Podcast
Questions and Answers
What type of response is more persuasive than advancing without acknowledgment of opposition?
What type of response is more persuasive than advancing without acknowledgment of opposition?
In a structured debate, what are the two opposing sides typically called?
In a structured debate, what are the two opposing sides typically called?
What should you do as an effective speaker if you feel unhappy about your topic?
What should you do as an effective speaker if you feel unhappy about your topic?
Which principle in public speaking emphasizes understanding your audience's characteristics?
Which principle in public speaking emphasizes understanding your audience's characteristics?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is NOT considered a macro-skill for effective debating?
Which of the following is NOT considered a macro-skill for effective debating?
Signup and view all the answers
What type of debate occurs in structured environments such as schools or legislative bodies?
What type of debate occurs in structured environments such as schools or legislative bodies?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is an appropriate opening gambit for a speech?
Which of the following is an appropriate opening gambit for a speech?
Signup and view all the answers
What should you do to effectively deliver a well-written speech?
What should you do to effectively deliver a well-written speech?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following best represents formal debate?
Which of the following best represents formal debate?
Signup and view all the answers
What should be done to honor a well-written speech?
What should be done to honor a well-written speech?
Signup and view all the answers
Which social networking service is primarily used for professional networking?
Which social networking service is primarily used for professional networking?
Signup and view all the answers
Why is it essential to pronounce and enunciate words correctly during a speech?
Why is it essential to pronounce and enunciate words correctly during a speech?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the primary importance of speech delivery?
What is the primary importance of speech delivery?
Signup and view all the answers
Which written form of professional communication is typically issued by mid-level positions to prompt action?
Which written form of professional communication is typically issued by mid-level positions to prompt action?
Signup and view all the answers
Which written mode of professional communication aims to attract clients or investors?
Which written mode of professional communication aims to attract clients or investors?
Signup and view all the answers
Which strategy is NOT effective in positively affecting the outcome of a debate?
Which strategy is NOT effective in positively affecting the outcome of a debate?
Signup and view all the answers
Which sentence contains a grammatical error in the use of parallel structure?
Which sentence contains a grammatical error in the use of parallel structure?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the primary focus of non-verbal communication?
What is the primary focus of non-verbal communication?
Signup and view all the answers
Which option best demonstrates good listening skills during a speech?
Which option best demonstrates good listening skills during a speech?
Signup and view all the answers
Why is good posture important while speaking?
Why is good posture important while speaking?
Signup and view all the answers
Which term describes a speech given without prior planning or preparation?
Which term describes a speech given without prior planning or preparation?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following does NOT represent a verbal communication skill?
Which of the following does NOT represent a verbal communication skill?
Signup and view all the answers
What does posture refer to in the context of public speaking?
What does posture refer to in the context of public speaking?
Signup and view all the answers
What does the term 'gesture' refer to in communication?
What does the term 'gesture' refer to in communication?
Signup and view all the answers
What is an incorrect technique to open or close an oral presentation?
What is an incorrect technique to open or close an oral presentation?
Signup and view all the answers
Which action contributes positively to effective posture during a speech?
Which action contributes positively to effective posture during a speech?
Signup and view all the answers
What does body language NOT refer to?
What does body language NOT refer to?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is essential for effective public speaking?
Which of the following is essential for effective public speaking?
Signup and view all the answers
Which statement about speech delivery is not true?
Which statement about speech delivery is not true?
Signup and view all the answers
What is suggested to enhance confidence while speaking?
What is suggested to enhance confidence while speaking?
Signup and view all the answers
Which statement best describes stage presence?
Which statement best describes stage presence?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following indicates effective speech structure?
Which of the following indicates effective speech structure?
Signup and view all the answers
What are the key components of an effective speech?
What are the key components of an effective speech?
Signup and view all the answers
What is the significance of stage presence in public speaking?
What is the significance of stage presence in public speaking?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of the following is NOT considered a paralinguistic cue?
Which of the following is NOT considered a paralinguistic cue?
Signup and view all the answers
What is essential for effective debating?
What is essential for effective debating?
Signup and view all the answers
How can listening skills contribute to personal development?
How can listening skills contribute to personal development?
Signup and view all the answers
Which of these is an appropriate attire consideration for female speakers in a debate?
Which of these is an appropriate attire consideration for female speakers in a debate?
Signup and view all the answers
What is a debater expected to be prepared with?
What is a debater expected to be prepared with?
Signup and view all the answers
What role do assumptions play in argumentation?
What role do assumptions play in argumentation?
Signup and view all the answers
Study Notes
Identifying Errors
- Ivy loves singing, cooking, and teaching. (No error)
- Mark is courageous, intelligent, and compassionate. (No error)
- I like to fish, swim, and hike. (No error)
- You should listen attentively, study intensely, and work with persistence. (No error)
- Having eaten their dessert, they cleaned the table. (No error)
- She walked the dark forests and explored dirty caves. (No error)
- The lake attracted many birds with gentle waves. (No error)
Multiple Choice Questions
- As a speaker, which of the following would you do? Choose a meaningful and relevant topic.
- Facial expressions, posture, and eye contact are all skills in... Nonverbal communication.
One of the best ways to show audience or people you are listening to a speech is...
- Appropriate amount of eye contact.
Keeping a good posture is important because...
- It helps show the audience you are confident and have a good attitude.
- It helps the audience understand that you are a focused person.
It refers to the speaker giving a speech without prior planning or preparation.
- Impromptu speech
Which of these is NOT an example of a verbal communication skill?
- Eye contact
It refers to the speaker's stance and how they carry themselves during the presentation.
- Body language
Which of the following refers to the movements or positions of the hand, arm, body, head, or face that is expressive of an idea, opinion, and emotion?
- Gesture
Know the profile of your listeners...
- Audience
Which of the following gambits may you use in delivering your speech?
- I would like to talk about...
- Summing up the points I discussed earlier...
- To summarize...
- Thank you for that...
How will you give justice to a well-written speech?
- Observe ethics by coming prepared.
- Master your voice and find your pitch level.
- Breathe in and out to relax before you speak.
- Clearly and accurately articulate your message.
When you do not feel happy about the topic that you are going to deliver...
- Convey your gladness in delivering the topic.
It refers to a social networking service that is used for professional networking.
Which of the following is the importance of speech delivery?
- Communicate your confidence and preparedness to your audience.
Which of the following written modes of professional communication is usually issued and disseminated by those occupying mid-level positions and up in an organization to remind one's constituents who need to do or act upon something?
- Memorandum
Which of the following written modes of professional communication tend to attract clients or secure support from possible investors or organizations?
- Business proposals
Which of the following is NOT a strategy in debate that can positively affect the outcome?
- Providing an indirect response to something they said is much more persuasive than moving forward as if there is no opposing side.
It refers to the notes taken to record meaningful discussions, decisions, and key takeaways from a meeting.
- Minutes of the meeting
In a typical debate, two sides are given a proposition to debate using a structured format that differs based on the type. What are those two sides?
- Affirmative and negative
When you do not feel happy about the topic that you are going to deliver...
- Convey your gladness in delivering the topic. In this case, the goal is to project a positive attitude regardless of personal feeling.
All of the following are the macro-skills to be an effective debater, EXCEPT...
- Viewing
It is a type of debate held in formal settings such as in school, in the House of Representatives, and in the Senate.
- Formal
It refers to the exchange of arguments that follows a certain procedure or a set of rules and has a definite format.
- Debate
Why is there a need to pronounce and enunciate words correctly when delivering a speech?
- To have a positive impression from the audience.
- Avoid confusion and distraction to the audience
It refers to the facial expression, posture, gesture, and movement.
- Body language
Which is the following is NOT a technique to open and close your oral presentation?
- Singing a line from a song
Which of the following will you consider so you can render an effective speech and be a good public speaker?
- Know the profile of your listeners.
- Know who will be introducing you and who will be speaking before and after you.
- Work on your posture and do not avoid bad habits when speaking.
- Know how to deal with any unpleasant incident or conflict with your audience and always stay in control of the situation.
In speech delivery, our goal is to...
- Develop a good speech.
- There are different ways in preparing a speech.
A speech, if delivered flawlessly, is considered successful...
- One can deliver a speech without much preparation. (This statement is false, in reality, speeches need preparation.)
The audience solely determines the success of the speech.
- Using a lectern can help a person gain confidence in speaking.
Rehearsing is a major requirement in speech preparation.
- Your oral report or speech needs planning, researching, and rehearsing.
Using a microphone can assure a speaker in getting the attention of the audience.
- Speaking in an open-air venue is very challenging.
Stage presence matters in oral presentation or public speaking.
- The approach of a speaker can be formal, informal, and personal in oral report.
Our speech should comprise introduction, body, and conclusion.
- There's a need to elucidate your points when delivering a speech.
Paralinguistic cues include facial expression, posture, gesture, and movement.
A debate is an exchange of arguments that follows a certain procedure or a set of rules and has a definite format.
- A debate is carried out formally in a public meeting.
Debaters come prepared...
- You need all the language macro-skills to be an effective debater.
For you to become a successful debater...
- Your being a voracious reader will manifest itself in the way you speak.
It is in the listening skill where the 'making of a full man' is achieved.
-
You should be mindful of how you look in a debate.
-
Do not wear colors that are ostentatiously attractive.
-
Female speakers should wear business attire that will make them look respectable.
-
Male speakers need to wear business attire, avoiding loud colors.
-
Assumptions lead to rich arguments and poor decision-making.
-
Ethics may characterize the way people think of themselves. It may be thought of as a complex foundation of morally based rules.
Studying That Suits You
Use AI to generate personalized quizzes and flashcards to suit your learning preferences.
Related Documents
Description
Test your knowledge on effective public speaking techniques, including nonverbal communication skills and audience engagement strategies. This quiz covers various aspects of delivering a speech, maintaining eye contact, and demonstrating confidence. Perfect for anyone looking to improve their speaking abilities!
