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What are some types of supporting material? (Select all that apply)
What are some types of supporting material? (Select all that apply)
Which of these methods is NOT a way to introduce a speech?
Which of these methods is NOT a way to introduce a speech?
Which speech delivery method is most flexible but requires significant preparation?
Which speech delivery method is most flexible but requires significant preparation?
What are the three main categories of nonverbal communication? (Select all that apply)
What are the three main categories of nonverbal communication? (Select all that apply)
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What are some benefits of using presentation aids? (Select all that apply)
What are some benefits of using presentation aids? (Select all that apply)
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What are some common learning styles?
What are some common learning styles?
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Which of these is NOT a goal of a persuasive speech?
Which of these is NOT a goal of a persuasive speech?
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According to the Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM), what are the two paths to persuasion?
According to the Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM), what are the two paths to persuasion?
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What are the three components of credibility? (Select all that apply)
What are the three components of credibility? (Select all that apply)
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Which type of reasoning moves from the specific to the general?
Which type of reasoning moves from the specific to the general?
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What is a fallacy?
What is a fallacy?
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Which of these is NOT an ethical issue associated with using emotions to persuade?
Which of these is NOT an ethical issue associated with using emotions to persuade?
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Supporting Material Sources are books, articles, interviews, and online resources.
Supporting Material Sources are books, articles, interviews, and online resources.
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Similes use a direct comparison without using 'like' or 'as' to compare things.
Similes use a direct comparison without using 'like' or 'as' to compare things.
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An effective speech conclusion should summarize main points and provide closure.
An effective speech conclusion should summarize main points and provide closure.
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Oral language is more conversational, spontaneous, less formal, and allows for more repetition.
Oral language is more conversational, spontaneous, less formal, and allows for more repetition.
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Effective word usage refers to being clear, concise, and vivid in language.
Effective word usage refers to being clear, concise, and vivid in language.
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Personification involves attributing human qualities to non-human entities.
Personification involves attributing human qualities to non-human entities.
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Presentation aids are helpful for clarifying ideas, enhancing retention, engaging audiences, and illustrating points.
Presentation aids are helpful for clarifying ideas, enhancing retention, engaging audiences, and illustrating points.
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The main goal of an information speech is to inform, educate, and clarify.
The main goal of an information speech is to inform, educate, and clarify.
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Motivating listeners requires appealing to their needs, emotions, values, and beliefs.
Motivating listeners requires appealing to their needs, emotions, values, and beliefs.
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Cognitive dissonance is the mental discomfort experienced when conflicting beliefs or actions.
Cognitive dissonance is the mental discomfort experienced when conflicting beliefs or actions.
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Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs outlines five levels of needs, ranging from physiological needs to self-actualization.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs outlines five levels of needs, ranging from physiological needs to self-actualization.
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Deductive reasoning moves from general principles to specific applications.
Deductive reasoning moves from general principles to specific applications.
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Causal reasoning establishes a cause-and-effect relationship between events.
Causal reasoning establishes a cause-and-effect relationship between events.
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Fallacies are errors in reasoning that can weaken an argument's persuasiveness.
Fallacies are errors in reasoning that can weaken an argument's persuasiveness.
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Emotional Response Theory suggests that using emotions can influence audience reactions.
Emotional Response Theory suggests that using emotions can influence audience reactions.
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Monroe's Motivated Sequence is a persuasion pattern consisting of five steps: attention, need, satisfaction, visualization, and action.
Monroe's Motivated Sequence is a persuasion pattern consisting of five steps: attention, need, satisfaction, visualization, and action.
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Workplace speaking situations often involve meetings, presentations, and informal discussions with colleagues.
Workplace speaking situations often involve meetings, presentations, and informal discussions with colleagues.
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Ceremonial speeches are delivered for special occasions and often involve toasts, eulogies, awards, and introductions.
Ceremonial speeches are delivered for special occasions and often involve toasts, eulogies, awards, and introductions.
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What are the three main criteria for Evaluating Internet Resources?
What are the three main criteria for Evaluating Internet Resources?
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What are two types of analogies?
What are two types of analogies?
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What are the main purposes of a speech conclusion?
What are the main purposes of a speech conclusion?
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What are three methods for introducing a speech?
What are three methods for introducing a speech?
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What are the two main types of reasoning?
What are the two main types of reasoning?
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What are the steps in Monroe's Motivated Sequence?
What are the steps in Monroe's Motivated Sequence?
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What are the two main types of workplace speaking situations?
What are the two main types of workplace speaking situations?
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What are the key functions of a speech introduction?
What are the key functions of a speech introduction?
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What are the main types of ceremonial speeches?
What are the main types of ceremonial speeches?
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What are some strategies for maintaining audience interest in an information speech?
What are some strategies for maintaining audience interest in an information speech?
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Give an example of a simile and a metaphor.
Give an example of a simile and a metaphor.
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What are the main goals of persuasion?
What are the main goals of persuasion?
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What are three types of information speeches?
What are three types of information speeches?
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Give an example of a fallacy.
Give an example of a fallacy.
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Study Notes
Supporting Material Sources
- Different sources of information include books, articles, interviews, and online resources.
Internet Resource Evaluation Criteria
- Evaluating online resources involves assessing accuracy, authority, objectivity, currency, coverage, and relevance.
Online Databases
- Online databases are digital collections of academic and research materials.
Library Resources
- Libraries provide various resources like books, journals, databases, and reference materials.
Research Process Strategies
- The research process involves identifying, locating, evaluating, organizing, and presenting information.
Types of Supporting Material
- Supporting material includes examples, statistics, testimony, narratives, analogies, and definitions.
Types of Analogies
- Analogies can be literal or figurative comparisons.
Simile vs. Metaphor
- Similes use "like" or "as"; metaphors are direct comparisons without these words.
Speech Organization Patterns
- Common speech patterns include chronological, spatial, topical, problem-solution, cause-effect, and narrative.
Functions of Speech Introduction
- Introductions aim to capture attention, establish credibility, state purpose, and preview key points.
Methods for Introducing a Speech
- Methods to introduce a speech include anecdotes, quotes, questions, statistics, humor, references, and visual aids.
Conclusion Purposes
- Conclusions should summarize main points and offer closure.
Effective Speech Conclusion Methods
- Methods for effective conclusions include calls to action, memorable quotes, and rhetorical questions.
Oral vs. Written Language Styles
- Oral language styles are more conversational, spontaneous, and less formal than written language, often with more repetition.
Effective Word Usage Strategies
- To be effective, speech should be clear, concise, and vivid.
Adapting Language for Diversity
- Language should be inclusive, avoid jargon, and respect cultural differences.
Personification
- Personification attributes human qualities to non-human entities.
Speech Delivery Methods
- Speech delivery methods include manuscript, memorized, impromptu, and extemporaneous.
Pros and Cons of Delivery Methods
- Manuscript delivery is precise but less engaging, while extemporaneous delivery is flexible but requires preparation.
Importance of Nonverbal Communication
- Nonverbal communication enhances message clarity and audience engagement.
Categories of Nonverbal Behavior
- Nonverbal behavior includes facial expressions, gestures, posture, eye contact, tone, space, and appearance.
Speech Rehearsal Tips
- Speech rehearsal involves practice, timing, and feedback.
Presentation Aids Benefits
- Presentation aids help clarify ideas, enhance retention, engage audiences, and illustrate points.
Types of Presentation Aids
- Presentation aids can include visual, audio, and multimedia elements.
Guidelines for Developing Aids
- Presentation aids should be simple, relevant, and visually appealing.
Goals of Information Speech
- Information speeches aim to inform, educate, and clarify.
Types of Information Speech
- Information speeches can be descriptive, explanatory, demonstrative, informative, or narrative.
Strategies for Audience Understanding
- To enhance audience understanding, simplify language, use examples, and repeat key points.
Common Learning Styles
- Common learning styles are visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and reading/writing.
Strategies for Maintaining Interest
- To maintain audience interest, engage the audience, vary the delivery, use stories, and ask questions.
Persuasion Speech Goals
- Persuasive speeches aim to change beliefs, influence actions, and motivate decisions.
Ethos, Pathos, Logos
- Persuasion uses ethos (credibility), pathos (emotion), and logos (logic).
ELM Approach to Persuasion
- The Elaboration Likelihood Model (ELM) explains direct and indirect paths to persuasion.
Motivating Listeners
- Listeners respond to appeals based on needs, emotions, values, and beliefs.
Cognitive Dissonance
- Cognitive dissonance describes the mental discomfort from conflicting beliefs or actions.
Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs
- Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs includes physiological, safety, love, esteem, and self-actualization needs.
Credibility Determinants
- Credibility is determined by trustworthiness, expertise, and goodwill.
Inductive vs. Deductive Reasoning
- Inductive reasoning moves from specific to general; deductive reasoning moves from general to specific.
Causal Reasoning
- Causal reasoning establishes cause-and-effect relationships.
Effective Evidence Strategies
- Effective evidence uses credible sources, relevant data, and clear examples.
Fallacy Definition
- Fallacies are logical errors in reasoning often used in persuasion.
Emotional Response Theory
- Emotional response theory explains using emotions to influence audience responses.
Using Emotion to Persuade
- Persuasion utilizes emotional connection, storytelling, and vivid language.
Ethical Issues with Emotional Persuasion
- Ethical concerns arise when persuasion manipulates, misrepresents, or exploits feelings.
Audience Responses to Speech
- Audience responses to speeches can include agreement, disagreement, or indifference.
Monroe's Motivated Sequence Steps
- Monroe's Motivated Sequence involves attention, need, satisfaction, visualization, and action.
Other Persuasion Speech Patterns
- Other speech patterns for persuasion include problem-solution, comparative advantages, and refutation.
Workplace Speaking Situations
- Common workplace speaking situations include meetings and presentations.
Types of Ceremonial Speeches
- Ceremonial speeches include toasts, eulogies, awards, and introductions.
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Test your knowledge on various sources of information and the evaluation criteria for online resources. This quiz covers strategies for the research process, types of supporting materials, and the differences between analogies, similes, and metaphors. Enhance your understanding of effective research techniques and presentation skills.
