.
C)a preview of main ideas.
D)a specific purpose statement.

Accepted Answer

The statement is a preview of the main ideas that Tonya will discuss in her speech. She clearly states two reasons why everyone should recycle, which sets the stage for the rest of her presentation.

Question 16

When preparing the specific purpose statement,you should use words that refer to observable or measurable behavior.

Accepted Answer

When preparing a specific purpose statement, it is recommended to use words that refer to observable or measurable behavior. This helps to ensure that the goal is clear and achievable. Examples of such words include "demonstrate," "analyze," "compare," "measure," and "evaluate."

Question 17

Limit the specific purpose to two or three ideas.

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Question 18

The central idea should be a single idea.

Accepted Answer

The central idea of a text should be a single, clear and concise main idea that captures the essence of the entire piece of writing. It should be a complete thought that encapsulates the main message, theme, or argument of the text.

Question 19

Speakers should choose topics that are important to their listeners as well as to themselves.

Accepted Answer

Speakers should consider their audience and choose topics that will resonate with them, as well as topics that they are passionate about and knowledgeable about. This will make for a more engaging and effective presentation.

Question 20

There are three primary general purposes: to inform,to persuade,or to entertain.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. The three primary general purposes of communication are to inform, persuade, or entertain.

Quiz 7: Developing Your Speech