Communication 101 - Public Speaking. » Spring 2022 » Chapter 2 Quiz

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Question #1
What is the step in the speechmaking process when the speaker studies the potential listeners through techniques such as interviews and questionnaires?
A.   separating the speech into its major parts
B.   gathering supporting material
C.   selecting a topic
D.   analyzing the audience
Question #2
In which step of the speechmaking process must you decide whether you are going to inform or persuade your audience or mark a special occasion?
A.   selecting a topic
B.   composing a thesis statement
C.   analyzing the audience
D.   determining the speech purpose
Question #3
“To inform my audience about the reasons to start a retirement fund” is an example of a
A.   thesis statement.
B.   specific purpose.
C.   general purpose.
D.   main point.
Question #4
In the speechmaking process, what identifies the speech's central idea?
A.   specific purpose
B.   main point
C.   thesis statement
D.   general purpose
Question #5
What are the primary ideas or key arguments that make claims in support of the thesis of your speech?
A.   supporting materials
B.   main points
C.   specific purposes
D.   thesis statements
Question #6
What provides the framework upon which to arrange the elements of your speech in support of your thesis?
A.   gathering supporting material
B.   separating the speech into its major parts
C.   outlining the speech
D.   audience analysis
Question #7
To ensure that your speech flows smoothly from one thought to another among and within the coordinate points of your outline, you should use
A.   specific statements.
B.   thesis statements.
C.   transition statements.
D.   supporting statements.
Question #8
The purpose of a presentation aid is to
A.   welcome your audience.
B.   help your audience better understand your points.
C.   communicate your specific purpose.
D.   present your outline to your audience.
Question #9
As a general rule, how many times should you practice delivering your speech?
A.   at least twice in front of a friend/colleague
B.   two to three times
C.   about six times
D.   at least once
Question #10
Public speaking is a(n)
A.   theoretical art.
B.   applied science.
C.   theoretical science.
D.   applied art.
Question #11
The first step in preparing any speech is to consider the
A.   sources.
B.   topic.
C.   purpose.
D.   audience.
Question #12
Determining the speech purpose is which step of speech preparation?
A.   second
B.   fourth
C.   third
D.   first
Question #13
“The best ways to combat identity theft are to review your monthly financial statements, periodically check your credit report, and secure your personal information in both digital and print form” is a
A.   thesis statement
B.   topic
C.   general purpose
D.   specific purpose
Question #14
During speech preparation, whom does the speaker's thesis statement keep on track?
A.   the speaker
B.   the audience
C.   the grader
D.   the assigner
Question #15
If you create a clear thesis for your speech, the main points will be
A.   easily identifiable.
B.   nonexistent until spoken.
C.   difficult to discern.
D.   in alphabetical order.

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