Question 1

Bhupinder is an international student who is aware that his accent sometimes prevents others from truly understanding the ideas he is trying to communicate. During his speech on cable-stayed bridges, Bhupinder takes the time to pronounce his words clearly. This clear and distinct pronunciation of words is called
A) rate.
B) articulation.
C) inflection.
D) volume.

Accepted Answer

Articulation refers to the clarity or distinctness with which sounds are produced, including the pronunciation of words. In this case, Bhupinder is focusing on pronouncing his words clearly to improve his communication.

Question 2

While giving her speech on the pros and cons of online banking, Laila noticed two students texting and one student using her laptop computer. Worried that she lost her audience's attention, Laila remembered that she sometimes speaks in a monotone voice. Using this feedback, which vocal quality should Laila change in order to improve her delivery skills?
A) Inflection
B) Articulation
C) Speech rate
D) Volume

Accepted Answer

Inflection refers to the variation of pitch and tone in one's voice while speaking. By adding more inflection, Laila could make her speech more interesting and engaging, potentially holding her audience's attention better. Articulation and speech rate may also be important factors, but the given feedback specifically mentions Laila's monotone voice, making inflection the most relevant choice in this situation. Volume may also play a role, but it is not mentioned as a concern in the given feedback.

Question 3

A thoughtful and well-placed _____ helps a speaker shift from one idea to the next, as well as when the speaker is striving to really emphasize the importance of a point.
A) pause
B) articulation
C) inflection
D) rate

Accepted Answer

A pause allows the speaker to signify to the audience that they are moving on to a new idea, or that the point they just made is particularly important and deserving of emphasis.

Question 4

Martina knows that her classmates are basically kind. She knows it will soon be their turn to stand at the front of the room to deliver their own speeches. What is this part of understanding speech anxiety called?
A) Focusing on the topic
B) Developing a positive attitude
C) Remembering you are not alone
D) Controlling excess tension

Accepted Answer

This part of understanding speech anxiety is called "Remembering you are not alone," as it involves recognizing that others share similar feelings and experiences, which can reduce the sense of isolation and anxiety.

Question 5

Remembering that you have prepared something worthwhile to say, and that no one will know your topic as well as you, is part of
A) developing a positive attitude.
B) the parts of speech.
C) organizing your outline.
D) speech preparation.

Accepted Answer

Remembering that you have prepared something worthwhile to say and having a positive attitude is important in feeling confident during a speech.

Question 6

Because clearly explaining how to use the defibrillator is so important, what is the best delivery style for this kind of speech?
A) Extemporaneous
B) Impromptu
C) Memorized
D) Manuscript

Accepted Answer

A manuscript delivery style ensures accuracy and completeness, which is crucial for explaining the use of a defibrillator.

Question 7

At Carl's retirement party, the vice president of programming asked if anyone would like to come forward to say a few words about Carl's 30 years of devoted service. Judy stepped forward and told a funny story about Carl conducting a meeting while trapped in an elevator. Judy's speech was a success even though she did not have advanced notice or time to practice. This type of speech delivery is called
A) impromptu.
B) manuscript.
C) extemporaneous.
D) memorized.

Accepted Answer

An impromptu speech is delivered without prior preparation or rehearsal. In this scenario, Judy's speech was impromptu as she did not have advanced notice or time to practice.

Question 8

Which delivery style requires the greatest investment in time?
A) Memorized
B) Impromptu
C) Manuscript
D) Extemporaneous

Accepted Answer

Memorized speeches require the greatest investment in time because they involve not only composing the speech but also committing every word to memory. This process is more time-consuming than preparing for impromptu, manuscript, or extemporaneous speeches, which do not require memorization of the entire speech.

Question 9

Aarti stood just to the left-of-center of her classroom when she began her speech. She took three steps to the right before beginning her first main point, and moved again after completing each main point. Aarti's movement was purposeful and represents which public speaking technique?
A) Presentation aids
B) Foot gesturing
C) Bodily expressions
D) Walking transitions

Accepted Answer

Aarti's movement from left to right after each main point represents walking transitions, which is a public speaking technique used to visually signal the end of one main point and the start of another.

Question 10

Bridget and Sami went to the local university to hear a respected art historian discuss how forensic science is used to spot painting forgeries. The speaker was thoroughly prepared and practiced yet delivered the speech in such a way that it seemed like he was having a conversation with the audience instead of delivering a lecture. This type of delivery is used in a (n) _______ speech.
A) impromptu
B) manuscript
C) memorized
D) extemporaneous

Accepted Answer

The description of the delivery as a conversation with the audience suggests that the speech was extemporaneous, meaning it was thoroughly planned and prepared beforehand but delivered in a conversational tone without relying on a manuscript or memorization.

Question 11

What term refers to a speaker's apparent natural behavior at the time of delivery?
A) Sincerity
B) Superficiality
C) Spontaneity
D) Individuality

Accepted Answer

Spontaneity refers to a speaker's apparent natural behavior at the time of delivery, which can make their presentation more engaging for the audience. Sincerity and individuality are also important aspects of effective public speaking, but they do not specifically refer to the speaker's behavior during delivery. Superficiality, on the other hand, implies a lack of depth or genuineness and is not a desirable trait for a public speaker.

Question 12

What term represents a speaker's care regarding the topic, its presentation, and the audience?
A) Inflection
B) Sincerity
C) Charisma
D) Spontaneity

Accepted Answer

Sincerity represents a speaker's authenticity and genuine concern for the topic and audience, which is important in being an effective and persuasive communicator. Inflection refers to the variation in pitch or tone of a speaker's voice, charisma is a quality of charm or magnetism, and spontaneity refers to the quality of being spontaneous or unscripted. While these qualities may also be important, sincerity is particularly relevant to the speaker's care for the topic, presentation, and audience.

Question 13

Emily was giving a speech about the importance of immunizations for children. She wore her nursing uniform to class while giving her speech. This is an example of using which factor of delivery to enhance a speaker's credibility?
A) Appearance
B) Posture
C) Facial expressions
D) Gestures

Accepted Answer

Wearing a nursing uniform can enhance the speaker's credibility by demonstrating their professional background and expertise on the topic. This falls under the factor of appearance in delivery.

Question 14

Andrew is leaning against the blackboard, Jacques is sprawling over the lectern, and Erin is loose and casual as she speaks. All of these students may want to work on what element of delivery to improve their presentation?
A) Facial expressions
B) Gestures
C) Posture
D) Articulation

Accepted Answer

All three students are exhibiting poor posture which can detract from their presentation. Andrew is leaning against the blackboard which can make him appear unprofessional and unconfident. Jacques is sprawling over the lectern which can make him appear too relaxed and uninterested. Erin is loose and casual which can also make her appear too relaxed and unprofessional. Improving their posture can help convey confidence and engage their audience.

Question 15

In our culture, __________ while speaking in public is extremely important because it communicates confidence and the appearance of a strong self-concept.
A) scanning the audience
B) looking at your note cards
C) direct eye contact
D) looking out the window

Accepted Answer

Direct eye contact is the most effective way to establish trust and credibility with the audience. It shows that you are confident and engaged in the message you are delivering.

Question 16

A speaker who speaks too softly during speech delivery will most likely be perceived as what?
A) Being nervous
B) Being monotone
C) Inarticulate
D) Lacking confidence

Accepted Answer

A quiet speaker may signal a lack of confidence, which can negatively impact their credibility and the audience's perception of their authority on the topic.

Question 17

Merely taking a deep breath or a few steps away from the lectern may help free your body of extra energy and help you feel more relaxed when delivering your speech. What is this part of understanding speech anxiety called?
A) Focusing on the topic
B) Controlling excess tension
C) Focusing on audience feedback
D) Developing a positive attitude

Accepted Answer

This is called controlling excess tension, which is a technique for managing speech anxiety.

Question 18

Steven is anxious to get through his speech as fast as he can. As a result, he speaks so rapidly no one can understand a word he says. Which vocal quality does Steven need to work on to improve his delivery skills?
A) Volume
B) Rate
C) Pitch
D) Articulation

Accepted Answer

Steven needs to work on his rate of speech. Speaking too rapidly can make it difficult for the audience to understand, so slowing down can improve clarity and comprehension.

Question 19

If your audience is to understand the words in your speech, you must say them correctly. What is this called?
A) Paralanguage
B) Inflection
C) Articulation
D) Pronunciation

Accepted Answer

Pronunciation refers to the way words are pronounced, which is crucial for the audience to understand what is being said. Paralanguage refers to non-verbal vocal cues such as tone and pitch, while inflection is the variation in pitch or tone of the voice during speech. Articulation refers to the physical production of sounds in speech.

Question 20

Charts, graphs, and photos are excellent tools that can be enhanced with the use of
A) gestures.
B) inflection.
C) PowerPoint.
D) citations.

Accepted Answer

PowerPoint is a presentation software that allows for the easy integration of charts, graphs, and photos into a cohesive and visually appealing presentation. While gestures and inflection can also enhance a presentation, they are not specifically related to the use of visual aids. Citations are important for providing sources of information but do not directly enhance the visual aids themselves.

Quiz 14: Delivering Your Speech

A thoughtful and well-placed _____ helps a speaker shift from one idea to the next, as well as when the speaker is striving to really emphasize the importance of a point.

Martina knows that her classmates are basically kind. She knows it will soon be their turn to stand at the front of the room to deliver their own speeches. What is this part of understanding speech anxiety called?

Remembering that you have prepared something worthwhile to say, and that no one will know your topic as well as you, is part of

Because clearly explaining how to use the defibrillator is so important, what is the best delivery style for this kind of speech?

Which delivery style requires the greatest investment in time?

Aarti stood just to the left-of-center of her classroom when she began her speech. She took three steps to the right before beginning her first main point, and moved again after completing each main point. Aarti's movement was purposeful and represents which public speaking technique?

What term refers to a speaker's apparent natural behavior at the time of delivery?

What term represents a speaker's care regarding the topic, its presentation, and the audience?

Emily was giving a speech about the importance of immunizations for children. She wore her nursing uniform to class while giving her speech. This is an example of using which factor of delivery to enhance a speaker's credibility?

Andrew is leaning against the blackboard, Jacques is sprawling over the lectern, and Erin is loose and casual as she speaks. All of these students may want to work on what element of delivery to improve their presentation?

In our culture, __________ while speaking in public is extremely important because it communicates confidence and the appearance of a strong self-concept.

A speaker who speaks too softly during speech delivery will most likely be perceived as what?

Merely taking a deep breath or a few steps away from the lectern may help free your body of extra energy and help you feel more relaxed when delivering your speech. What is this part of understanding speech anxiety called?

Steven is anxious to get through his speech as fast as he can. As a result, he speaks so rapidly no one can understand a word he says. Which vocal quality does Steven need to work on to improve his delivery skills?

If your audience is to understand the words in your speech, you must say them correctly. What is this called?

Charts, graphs, and photos are excellent tools that can be enhanced with the use of