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Consider this image.

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as an informative tool outlining the timeline for voting in a class election
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as a persuasive device encouraging students to vote in a school election
C
as an informative tool comparing the candidates in a school election
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as a persuasive device demanding students research the issues in an election
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Consider this image.

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an informative presentation about how to read food labels
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a persuasive presentation about the importance of healthy food choices
C
a persuasive presentation about the superiority of organic food
D
an informative presentation about the US Food and Drug Administration
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Two major components of active listening are __________________.

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effort and focus
B
context & message
C
delivery & audience
D
organization & compatibility
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In choosing a topic for a speech, you should always consider whether it is _____________ and _____________ .

A
appropriate; interesting
B
narrow; interesting
C
original; important
D
important; appropriate
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Read this source of information.(1) Drivers must remain alert at all times, scanning the roadway for potential changes and dangers. (2) Many activities distract drivers, such as eating, drinking, and changing the radio station. (3) Conversations with other car occupants and text conversations are common distractions.(4) Some studies suggest that texting doubles a driver’s reaction time to roadway hazards.

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Jeff fell asleep in his chair while Elizabeth was delivering a speech on the effects of pollution on the atmosphere. This is an example of failing to _________________.

A
listen for total meaning
B
listen with empathy
C
listen with an open mind
D
listen ethically
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To listen actively, one must do all of the following except:

A
make an effort to understand the message
B
look carefully for valuable information
C
avoid becoming self-focused
D
All of the above are necessary for active listening.
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All of the following students are attempting to limit their speech topics except:

A
Justin writes the word “Psychology” at the top of a piece of paper. He then draws two lines down and writes “Marriage & Family Counseling” on one, and “Addiction, Abuse, & Trauma Counseling”on the other.
B
Geoff writes the word “Rodeos” on a white board and he and three of his friends begin to ask each other different questions about all the different aspects of this sport.
C
Daria visits her university library’s website and types in the words “Fly Fishing” to the search directory.
D
Jasmine opens up one of her parents’ encyclopedias and starts skimming each entry starting with the letter “A” while taking careful notes of everything that catches her interest.
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Gina considers herself pro-cell phone, and quickly forgot most of the main points of Mark’s persuasive speech on why students should not be allowed to use their cell phones at school. This is an example of a failure to ___________________.

A
listen ethically
B
listen with empathy
C
listen with an open mind
D
listen for total meaning
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Knowing your target ____________ will help you tailor your speech to their specific needs.

A
heart rate
B
subgroups
C
audience
D
group
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Which of the following does not illustrate the survey method of choosing a speech topic?

A
Steven watches the news carefully jotting down ideas from the top headlines of the day.
B
Allison asks the students in each of her classes which of her top two speech topics they would prefer to hear.
C
Farrah visits www.gallup.com to gauge which political issue is foremost on the public’s mind.
D
All of the above are examples of using the survey method.
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Which of the following is not an example of an effective critique of Dr. Martin Luther King’s “I Have a Dream” speech?

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I could tell he was passionate about his topic, but I found Dr. King’s speech to be too long and, at times, rather boring.
B
One can feel Dr. King’s passion for his topic, however the introduction to his talk could have been shortened in order to better keep the audience engaged.
C
Though, at times, wordy, Dr. King’s passion for his topic and the historical and religious imagery he uses evoke strong emotion and keep his audience engaged.
D
All of the above are effective critiques.
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Which of the following would probably be the most effective choice for a speech topic?

A
molecular biology
B
the history of democracy
C
zoology in the Australian outback
D
the migration habits of Tasmanian wombats
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Injecting humor and physically moving are two ways to adapt to which type of audience feedback?

A
boredom
B
disagreement
C
confusion
D
hostility
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Which of the following is not necessarily something you must consider when choosing a topic for a speech?

A
the needs and interests of your audience
B
your own interests
C
the speaking occasion
D
One must consider all of the above when choosing a topic.
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The purpose of learning about your audience, asking questions before presenting, and analyzing the diversity of your audience is to be able to:

A
understand basic characteristics of the audience
B
tailor your speech to meet the audience’s needs
C
acknowledge controversy and ask for careful consideration
D
All of the above.
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Kiara's job is to review artwork and present feedback to the museum curator. What does Kiara provide when she states, "the sculpture was good, yet underwhelming."

A
a critique
B
a critic
C
a criticism
D
a criteria
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What is the main problem with the following critique? “I’ve never liked horses, so I didn’t think your speech was very interesting. Besides, the way your voice sounds has always bugged me.”

A
It is not objective.
B
It is not ethical.
C
It is not specific.
D
It is not behavior focused.
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John typically sits quietly in his desk and listens intently to his teacher. He gets very nervous when called on to answer a question. His upcoming assignment to speak in front of the class about a book he read recently is causing him to lose sleep and feel sick to his stomach. John is likely feeling apprehensive due to his:

A
lack of confidence
B
inexperience & lack of preparation
C
fear of being the center of attention
D
negative past experiences
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Which of the following would be the most appropriate speech topic for a group of corporate executives?

A
marine biology in the South Pacific
B
pros and cons of the WalMart business model
C
good dental hygiene practices
D
the origin of Santa Claus in various cultures

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