Question 1

Academic Search Complete and JSTOR are examples of
A)Web browsers.
B)Web directories.
C)full-text databases.
D)search engines.

Accepted Answer

Academic Search Complete and JSTOR are full-text databases that provide access to scholarly articles, journals, and other academic resources. They allow users to search and access full-text academic literature.

Question 2

In a traditional library,the collection of books is called the
A)reference resources.
B)periodicals.
C)stashes.
D)stacks.

Accepted Answer

The collection of books in a traditional library is commonly referred to as "the stacks." "Reference resources" and "periodicals" refer to specific types of materials within the library's collection, while "stashes" is not a commonly used term in library terminology.

Question 3

Using "word pictures" that make people,places,and events come alive for the audience is a process known as
A)explanation.
B)description.
C)definition.
D)illustration.

Accepted Answer

Using "word pictures" to make people, places, and events come alive for the audience is known as description. This involves detailing characteristics, actions, and settings in a vivid manner.

Question 4

After her conversation with a representative from the health and wellness program at a local hospital,Jieun organizes her notes and decides which statements to quote in her speech.This form of supporting material is
A)firsthand experience.
B)an interview.
C)research.
D)peer testimony.

Accepted Answer

Jieun's notes are based on an interview she had with a representative from the health and wellness program at a local hospital. Therefore, the supporting material she is using is an interview.

Question 5

An illustration that includes the word "imagine," or presents a scenario that might happen,is
A)a hypothetical illustration.
B)an extended illustration.
C)a definition.
D)an explanation.

Accepted Answer

A hypothetical illustration presents a scenario that is not necessarily true or based on actual events, but rather is used to explore possibilities or encourage imagination.

Question 6

Tracie is gathering sources of support for her persuasive speech on animal testing for medical purposes.She makes use of Web sources and has a great deal of relevant material.However,when outlining the speech,she can't find the source of many of the facts and statistics she plans to use.What is Tracie's problem?
A)Tracie forgot to get full citations on her sources,but she can orally cite what she remembers.
B)Tracie needed a preliminary bibliography with all necessary material to locate the sources.
C)Tracie violated a principle of outlining;never insert supporting material into an outline for a speech.
D)Tracie doesn't have a problem;the audience trusts her to be truthful and not make up facts.

Accepted Answer

Tracie's problem is that she doesn't have the necessary information on her sources, which means she didn't create a preliminary bibliography with all the relevant material. It is important to keep track of sources during research to avoid this problem.

Question 7

A Web site that indexes World Wide Web information in a specific field is known as a
A)vertical search engine.
B)hyperlink.
C)directory.
D)browser.

Accepted Answer

A vertical search engine is a type of search engine that specializes in indexing and retrieving information from a specific field or industry, such as health care, finance, or education. The other options, a hyperlink, directory, and browser, do not specifically refer to a Web site that indexes information in a specific field.

Question 8

If,as supporting material for a speech,you discuss or demonstrate a process of any kind,you are
A)explaining why.
B)explaining how.
C)describing.
D)defining.

Accepted Answer

When discussing or demonstrating a process, the focus is on explaining how it is done step by step, making "explaining how" the best choice.

Question 9

The primary information-delivery system of the Internet is
A)a search engine.
B)the domain.
C)the World Wide Web.
D)cyberspace.

Accepted Answer

The World Wide Web (www) is the primary information-delivery system of the Internet. It allows users to access and share a vast array of information through websites, web pages, and hyperlinks. Search engines, domains, and cyberspace all play important roles in the functioning of the Internet, but they are not the primary information-delivery system.

Question 10

A lengthy illustration with a plot-a beginning,complications,a climactic point,and an end is called a(n)_____ illustration.
A)hypothetical
B)brief
C)extended
D)literal

Accepted Answer

An extended illustration is a lengthy story with a plot that includes a beginning, complications, a climactic point, and an end. This type of illustration is used to provide detailed and vivid examples to support a point or argument. The other options (hypothetical, brief, and literal) do not accurately describe the characteristics of an extended illustration.

Question 11

A statement that makes clear how something is done or why it exists in its present or past form is known as
A)a definition.
B)an explanation.
C)an image.
D)an analogy.

Accepted Answer

An explanation is a statement that clarifies how something is done or why it exists in its current or past form. It can provide further insight and understanding on a given topic. A definition is a statement that gives the meaning of a word, phrase or concept. An image refers to a visual representation of something. An analogy is a comparison between two things that are similar in some ways.

Question 12

Discussing your speech topic with someone who is knowledgeable on the subject is a method of gathering support material which is known as
A)expert testimony.
B)interviewing.
C)transition.
D)peer testimony.

Accepted Answer

Interviewing someone who is knowledgeable on your speech topic can provide valuable support material and insights for your presentation. This can help to strengthen your arguments and add credibility to your presentation. While expert testimony and peer testimony can also be effective methods of gathering support material, they do not necessarily involve engaging in a conversation or dialogue with a knowledgeable individual like interviewing does. Transition, on the other hand, refers to the way in which you connect your speech's main points to one another, and is not a method of gathering support material.

Question 13

Which of the following is true of Boolean searches on the Internet?
A)They provide too much information.
B)They help narrow your search.
C)They look for viruses on your computer.
D)They yield search results for sites in which your search words appear at random.

Accepted Answer

Boolean searches use operators such as "AND," "OR," and "NOT" to help narrow down search results and provide more relevant information.

Question 14

Joe is a former world weight lifter and professional body builder.He is preparing an informative speech on the abuse of steroids in physical fitness.Through his personal experiences,what quality can Joe add to the presentation of his speech?
A)motivation
B)credibility
C)satisfaction
D)persuasion

Accepted Answer

Joe's personal experiences as a former world weight lifter and professional body builder give him credibility on the topic of steroid abuse in physical fitness. He is likely to have firsthand knowledge and insight into the effects and dangers of using steroids, which can enhance the persuasiveness and effectiveness of his speech.

Question 15

A short illustration which is no longer than a sentence or two is called
A)a hypothetical illustration.
B)an explanation.
C)a brief illustration.
D)a literal illustration.

Accepted Answer

A short illustration is best described as a brief illustration, which is the option C. The other options do not accurately describe a short illustration.

Question 16

Marcie was conducting an interview with the local homeless shelter supervisor.The supervisor kept answering "Yes" or "No" to all of Marcie's questions.Marcie was getting frustrated because she was not getting the material she needed.What was the problem here?
A)Marcie was not at fault;the supervisor was just closed-minded and not helpful.
B)Marcie had planned only closed-ended questions and forgot to follow up by asking "Why?"
C)The supervisor was probably new and inexperienced and didn't know the answers.
D)Marcie should have asked to speak to more than one person at the shelter so she could have gotten more variety in the answers.

Accepted Answer

The problem is that Marcie had only planned closed-ended questions, which only require a "yes" or "no" answer, and had not followed up by asking open-ended questions that would elicit more detailed responses from the supervisor. Therefore, the best choice is B. The other choices do not accurately reflect the problem in this situation.

Question 17

Once you have arranged an interview with an authority on your speech topic,what is your next task?
A)ask the interviewee if you may audio- or video-tape the interview
B)conduct the interview with your interviewee as professionally as possible
C)plan for the interview by conducting research and planning specific questions
D)determine how you will use the interview information in your speech

Accepted Answer

Planning for the interview by conducting research and planning specific questions is necessary to ensure a successful interview and to gather relevant information for your speech. A and D are important steps as well, but should come after planning and conducting the interview. B is assumed and should be part of conducting the interview professionally.

Question 18

What does your textbook advise regarding the use of hypothetical illustrations in a speech?
A)Using a series of hypothetical illustrations can often have more impact than a single illustration.
B)Make sure your audience knows from the beginning that your illustration is hypothetical.
C)A hypothetical illustration is only effective if it is lengthy;brief hypotheticals are ineffective.
D)Hypothetical illustrations are fine in a conclusion,but shouldn't be used in the body of a speech.

Accepted Answer

The textbook advises that when using hypothetical illustrations in a speech, it's important to make sure the audience knows from the beginning that the example is hypothetical. This helps prevent confusion or misunderstanding.

Question 19

When using brief illustrations,it is often stronger to use
A)only one at a time,throughout your speech.
B)those that are not personal.
C)a series of them.
D)them only in the introduction or conclusion.

Accepted Answer

Using a series of brief illustrations throughout your speech can help to reinforce your points and keep your audience engaged. It is important, however, to ensure that the illustrations are relevant and support your overall message. Using too many illustrations or ones that are not closely related to your topic can detract from your message and make your speech less effective.

Question 20

In his speech about drinking and driving,David told the story of what happened to three of his friends.He went into detail about how they had been partying,how they wouldn't let anyone sober drive them home,and how their lives ended when the car they were in wrapped around a tree in the middle of the night.What kind of supporting material did David use in his speech?
A)a brief illustration
B)an extended illustration
C)a statistic
D)expert testimony

Accepted Answer

David used an extended illustration to support his message about the dangers of drinking and driving. He shared a detailed story about his friends and how their poor decisions led to a tragic outcome.

Quiz 7: Gathering and Using Supporting Material

Academic Search Complete and JSTOR are examples of

In a traditional library,the collection of books is called the

Using "word pictures" that make people,places,and events come alive for the audience is a process known as

After her conversation with a representative from the health and wellness program at a local hospital,Jieun organizes her notes and decides which statements to quote in her speech.This form of supporting material is

An illustration that includes the word "imagine," or presents a scenario that might happen,is

A Web site that indexes World Wide Web information in a specific field is known as a

If,as supporting material for a speech,you discuss or demonstrate a process of any kind,you are

The primary information-delivery system of the Internet is

A lengthy illustration with a plot-a beginning,complications,a climactic point,and an end is called a(n) _____ illustration.

A statement that makes clear how something is done or why it exists in its present or past form is known as

Discussing your speech topic with someone who is knowledgeable on the subject is a method of gathering support material which is known as

Which of the following is true of Boolean searches on the Internet?

Joe is a former world weight lifter and professional body builder.He is preparing an informative speech on the abuse of steroids in physical fitness.Through his personal experiences,what quality can Joe add to the presentation of his speech?

A short illustration which is no longer than a sentence or two is called

Marcie was conducting an interview with the local homeless shelter supervisor.The supervisor kept answering "Yes" or "No" to all of Marcie's questions.Marcie was getting frustrated because she was not getting the material she needed.What was the problem here?

Once you have arranged an interview with an authority on your speech topic,what is your next task?

What does your textbook advise regarding the use of hypothetical illustrations in a speech?

When using brief illustrations,it is often stronger to use