Communication 101 - Public Speaking » Spring 2020 » Quiz 2
Need help with your exam preparation?
Get Answers to this exam for $6 USD.
Get Answers to all exams in [ Communication 101 - Public Speaking ] course for $25 USD.
Existing Quiz Clients Login here
Question #1
Which of the following resources is best for finding the most recent information?
A.
card catalogs
B.
reference books
C.
periodicals
D.
books
E.
full text databases
Question #2
Which of the following resources is best for providing summary knowledge on a variety of topics?
A.
books
B.
periodicals
C.
reference books
D.
full text databases
E.
card catalogs
Question #3
If you are looking for pictures to support your speech, the fastest way to find results would be to use _______________.
A.
scholarly research journals
B.
general interest periodicals
C.
Google books
D.
Google images
Question #4
If you are using a book for your research, it is not necessary to read the entire book.
A.
TRUE
B.
FALSE
Question #5
Webster is giving a speech on the benefits of moving toward the use of windmill energy instead of having to rely on fossil fuels. Most likely, he will select which method of arrangement?
A.
topical
B.
cause-effect
C.
problem-solution
D.
chronological
E.
spatial
Question #6
A ____________ outline should focus on the material of the speech. This includes refining your thesis and specific purpose statement, and ensuring all your main points are well-supported.
A.
summary
B.
topical
C.
speaking
D.
preparation
Question #7
Maria will be giving a speech on the Machu Picchu ruins. The first part of her speech will describe the religious structures on the north side of the site, and then she will discuss the residential and industrial structures on the south side of the site. What method of arrangement is this?
A.
topical
B.
chronological
C.
problem-solution
D.
spatial
E.
cause-effect
Question #8
Which of the following would be an example of a specific purpose statement?
A.
"Bog turtle habitats must be protected because the species is nearly extinct, their habitats are sensitive to intrusions, and building development will almost certainly wipe out the remaining population of turtles."
B.
To persuade
C.
"At the end of my speech, my audience will be convinced that zoning laws should prohibit building on bog turtle habitats."
D.
“The Danger of Bog Turtle Extinction”
Question #9
A thesis statement should summarize your main points in a sentence or two.
A.
FALSE
B.
TRUE
Question #10
What is the best type of humor to use as an attention getter?
A.
light and subtle self-deprecation
B.
jokes about cultural events
C.
jokes about current events
D.
racy jokes
E.
none of the above
Question #11
The _______________ can take up to 15% of your speaking time.
A.
introduction
B.
conclusion
C.
attention getter
D.
body
Question #12
Unlike the body of the speech, introductions should be written out word for word and memorized.
A.
TRUE
B.
FALSE
Question #13
Rakesh was having trouble with biology until he was given the opportunity to dissect a frog. After the dissection, he was able to make connections between the terms and the anatomy. Rakesh is a(n) _____________ learner.
A.
read/write
B.
kinesthetic
C.
visual
D.
aural
Question #14
Sauda is doing a speech on how to properly dribble a basketball. She brings in a basketball and shows the audience step by step. This is an example of a(n) _________________.
A.
demonstration speech
B.
explanatory speech
C.
definitional speech
D.
descriptive speech
Question #15
Youko is doing a presentation on free speech. During her presentation, she tells her audience exactly what free speech is and how it directly relates to their lives. This is an example of a(n) _________________.
A.
descriptive speech
B.
explanatory speech
C.
definitional speech
D.
demonstration speech
Question #16
A travel agent is describing for customers the features of two different cruise packages. Which of the following functions of informative speaking is most relevant?
A.
informative speeches articulate alternatives
B.
informative speeches shape our perceptions
C.
informative speeches enhance our ability to survive and evolve
D.
informative speeches provide people with knowledge
Question #17
If you have 10 minutes to give your speech, you should practice with a time limit of 9 minutes, or 9 minutes and 30 seconds.
A.
TRUE
B.
FALSE
Need help with your exam preparation?
Get Answers to this exam for $6 USD.
Get Answers to all exams in [ Communication 101 - Public Speaking ] course for $25 USD.
Existing Quiz Clients Login here