Deck 9: Introducing and Concluding Your Speech

Question 1

09-07 What is the BEST way to ensure that your introduction introduces the subject of your speech?

A)include a statement of the central idea in the introduction.
B)include an attention-getter in the introduction.
C)make reference to your general purpose in the introduction.
D)refer to your personal experience in the introduction.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

09-18 In an introduction,you may ask a question that doesn't require a response but makes the audience think about your topic.This is a(n)______ question.

A)rhetorical
B)ambiguous
C)hypothetical
D)unanswerable

Answer 2

A

Question 3

09-06 It is important in an introduction to build trust with the audience,to have them believe you and like you.This is known as developing speaker

A)proximity.
B)credibility.
C)charisma.
D)popularity.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

09-12 What is an anecdote?

A)A persuasive argument used to counteract the thesis statement.
B)An entertaining story or illustration.
C)A way of including expert testimony into the introduction.
D)A fictional statement used to add humor to the speech introduction.

Question 5

09-17 What is one benefit of using humor in your introduction?

A)It can make the audience feel like they are watching a comedian rather than a public speaker.
B)It can distract the audience from the seriousness of the speech topic.
C)It can make the speaker appear more informed on his or her topic.
D)It can help relax the audience and win their goodwill for the rest of the speech.

Question 6

09-02 Dana opens her speech against abortion by putting up a transparency that shows a graphic image of an aborted fetus.Is this an effective opening?

A)No;she should have opened with a verbal,rather than a visual attention getter.
B)No;this type of graphic material may disgust and repel the audience.
C)Yes;this was startling and vivid and got the audience's attention.
D)Yes;this type of visual attention getter does a good job of establishing speaker credibility.

Question 7

09-14 Janet's introduction contained the following remarks: "How many of you know someone who has tried to quit smoking,successfully or unsuccessfully? Have any of the smokers in this audience tried to quit? Well,if you have tried to quit and failed,you are among the 20 percent of Americans who have tried to quit multiple times.A few months ago I tried to quit,for the umpteenth time,but this time I made it.I'd like to tell you exactly how I made it." Which of the following statements is accurate about this introduction?

A)Janet has too many devices in this introduction;the audience will be confused rather than intrigued.
B)Janet shouldn't discuss her own experience with quitting smoking because it creates distance between her and the audience.
C)Janet has successfully combined the introductory devices of questions to the audience,statistical information,and a personal reference.
D)Janet has successfully combined the introductory devices of startling statements,reference to historical events,and illustrations.

Question 8

09-09 In developing her speech on scuba diving,Rachael is trying to decide whether or not to tell the audience in her introduction that she has been a diver since she was a freshman in high school.She wonders if this will help or hurt her credibility.What textbook advice applies here?

A)Rachael should avoid describing her experience because she will appear to be speaker-centered and not audience-centered.
B)Rachael should give a brief,credibility-building explanation of her experience with the topic.
C)Rachael should avoid referencing her personal experience with the topic because it will make her appear boastful and actually detract from her credibility.
D)For the sake of suspense,Rachael should wait until her conclusion to describe her diving experience.

Question 9

09-10 A signpost that enumerates the ideas and points that will be presented in a speech is known as

A)a summary.
B)a specific purpose.
C)a preview.
D)an emphasis statement.

Question 10

09-19 Leonard walked to the podium,made direct eye contact with the audience,then asked the audience: "Have you ever wondered what a hot dog is made of? Do you really want to know?" What introductory device was Leonard using?

A)opening with a startling facts
B)asking rhetorical questions
C)establishing his credibility
D)using personal references

Question 11

09-20 Which of the following is TRUE of making a reference to a recent event in your introduction?

A)Most audiences find this introduction tactic somewhat boring.
B)It can enhance your credibility by showing that you are knowledgeable about current affairs.
C)If you choose to use a recent event in your introduction,it must be an event that has occurred within the last week or,at the very most,month.
D)It is a risky tactic because it can confuse audience members who don't follow current affairs.

Question 12

09-11 A speaker who describes his/her main points as part of the introduction is utilizing what device?

A)a credibility statement
B)a specific purpose statement
C)a preview statement
D)an internal summary

Question 13

09-01 The first priority in an introduction is to

A)reveal the topic.
B)preview the main ideas.
C)get the audience's attention.
D)establish credibility.

Question 14

09-05 A credible speaker is someone who

A)audience members believe they can trust.
B)has committed his or her speech to memory.
C)avoids the use of showy,attention-getting tactics.
D)is willing to learn from the audience.

Question 15

09-16 Quotations should be used

A)at least once in every section of your speech.
B)when they are extremely interesting,compelling,or very much to the point.
C)following all historical or occasion references.
D)every time you need an introduction.

Question 16

09-08 In the introduction to your speech,a good way to establish your credibility is to

A)start with a well-known quotation.
B)be well-prepared and confident.
C)summarize your main ideas.
D)state your specific purpose.

Question 17

09-15 "98 percent of the 2012 graduates of the Thomas Jefferson School of Law in San Diego,California,graduated with an average of $168,800 in student debt." This is an example of a(n)

A)rhetorical question
B)personal reference
C)startling statistic
D)anecdote

Question 18

09-04 According to the text,the most obvious purpose of a speech introduction is to

A)get the audience's attention.
B)introduce the subject of your speech.
C)establish your credibility.
D)establish proximity with your audience.

Question 19

09-13 What does the text state is the most inherently interesting type of supporting material?

A)a startling introductory device
B)a specific purpose statement
C)a summary
D)an anecdote

Question 20

09-03 In an introduction,proximity refers to

A)how close the speaker is to the audience.
B)the currency of the information.
C)the degree to which the audience trusts the speaker.
D)the degree to which the information directly affects the audience.

Question 21

09-28 What is the purpose of making a reference to the introduction in the conclusion?

A)It provides a sense of closure.
B)It is a way to develop proximity.
C)It requires less work because you can reuse material.
D)It is a way to build speaker credibility.

Question 22

09-32 Perhaps the most obvious purpose of an introduction is to introduce the subject of a speech.

Question 23

09-26 Terms like "finally," "in conclusion," and "in closing" are examples of devices that

A)motivate an audience to respond or be moved to action.
B)signal the end of the speech.
C)summarize the main points in a speech.
D)reemphasize the main point in a memorable way.

Question 24

09-23 Which of the following is a purpose of a speech conclusion?

A)provide new material
B)summarize the main ideas
C)stir guilt in the audience
D)fade out gradually

Question 25

09-25 "So we must all do something to end domestic violence;we must all be prepared to confront this issue in our own neighborhoods and homes,so that we become part of the solution,not part of the problem." The preceding statement is an example of a

A)startling statement.
B)reemphasis on the central idea.
C)statement to motivate the audience to respond.
D)preview summary statement.

Question 26

09-31 You can help establish listening motivation by showing the members of your audience how the topic affects them directly.

Question 27

09-30 In his speech about registering to vote,Dan explains the new legislation that allows voter registration to coincide with driver's license renewal.But he concludes the speech by stating that any person who is not registered should go by one of several locations that he has listed on the chalkboard to register in time for the next election.Finally,Dan reiterates: "Everyone please register to vote;it's your right and your duty as a citizen." What aspect of effective conclusions has Dan utilized?

A)a personal reference to his own experience
B)an inspirational appeal or challenge to the audience
C)a reference to the introduction
D)an effective summary of main points in a speech

Question 28

09-27 ______ is the quality of a conclusion that makes a speech "sound finished."

A)Closure
B)Proximity
C)Credibility
D)Charisma

Question 29

09-35 According to the text,an illustration or anecdote is the most inherently interesting type of supporting material.

Question 30

09-34 One way to build credibility in the introduction is to be prepared and to appear confident.

Question 31

09-39 A rhetorical question is intended to provoke thought,rather than elicit an answer.

Question 32

09-33 A way to establish proximity is to tell the audience of your personal experience with your topic.

Question 33

09-40 An effective conclusion will summarize the speech and provide closure.

Question 34

09-38 Humor,handled well,can be a wonderful attention getter.

Question 35

09-36 Startling an audience with the extent of a situation or problem invariably catches their attention but discourages them from listening further.

Question 36

09-21 Thanking someone for inviting you to speak,as part of your introduction,is called a

A)rhetorical device.
B)reference to a recent event.
C)personal illustration.
D)personal reference.

Question 37

09-24 Reemphasizing the central idea in a memorable way,moving an audience to action,and restating the main ideas are all functions of the

A)speech introduction.
B)specific purpose.
C)central idea.
D)speech conclusion.

Question 38

09-37 It is a good idea to use a quotation in your introduction when a past writer or speaker has expressed an opinion on your topic that is more authoritative,comprehensive,or memorable than what you can say.

Question 39

09-22 The statement "This is a great day,because so many people from so many walks of life have gathered in this place to celebrate the life of Martin Luther King,Jr." is an example of an introductory device called a reference to

A)the occasion.
B)something personal.
C)a recent event.
D)a historical event.

Question 40

09-29 In her introduction to her speech about eating disorders,Sheila told the story of her friend who almost died of anorexia.In her conclusion,she reminded her audience of what her friend went through and explained that her friend was currently doing well in her battle against the disease.Was this an appropriate strategy for her speech?

A)Yes;this is a concluding strategy known as a reference to the introduction.
B)Yes;this is a concluding strategy known as a reference to the occasion.
C)No;the introduction and conclusion are separate elements of a speech and should not overlap.
D)Yes;this is a concluding strategy known as an appeal to action.

Question 41

09-46 List five purposes of the introduction and provide a method for accomplishing each purpose.

Question 42

09-44 If your topic is timely,a reference to a _____ can be a good way to begin your speech.

Question 43

09-42 An _____ is an illustration or story.

Question 44

09-49 What are the two main purposes of a conclusion?

Question 45

09-41 _____ is an audience's perception of a speaker as a believable authority and competent speaker.

Question 46

09-50 Provide several examples of verbal and nonverbal cues that can be used to signal the end of a speech.

Question 47

09-43 A _____ question is intended to provoke a thought rather than elicit an answer.

Question 48

09-47 How can a speaker use quotations effectively in a speech?

Question 49

09-45 The quality of a conclusion that makes a speech sound finished is called _____.

Question 50

09-48 How can a speaker turn questions into an effective introduction?