Fundamentals of Public Speaking

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Which type of language feature does oral language have more of compared to written language?

  • Precise numerical words
  • Repetition of words and syllables
  • Colloquial and nonstandard words (correct)
  • Quantifying terms

What is the essence of Pathos in public speaking?

  • Empathy and inspiration (correct)
  • Trust and credibility
  • Values and inspiration
  • Logic and proof

Which type of listening involves questioning or challenging the speaker's message?

  • Appreciative listening
  • Selective listening
  • Critical listening (correct)
  • Emphatic comprehensive listening

What is an example of an attention getter technique in public speaking?

<p>Telling a brief personal story (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of message is the residual message in public speaking?

<p>The message received by the speaker (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does Ethos represent in public speaking?

<p>Trust, credibility, and experience (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of public speaking?

<p>To make ideas public and influence others (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a similarity between different speeches according to the text?

<p>Using highly structured language (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the time-tested ways to develop confidence in public speaking?

<p>Visualizing success before speaking (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to avoid ethnocentrism in public speaking?

<p>To prevent hostility and promote inclusivity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key factors in choosing a speech topic according to the text?

<p>Considering the impact on the occasion, audience, and speaker qualification (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is focusing on audience centeredness important in public speaking?

<p>To tailor the speech to what the audience needs to know, believe, or do (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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