Question 1

Extemporaneous delivery means delivering a speech "ofthe cuff," with no advance preparation.

Accepted Answer

Extemporaneous delivery involves delivering a speech with some level of preparation and practice, but without memorizing it word-for-word or reading it fully scripted, allowing for some spontaneity.

Question 2

In order to learn your first speech well enough to deliver it extemporaneously, you need to practice it out loud.

Accepted Answer

Practicing a speech out loud is essential for learning it well enough to deliver it extemporaneously, as it helps with memorization, pacing, and inflection.

Question 3

One othe advantages othe extemporaneous method odelivery is that it enables you to maintain eye contact with your audience.

Accepted Answer

The extemporaneous method of delivery involves speaking from a prepared outline or notes rather than memorizing or reading a script verbatim, allowing for more natural eye contact with the audience.

Question 4

When it is your turn to speak, you should hurry to the front othe room and start talking immediately so you don't lose the audience's attention.

Accepted Answer

Taking a moment to compose yourself and connect with the audience before starting to speak can help in engaging them more effectively and making a stronger impact.

Question 5

One othe most common mistakes students make on their first speech is trying to cover too much.

Accepted Answer

Trying to cover too much material in a first speech is a common mistake because it can overwhelm the audience and prevent the speaker from effectively communicating their main points.

Question 6

Most experts recommend that you read your speeches to the audience so you don't forget any othe words.

Accepted Answer

Most experts recommend practicing and knowing your speech well, but speaking naturally and engagingly with the audience, rather than reading it verbatim, to maintain a connection and ensure the delivery is dynamic and interesting.

Question 7

According to your textbook, the best way to practice a speech is to look silently over your notes until you think you know the speech well enough to deliver it in class.

Accepted Answer

The best way to practice a speech involves actively rehearsing out loud, ideally in a setting similar to where the speech will be delivered, to better prepare for the actual presentation and to ensure familiarity with the material beyond just silent review.

Question 8

Your textbook recommends that you present your first speech without advance preparation so it will sound spontaneous in class.

Accepted Answer

Most textbooks and public speaking guides recommend preparing and practicing your speech in advance to ensure clarity, coherence, and to effectively convey your message. Spontaneity is often encouraged in the delivery, but not at the expense of preparation.

Question 9

As your textbook states, colorful or descriptive language is an effective way to generate audience interest in an introductory speech.

Accepted Answer

Colorful or descriptive language engages the audience's imagination and emotions, making the speech more interesting and memorable, thus effectively generating audience interest.

Question 10

Each main point in the body oyour first speech should cover a single aspect othe topic.

Accepted Answer

Each main point in a speech should focus on a single aspect of the topic to maintain clarity and organization, allowing the audience to better understand and follow the presentation.

Question 11

For your first speech, your textbook recommends trying to end on a clever or thought-provoking note.

Accepted Answer

Ending a speech on a clever or thought-provoking note is often recommended because it can leave a lasting impression on the audience, making the speech more memorable and engaging.

Question 12

Much othe anxiety associated with public speaking comes from lack oexperience giving speeches.

Accepted Answer

Many people feel anxious about public speaking because they do not have much experience doing it, and unfamiliarity or lack of practice can increase feelings of anxiety and nervousness.

Question 13

Taking a moment to look at your audience and smile before you begin to speak can help you establish rapport with them.

Accepted Answer

Smiling at your audience before you begin to speak can make you appear more approachable and friendly, helping to establish a positive connection and rapport with them.

Question 14

When you give a speech, you should try to have the same expressiveness in your voice as you have in ordinary conversation.

Accepted Answer

In a speech, using a level of expressiveness similar to that in ordinary conversation helps to keep the audience engaged and makes the message more relatable and impactful.

Question 15

According to your textbook, the best way to prepare to give your first speech is to memorize it and deliver it word for word.

Accepted Answer

Memorizing a speech word for word is generally not recommended because it can lead to a delivery that sounds unnatural and lacks the flexibility to adapt to audience reactions or to recover smoothly from mistakes. It's better to understand the main ideas and practice delivering them in a conversational manner.

Question 16

When delivering your first speech, you should try to adopt the relaxed and confident tone you use in everyday in conversation.

Accepted Answer

Adopting a relaxed and confident tone similar to everyday conversation can make your speech more engaging and natural, helping to connect with your audience and reduce speaking anxiety.

Question 17

When you give your speech, you should try to make eye contact with your audience as much as you can.

Accepted Answer

Making eye contact with your audience during a speech helps to engage them, build a connection, and make your delivery more effective and persuasive.

Question 18

The chronological method ospeech organization follows a time pattern.

Accepted Answer

The chronological method of speech organization arranges the main ideas in the order that they happened in time, following a sequence from beginning to end.

Question 19

Use onegative stereotypes in an introductory speech is acceptable as long as they are used in a humorous way.

Accepted Answer

Using negative stereotypes, even in a humorous way, can perpetuate harmful biases and offend or alienate members of the audience.

Question 20

The topical method ospeech organization follows a time pattern.

Accepted Answer

The topical method of speech organization arranges the main points by subtopics or themes rather than by a time sequence.

Quiz 4: Giving Your First Speech