Amber, in one of her sessions on public speaking, says, "Today, everybody knows me as a great orator and a speech trainer. But, did you know that I was not able to speak until the age of ten?" In this scenario, this is an example of a _____.
a. startling statement
b. joke
c. rhetorical question
d. direct question
a. startling statement
In this scenario, this is an example of a startling statement. A startling statement is a shocking expression or example. A speaker uses it to get his or her listener’s attention for a speech.
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What principle of effective speech structure suggests that all major parts of a speech should receive appropriate development?
a. simplicity b. order c. balance d. parsimony
Keane has been hired as a waiter at a local Applebee’s restaurant. He shows up for work dressed as he would for the grunge band he plays guitar in. What does relevant research have to say about Keane’s attire?
a. His clothing will have little impact in his job setting. b. Keane has chosen correctly for his job setting. c. He will be regarded most positively by those dressed similarly. d. First impressions are not important.
All of the following are suggestions the text recommends to help you reduce your public speaking apprehension EXCEPT
A) standing still. B) gaining experience. C) reducing your self-focus. D) stressing similarities with the audience.
An IV was ordered to titrate between 4 and 5 mcg/kg/min. The patient weighs 40 kg and the IV solution contains 60 mg of drug in 200 mL solution. Determine the rate of flow.
What will be an ideal response?