Discuss the advantages of using traditional 4-by-6-inch index cards to organize speech ideas.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


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All of the following statements about Google are true EXCEPT

A) it was initially developed as a project called "Backslash." B) it often crashed Stanford University's Internet connections while it was being developed. C) its advantage over earlier search engines was ranking the search results it returned. D) its name is a variation of the mathematical term "googol."

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In terms of the uses of nonverbal communication, it can:

a. compliment, repeat, replace, mask or contradict verbal communication. b. encourage, discourage, facilitate, or deny verbal communication. c. repeat, suggest, replace, mask, or confirm verbal communication. d. confirm, encourage, discourage, mask or compliment verbal communication.

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All of the following are reasons to write an outline for a speech EXCEPT that:

a. outlines help you to organize your ideas b. you'll need to do less research if you write an outline c. you can use your outline if you get distracted when delivering your speech d. outlines help you make sure you have enough evidence to support your claims

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Davin has been hired to give a motivational speech to a local youth group. His speech is scheduled for early in the morning, and as he begins, he notices several audience members nodding off. He also notices that several other audience members are texting on their phones. Because Davin had analyzed his audience's potential ________ prior to his speech, he is ready with a few jokes about the morning and texting. He is able to break the ice with his audience and continue on successfully.

A. prior knowledge B. attitude C. distractions D. lack of interest

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