Communication Fundamentals: Purposeful Communication
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What is the purpose of communication to evoke?

  • To present a viewpoint
  • To stimulate emotions (correct)
  • To impart knowledge
  • To transmit pleasure and goodwill

Which principle of effective communication emphasizes using familiar words?

  • Organizing ideas
  • Knowing your audience
  • Following basic communication principles (correct)
  • Knowing your purpose

What is the purpose of an informative speech?

  • To stimulate emotions
  • To present new information (correct)
  • To persuade the audience
  • To entertain the audience

In what way does a communicator achieve the purpose of persuasion?

<p>By demolishing the listener's objection (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a type of purposeful communication as mentioned in the text?

<p>Discussing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of communication principles focuses on being an active participant in the communication process?

<p>Being an active participant (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of a demonstrative speech?

<p>To demonstrate or explain how to do something (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of speech is commonly used in debates and requires little to no preparation?

<p>Impromptu speech (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key message conveyed in the statement 'Know your why before you say'?

<p>Understanding the purpose of the speech is important before preparation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes a ceremonial speech from other types of speeches?

<p>It is delivered on special occasions to commemorate or honor (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of delivery involves the speaker reading directly from a prepared script?

<p>Read speech (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the key function of an inspirational speech?

<p>To motivate or inspire the audience (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding the purpose of your speech important?

<p>To improve the delivery and effectiveness (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of speech is aimed at entertaining or engaging the audience through humor or storytelling?

<p>Entertainment speech (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main characteristic of an impromptu speech?

<p>Little to no preparation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of purposeful delivery involves the speaker reading directly from a prepared script or manuscript?

<p>Read speech (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of delivering a demonstrative speech?

<p>To demonstrate or explain how to do something (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of communication delivery requires some preparation but does not involve a full script or memorization?

<p>Extemporaneous speech (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of communication as described in the text?

<p>Impart knowledge (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of speech aims to provide the audience with new information?

<p>Informative Speech (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What should a communicator do to be an effective communicator as per the text?

<p>Be an active participant (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which purpose of communication involves demolishing objections and moving listeners to action?

<p>To Argue (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the text suggest about knowing your audience in communication?

<p>It is important for effectiveness (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which element is essential to communication organization as per the text?

<p>Clear outline and structure (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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