Methods of Delivery

Question 17.1

James Albsert Winans states that public speaking is nothing more than an extension of __________, which means things such as vocal variations, facial expressions, and gestures should appear natural.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 17.2

As a speaker, you need to be wary of focusing too much on the __________ of your presentation. Remember that the success of your presentation also relies on the content of the message.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 17.3

In order to ensure that your audience is paying attention to your message and not to your behavior, __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 17.4

In order to build a positive relationship with your audience, maintain eye contact and a friendly tone. These strategies ensure that your presentation __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 17.5

Which of the following is not an effective way to deliver your speech?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 17.6

Which of the following methods of delivery makes it hardest to maintain eye contact?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 17.7

Which method of delivery is not advised for non-native speakers because it will exaggerate a speaker’s difficulty with pronunciation and articulation?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 17.8

Which of the following is a form of speech that requires the speaker to commit words to memory?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 17.9

During wedding receptions, individuals usually give__________ about the couple because the use of notes can sometimes seem impersonal.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 17.10

In the classroom, your teacher might ask for your opinion on a topic. In this instance, you are expected to give a(n) __________ response because you had not previously prepared an answer.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 17.11

If a keynote speaker at a conference becomes ill, you could be called upon at the last minute to give a brief presentation on the material, for which you would have to prepare a(n) __________ speech.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 17.12

__________, the famous philosopher and rhetorician, spoke about the unethical use of public speaking.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 17.13

What is the most common method of public speaking that corrupt leaders have used to manipulate their listeners?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 17.14

The focus of a(n) __________ speech is to communicate ideas from an outline of key words and phrases, rather than from an exact prepared message.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 17.15

Which of the following methods of speech delivery is most conducive to achieving a conversational style?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.
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