Multiple Choice Questions

Question 7.1

If you are assigned to speak about the same topic more than once, you must __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 7.2

A student states that she will inform her audience about the environment. She has identified her __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 7.3

__________ speeches help audience members to understand topics, ideas, or concepts.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 7.4

Which of the following is not listed in the text as a category of informative topics?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 7.5

Speeches that aim to change a specific behavior are __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 7.6

Commencement speeches or acceptance speeches are examples of __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 7.7

Which of the following is not a reason for choosing a topic that relates to a personal interest?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.

Question 7.8

“Exercise—elliptical trainers—personal trainers—weight training” is an example of __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 7.9

Which of the following is not a brainstorming technique?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 7.10

Which of the following is a brainstorming method that can help you visualize related ideas?

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 7.11

__________ issues are typically local issues that may directly affect audience members.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 7.12

Researching your speech topic by using a library’s online portal will ensure that your sources are __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is D.

Question 7.13

__________ will answer the following question: “What is my objective in speaking on this topic to this audience on this occasion?”

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is B.

Question 7.14

“Investing in a hybrid vehicle can help the environment.” This sentence is an example of a(n) __________.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is C.

Question 7.15

Looking forward to learning and bringing a sense of enthusiasm to your presentation are advantages of choosing a(n) __________ speech.

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Correct.
Incorrect. The answer is A.
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