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.   practicing your speech
B.   being an extrovert
C.   preparing the speech in advance
D.   feeling different from listeners
Question #3
Pre-preparation anxiety usually sets in at which point?
A.   the moment a speech is assigned
B.   just prior to giving a speech
C.   when preparation for the speech begins
D.   when beginning to rehearse a speech
Question #4
Individuals whose public speaking anxiety begins during rehearsal, when the reality of the situation sets in, are experiencing
A.   preparation anxiety.
B.   performance anxiety.
C.   pre-preparation 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.   performance anxiety
B.   preparation anxiety
C.   pre-performance anxiety
D.   pre-preparation anxiety
Question #6
The first step in taming speech anxiety is to
A.   prepare and practice.
B.   modify thoughts and attitudes.
C.   anticipate failures.
D.   have a thorough plan.
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.   modifying thoughts and attitudes
B.   preparing and practicing
C.   anticipating failures
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.   anticipating failures
D.   visualization
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.   hostile audience.
B.   fight or flight response.
C.   natural gesture.
D.   negative attitude.
Question #10
Stress-control breathing and meditation are examples of
A.   relaxation techniques.
B.   depersonalizing the speech evaluation.
C.   using movement to reduce anxiety.
D.   thought and attitude modification.
Question #11
Which of the following would be considered a benefit of moving around as you deliver your speech?
A.   It helps you appear more excited about your topic.
B.   It makes you appear more credible.
C.   It helps people agree with your arguments.
D.   It holds your audience's attention.
Question #12
One way to significantly increase your confidence is to think of public speaking as a(n)
A.   visualization.
B.   formal event.
C.   imaginary experience.
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.   anticipating failures
B.   modifying thoughts and attitudes
C.   preparation and practice
D.   visualizing success
Question #14
Visualization is a form of
A.   epistemological shift.
B.   cognitive restructuring.
C.   behavioral therapy.
D.   painting technique.

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