Communication 101 - Public Speaking. » Spring 2022 » Chapter 3 Quiz

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Question #1
Most people ultimately find that giving speeches can be fun.
A.   False
B.   True
Question #2
Which of the following frequently contributes to public speaking anxiety (PSA)?
A.   preparing the speech in advance
B.   being an extrovert
C.   feeling different from listeners
D.   practicing your speech
Question #3
Pre-preparation anxiety usually sets in at which point?
A.   when beginning to rehearse a speech
B.   when preparation for the speech begins
C.   the moment a speech is assigned
D.   just prior to giving a speech
Question #4
Individuals whose public speaking anxiety begins during rehearsal, when the reality of the situation sets in, are experiencing
A.   pre-preparation anxiety.
B.   preparation anxiety.
C.   performance anxiety.
D.   pre-performance anxiety.
Question #5
The following statement best illustrates which stage of public speaking anxiety? “Anxiety does not really hit me until the few minutes left right before I speak.”
A.   preparation anxiety
B.   pre-preparation anxiety
C.   performance anxiety
D.   pre-performance anxiety
Question #6
The first step in taming speech anxiety is to
A.   prepare and practice.
B.   have a thorough plan.
C.   modify thoughts and attitudes.
D.   anticipate failures.
Question #7
The following statement best represents which step for dealing with anxiety? “Just before I give a speech, anxiety tries to sneak in and tell me that I will fail. But as long as I keep positive, confident thoughts in my head, anxiety doesn't stand a chance!”
A.   preparing and practicing
B.   anticipating failures
C.   modifying thoughts and attitudes
D.   visualizing success
Question #8
What refers to the practice of summoning feelings and actions consistent with successful performance?
A.   preparation and practice
B.   activating the relaxation response
C.   visualization
D.   anticipating failures
Question #9
In the moments before, during, and after a speech, a rise in heart rate and breathing, dry mouth, faintness, freezing up, or other uncomfortable sensations are often the result of a
A.   fight or flight response.
B.   negative attitude.
C.   hostile audience.
D.   natural gesture.
Question #10
Stress-control breathing and meditation are examples of
A.   depersonalizing the speech evaluation.
B.   using movement to reduce anxiety.
C.   thought and attitude modification.
D.   relaxation techniques.
Question #11
Which of the following would be considered a benefit of moving around as you deliver your speech?
A.   It makes you appear more credible.
B.   It holds your audience's attention.
C.   It helps you appear more excited about your topic.
D.   It helps people agree with your arguments.
Question #12
One way to significantly increase your confidence is to think of public speaking as a(n)
A.   formal event.
B.   imaginary experience.
C.   visualization.
D.   ordinary conversation.
Question #13
Speech coach John Robert Colombo states that the best way to work out your fear of speaking is to overwork it. This advice reflects which method of dealing with speech anxiety?
A.   preparation and practice
B.   visualizing success
C.   anticipating failures
D.   modifying thoughts and attitudes
Question #14
Visualization is a form of
A.   behavioral therapy.
B.   painting technique.
C.   epistemological shift.
D.   cognitive restructuring.

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