Which of the following is not an effective way to “keep the floor” when speaking?
a. increase volume and rate
b. increase the frequency of filled pauses
c. decrease volume and rate
d. All of these are effective ways to “keep the floor” when speaking.
ANS: c
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Which of the following criticisms apply to Alan H. Monroe's motivated sequence?
A) Different listeners may follow the steps toward persuasion in a different sequence. B) They are difficult to support with evidence. C) We don't really know what motivates listeners, so these patterns are speculative. D) They lack logical development. E) Listeners find them difficult to follow.
Which of the following is an example of an artifact?
a. a person’s hairstyle b. a person’s car c. a hug between people d. a change in pitch
By handling each of the parts of your speech separately, and labeling them clearly, you take the steps necessary to ensure that you accomplish each of the following EXCEPT
A) Developing an adequate body of material to share B) Preparing an effective introduction and conclusion C) Anticipating how you will get from section to section and point to point D) Providing every detail the speech will include
A speech recounting the history of the attack on Pearl Harbor would be which type of speech?
A. persuasive B. demonstration C. entertaining D. informative