Speech Communications 101 - Introduction to Public Speaking » Spring 2021 » Quiz 2

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Question #1
“To inform my audience about the problems of the L.A. subway system” would be an example of a thesis statement.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #2
“Students can easily volunteer by serving shelter dinners, donating time to children’s centers, or helping at a local library.” This is an example of a(n)
A.   introduction.
B.   specific purpose.
C.   thesis.
D.   none of these
Question #3
Which of the following is NOT one of the basic questions for an effective topic choice?
A.   What topics interest you (the speaker)?
B.   What topics will appeal to the instructor?
C.   What is the audience expecting?
D.   What do you know about these topics?
Question #4
“Clarity” is a characteristic of a good thesis statement.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #5
The three general purposes of speeches (for our class assignments) are to inform, to persuade, and to motivate.
A.   TRUE
B.   FALSE
Question #6
A speaker who wants to appear prepared but still sound spontaneous should deliver a/an
A.   extemporaneous presentation.
B.   manuscript presentation.
C.   impromptu presentation.
D.   memorized presentation.
Question #7
The speechwriters use which type of delivery for an important speech like the "State of the Union" address?
A.   Extemporaneous
B.   Impromptu
C.   Manuscript
D.   Memorized
Question #8
You should practice your speech by working with a manuscript or essay version of your speech.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE
Question #9
Effective delivery skills include all of the following except:
A.   Gesturing with your hands as you speak.
B.   Standing up straight with your shoulders back.
C.   Scanning the audience and looking directly in their eyes.
D.   Moving to specific sides of the room at the start of each main point.
Question #10
"Pace" refers to how quickly or slowly you speak.
A.   FALSE
B.   TRUE

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