Speech Chapter 5, 6, and 14 Study Questions

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Which of the following is an instance of informative speaking?

A comedian telling jokes about technology

A teacher giving a motivational speech

A student sharing ideas about leadership based on a book she has read (correct)

An individual discussing their personal opinions on politics

"To inform my audience how to add memory to a computer" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about a

process

If your specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the major kinds of dog breeds," you would probably organize your speech in order

topical

If your specific purpose were "To inform my audience of the major steps in an effective job interview," you would probably organize your speech in

chronological Signup and view all the answers

"To inform my audience about the removal of the Cherokee Indians from their native lands" is an example of a specific purpose statement for a speech about a

event. Signup and view all the answers

When giving an informative speech to a general audience, you should take special care

to avoid being too technical. Signup and view all the answers

Your textbook recommends using what in your informative speeches as a way to keep your ideas from being overly abstract?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

If your specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the different layers of the atmosphere," you would probably organize your speech in order.

spatial Signup and view all the answers

What does your textbook mean when it recommends that you "personalize your ideas" in an informative speech?

Bring information to life by using examples and illustrations. Signup and view all the answers

"To inform my audience about the basic beliefs of Buddhism" is an example of a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about

concept. Signup and view all the answers

The most important task when preparing to conduct a research interview is

devising questions to ask during the interview. Signup and view all the answers

The best source for numerical data about life in the United States is

Statistical Abstract of the United States. Signup and view all the answers

A(n) _______________ is a research aid that catalogues articles from a large number of journals or magazines.

periodical database Signup and view all the answers

The key to finding information in the library is

catalogue Signup and view all the answers

When taking research notes you should

none of the above. Signup and view all the answers

According to your textbook, the three criteria for judging the reliability of documents located on the Internet are

recency, authorship, and sponsorship. Signup and view all the answers

If you can't identify the author of a document on the World Wide Web, your textbook recommends that you

try to determine the sponsoring organization for the document. Signup and view all the answers

As your textbook explains, the best kind of search aid for locating reliable, high-quality information on the Internet is a(n)

virtual library. Signup and view all the answers

The part of the library that contains encyclopedias, yearbooks, dictionaries, biographical aids, atlases, and indexes is usually called the

reference section. Signup and view all the answers

According to your textbook, when citing an Internet document in a speech bibliography, you should

include the date on which you accessed the document, organization responsible for the document if the author's name is not known, URL of the document. Signup and view all the answers

Audience analysis is an important factor in which of the following?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

The primary purpose of speechmaking is to

gain a desired response from listeners. Signup and view all the answers

Dimitri plans to give a speech to his classmates about the principles of physics behind the design of hybrid automobiles. The most important factor for Dimitri to consider when analyzing his audience is probably its

knowledge about the topic. Signup and view all the answers

The process by which a speaker seeks to create a bond with listeners by emphasizing common values, goals, and experiences is referred to as by communication scholars.

identification Signup and view all the answers

According to your textbook, which of the following is a factor in situational audience analysis?

the audience's attitude toward the topic. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a demographic characteristic of a speech audience?

age Signup and view all the answers

To say that people usually want to hear about things that are meaningful to them is to say that people are

egocentric. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following elements usually has the greatest impact on the length a speech should be?

the occasion for the speech. Signup and view all the answers

As the size of your audience increases, your presentation should usually become more

formal. Signup and view all the answers

According to your textbook, brainstorming is especially helpful when you are having trouble

choosing a speech topic. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is out of place in a speech to inform?

advocating. Signup and view all the answers

"To inform my audience about the three basic steps in preventive medicine" is an example of a

specific purpose. Signup and view all the answers

According to your textbook, what is the most important early step in the process of developing a successful speech?

formulating the specific purpose. Signup and view all the answers

As a specific purpose statement, "To inform my audience about computer technology" is too

broad. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is appropriate in a speech to persuade?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

"To inform about saving for retirement" is a poorly phrased specific purpose statement because it

does not include a reference to the audience. Signup and view all the answers

The central idea of a speech should

avoid figurative language and be written as a full sentence. Signup and view all the answers

According to your textbook, "Getting an internship at a major corporation requires a great deal of work, but the rewards are well worth the effort" is an example of a(n)

central idea. Signup and view all the answers

"To persuade my audience that continuing to spend money on the space program is like throwing good money after bad" is a poorly phrased specific purpose statement for a speech because it is

expressed in figurative language. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Informative Speaking

Informative speaking involves sharing knowledge or insights, such as a student discussing leadership concepts from a book.
Specific purpose statements clarify the focus for informative speeches, e.g., explaining how to add memory to a computer reflects a focus on processes.

Organization of Informative Speeches

Organize speeches on dog breeds using a topical approach.
For job interviews, arrange content according to the sequence of steps involved.
Spatial organization is suitable for explaining the different layers of the atmosphere.

Audience Engagement

Personalize informative content by using relatable examples and illustrations to enhance understanding.
Avoid technical jargon when addressing a general audience to ensure clarity.

Research and Resources

The Statistical Abstract of the United States is a key source for numerical data.
Periodical databases catalog articles from numerous journals and magazines.
Reference sections in libraries provide encyclopedias, dictionaries, and biographical aids essential for research.

Internet Research Skills

Assess Internet documents based on recency, authorship, and sponsorship for reliability.
If authorship is unclear online, identify the sponsoring organization to verify credibility.
Virtual libraries are highly effective search aids for finding quality information online.

Audience Analysis

Analyzing the audience helps in selecting topics, organizing speeches, and choosing supporting materials effectively.
Understanding audience demographics, such as age, and situational factors, like attitudes toward the topic, enhances speech relevance.

Speech Development

The primary goal of speechmaking is to elicit a desired response from the audience.
A clear and focused specific purpose statement is foundational for developing a successful speech.
Brainstorming assists when selecting a speech topic, fostering creative idea generation.

Central Ideas and Length

The central idea should be a concise, expressive statement written as a complete sentence without figurative language.
Audience size influences speech formality; larger audiences typically require more formal presentations.
Occasion impacts the expected length of a speech, dictating presentation style.

Purpose and Structure Clarity

Speech specific purposes must be clear and audience-centered; broad assertions or vague wording are ineffective.
Persuasive speeches can include convincing and advocating elements, while informative speeches should remain neutral and non-advocative.

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Speech Chapter 5, 6, and 14 Study Questions

Questions and Answers

Which of the following is an instance of informative speaking?

"To inform my audience how to add memory to a computer" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about a

If your specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the major kinds of dog breeds," you would probably organize your speech in order

If your specific purpose were "To inform my audience of the major steps in an effective job interview," you would probably organize your speech in

"To inform my audience about the removal of the Cherokee Indians from their native lands" is an example of a specific purpose statement for a speech about a

When giving an informative speech to a general audience, you should take special care

Your textbook recommends using what in your informative speeches as a way to keep your ideas from being overly abstract?

If your specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the different layers of the atmosphere," you would probably organize your speech in order.

What does your textbook mean when it recommends that you "personalize your ideas" in an informative speech?

"To inform my audience about the basic beliefs of Buddhism" is an example of a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about

The most important task when preparing to conduct a research interview is

The best source for numerical data about life in the United States is

A(n) _______________ is a research aid that catalogues articles from a large number of journals or magazines.

The key to finding information in the library is

When taking research notes you should

According to your textbook, the three criteria for judging the reliability of documents located on the Internet are

If you can't identify the author of a document on the World Wide Web, your textbook recommends that you

As your textbook explains, the best kind of search aid for locating reliable, high-quality information on the Internet is a(n)

The part of the library that contains encyclopedias, yearbooks, dictionaries, biographical aids, atlases, and indexes is usually called the

According to your textbook, when citing an Internet document in a speech bibliography, you should

Audience analysis is an important factor in which of the following?

The primary purpose of speechmaking is to

Dimitri plans to give a speech to his classmates about the principles of physics behind the design of hybrid automobiles. The most important factor for Dimitri to consider when analyzing his audience is probably its

The process by which a speaker seeks to create a bond with listeners by emphasizing common values, goals, and experiences is referred to as by communication scholars.

According to your textbook, which of the following is a factor in situational audience analysis?

Which of the following is a demographic characteristic of a speech audience?

To say that people usually want to hear about things that are meaningful to them is to say that people are

Which of the following elements usually has the greatest impact on the length a speech should be?

As the size of your audience increases, your presentation should usually become more

According to your textbook, brainstorming is especially helpful when you are having trouble

Which of the following is out of place in a speech to inform?

"To inform my audience about the three basic steps in preventive medicine" is an example of a

According to your textbook, what is the most important early step in the process of developing a successful speech?

As a specific purpose statement, "To inform my audience about computer technology" is too

Which of the following is appropriate in a speech to persuade?

"To inform about saving for retirement" is a poorly phrased specific purpose statement because it

The central idea of a speech should

According to your textbook, "Getting an internship at a major corporation requires a great deal of work, but the rewards are well worth the effort" is an example of a(n)

"To persuade my audience that continuing to spend money on the space program is like throwing good money after bad" is a poorly phrased specific purpose statement for a speech because it is

Study Notes

Informative Speaking

Organization of Informative Speeches

Audience Engagement

Research and Resources

Internet Research Skills

Audience Analysis

Speech Development

Central Ideas and Length

Purpose and Structure Clarity

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