The Body in Delivery

Question 19.1

Nonverbal communication __________.

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 19.2

Paralanguage refers to what?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 19.3

What function of nonverbal communication is part of the visual channel?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 19.4

Which function of nonverbal communication is demonstrated by the speaker wearing business attire and positioning the podium between him- or herself and the audience during a presentation?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 19.5

While you are giving a presentation, audience members will look to your __________ to detect your enthusiasm and feelings on the topic.

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 19.6

Which of the following is one of the most important nonverbal behaviors to be mindful of as a way to establish a positive relationship with your audience?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 19.7

When you move your gaze from one listener to another, you are __________ the audience.

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 19.8

When gesturing during your speech, be sure that the gestures __________.

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 19.9

If you slouch during a presentation, your audience might perceive you to be __________.

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 19.10

Janice has chosen to wear a red blouse while delivering her speech. What effect will this color choice most likely have?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 19.11

Which nonverbal cue best reflects the nature of the speaking occasion?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 19.12

Which of the following is not true of nonverbal communication?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 19.13

Which of the following is an important preparation step to take before speaking in front of a multicultural audience?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 19.14

Which of the following actions is most important during speech preparation?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 19.15

After practicing your speech, you discover that it is too long for the allotted time. What is the first thing you should do to remedy this?

A.
B.
C.
D.

Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.
[Leave] [Close]