Special Occasion Speeches

Question 27.1

Which of the following is not an underlying goal of a special occasion speech?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 27.2

What is the purpose of a speech that is primarily lighthearted and includes some tasteful humor?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 27.3

A group trying to raise money for breast cancer awareness might bring in a speaker who affirms the organization’s purpose. This type of speech would follow the __________ function of a special occasion speech.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 27.4

Speeches of __________ attempt to prepare the audience for the speaker and give reasons for the audience to listen to the presenter.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 27.5

When introducing a speaker to the audience, the introducer should __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 27.6

A __________ is made in response to receiving an award of some kind.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 27.7

Speeches of presentation accomplish which of the following?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 27.8

Which of the following is not a guideline for a speech of presentation?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 27.9

In a(n) __________ speech, presenters make lighthearted jokes about the individual to whom tribute is being paid.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 27.10

The word __________ comes from the Greek word “to praise.”

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 27.11

When giving a eulogy, __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 27.12

An after-dinner speech should __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 27.13

A sermon is a type of special occasion speech that __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 27.14

Which of the following is true about speeches of inspiration?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 27.15

When giving a special occasion speech, speakers should be particularly sensitive to audience __________ for the particular occasion.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.
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