Describe how the benefits of studying and practicing public speaking, as discussed in the text, pertain to you
What will be an ideal response?
Explanations will vary but should include the personal, academic, professional, and public benefits of public speaking.
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People in hiring positions prefer hiring people with communication skills training.
Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
In which situation is a “negative persuasion” effect occurring?
a. when a speaker moves the audience in the opposite direction of what was intended b. when an audience perceives a speaker as overly pessimistic and gloomy c. when a speaker stirs listeners to accept a harmful or hateful viewpoint d. when a hostile audience is swayed by an unusually charismatic speaker
Memorizing a speech
a. is the toughest but most rewarding method of speech delivery. b. shows that the speaker has gone the extra mile by committing each word to memory. c. has the advantage of being able to adjust to audience feedback. d. runs the risk of losing track and forgetting the speech.
Chet is the manager of his bank. He encourages his employees to express their opinions openly, and in several instances he has come forward and acknowledged his mistakes. What component of transformation leadership does Chet possess?
A. inspirational motivation B. idealized influence C. individualized consideration D. intellectual stimulation