Questions and Answers
If your total speaking time was 6 minutes (360 seconds), approximately how long should the introduction be?
36-50 seconds
The term 'SENDER' is synonymous with the term 'RECEIVER.'
False
Public speaking is 'audience centered' as opposed to 'speaker centered.'
True
Where in the speech do you place 'EXTERNAL TRANSITIONS'?
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Dyadic communication involves a small number of people who can see and speak directly with one another.
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What does it mean to be accountable for what you say within a speech?
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Noise, either physical or psychological, refers to a listening distraction.
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Which of the following is NOT a possible cause for communication apprehension/public-speaking anxiety?
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Procrastination usually leads to increased public speaking anxiety.
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Performance anxiety in speechmaking is probably most pronounced during the introduction phase.
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When experiencing preparation anxiety, it is best to push through the practice session.
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Which strategy involves identifying negative self-statements regarding apprehension?
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State-like communication apprehension refers to generalized anxiety.
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What refers to the content of the communication process?
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What term refers to the audience's verbal or nonverbal response to a message?
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What term refers to the medium through which the speaker sends a message?
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The practice of giving speeches was known as rhetoric in Ancient Greece.
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Which term refers to the process of converting thoughts into words?
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What method of delivery refers to reading a speech verbatim?
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The preferred method of delivery in comm 130 is the 'Extemporaneous' method.
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Which method of delivery involves speaking in a structured yet non-scripted way?
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The pace at which you convey your speech refers to what?
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Pitch is the range of sounds from low to high.
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It is not important to practice the nonverbal elements of a speech.
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A 'prop' can be any live or inanimate object.
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Visual aids always make the presentation better and more interesting.
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It is a good idea to hide presentation aids when not in use.
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Which speech aid is best for representing trends over time?
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Does a visual/presentation aid make the speech easier to follow?
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Study Notes
Speaking Time Guidelines
- An introduction for a 6-minute speech should last between 36-50 seconds.
Communication Model Basics
- In communication models, "SENDER" and "RECEIVER" are not synonymous.
Audience-Centered Approach
- Public speaking prioritizes audience engagement over the speaker's perspective.
Speech Structure
- "EXTERNAL TRANSITIONS" should be placed before and after major points in a speech.
Dyadic Communication
- "Dyadic communication" does not involve only a small number of people who can see and speak directly.
Accountability in Speech
- Being accountable for speech content is referred to as "Responsibility."
Impact of Noise
- Noise, either physical or psychological, acts as a distraction that inhibits message transmission.
Causes of Communication Apprehension
- Causes of public-speaking anxiety include feeling subordinate and feeling isolated, but not remembering past failures.
Procrastination Effects
- Procrastination often leads to increased public speaking anxiety.
Performance Anxiety
- Performance anxiety is usually at its peak during the introduction of a speech.
Preparation Anxiety Strategy
- It is advisable to take breaks during practice sessions to manage preparation anxiety.
Negative Self-Statements
- Cognitive restructuring involves identifying and addressing negative self-statements.
State-like vs. Trait-like Apprehension
- "State-like" communication apprehension does not imply generalized anxiety across all communication situations.
Communication Process Content
- The term "Message" refers to the content of the communication process.
Audience Feedback
- Feedback is defined as the audience's verbal or nonverbal responses to a message.
Communication Medium
- A "Communication Channel" is the medium through which a speaker transmits a message.
Historical Context of Rhetoric
- The practice of giving speeches was originally known as rhetoric or oratory in Ancient Greece.
Thought Conversion Process
- Encoding refers to the process of converting thoughts into words.
Delivery Methods
- The "Manuscript" method involves reading a speech verbatim.
- The preferred delivery method in Comm 130 is "Extemporaneous."
- Extemporaneous delivery allows structured, non-scripted speech with examples and explanations.
Speech Dynamics
- Rate refers to the speed at which a speech is delivered.
- "Pitch" describes the range from low to high sounds.
Importance of Nonverbal Practice
- Practicing nonverbal elements of a speech is crucial; they should not occur solely by chance during delivery.
Props in Presentations
- A "prop" can include any live or inanimate object used in presentations.
Visual Aids Efficacy
- Visual aids do not always guarantee a better or more interesting presentation.
Managing Presentation Aids
- It is advisable to keep presentation aids visible, not hidden, when not currently referenced.
Effective Presentation Aids
- Line graphs are ideal for showing trends or changes over time.
Relevance of Aids to Speech Clarity
- Whether a visual aid makes the speech easier to follow is a critical consideration for its use.
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