Which of the following is an example of the foot-in-the-door method of asking for change?
Your teacher has assigned you to give a description speech. Choose a topic for your description speech. Discuss what you need to develop your speech.
Answers will vary. Student should list a topic that could be described in detail focusing on the senses. Things to develop should include: spatial or topical org, sensory terms, presentation aids, answer the journalistic ?’s.
A __________ organizational style is the best choice if your main points need to go in a certain order.
The ______________ refers to the degree of speed you use when speaking.
After listening to Christine’s speech, Albert tells her that it was good, but it was “kinda boring”, and that most people probably won’t care about her message. This is an example of:
Whenever Jeff is asked to speak in public, his nerves cause him to feel very nauseous. One time he even threw up in front of his entire church congregation while speaking at the pulpit. Jeff’s apprehension is probably a result of his:
What is the main problem with the following critique? “Your organization was confusing, you spoke too quietly and couldn’t be heard, your visual aids were distracting, and your presentation was much too long.”
“Stephanie was valedictorian and student body president at her high school.” is an example of _____________.
It is best to limit your topic for all of the following reasons except:
Your friend is preparing a speech for class tomorrow. She asks you to watch her speech and give her feedback. During her speech she stares at her paper and rarely looks up. You can barely hear or understand what she is saying. She rocks back and forth from one leg to the other. Her speech lasts 28 minutes and is filled with long quotes from scientists. When she finishes you really don’t remember what she spoke about.Prepare a critique of your friend’s speech. Remember the guidelines for effective critiques!
Answers will vary, but should address both positive and negative aspects of the presentation, and be constructive, specific, behavior focused, objective, and ethical.
Which of the following is the best example of a vivid description?
Which of the following would be the most effective thesis statement for a persuasive speech?
Appeals to a desire for safety and self-actualization are examples of ___________.
The skills you have learned in your Public Speaking course help you to feel more confident and you finally muster the courage to start up a conversation with someone you’ve been admiring from afar. This is an example of how public speaking can help improve your _______________.
All of the following are examples of supporting materials, except:
If all of your points are equally important and can go in any order, you should choose which organizational style?
Which of the following would be the most effective thesis statement for an informative speech?
Briefly explain why it is important to use simple language in your speeches and presentations.
Complex, technical language does not make you sound “smart” or sophisticated. Instead, it will usually confuse your audience and cause them to lose interest in what you are saying. Using simple language ensures that your audience can understand your message.
What is the best type of organization for explaining, step by step, how to get to your housefrom school?
All of the following are strategies for creating interesting presentations, except:
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