A skill that teaches performers to hold their attention on a predetermined task, and if their attention wanders, to gently bring their attention back is known as:

a. dress rehearsal
b. focus training (page 319)
c. focus rehearsal
d. none of the above


b. focus training (page 319)

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a. minimum and maximum b. maximum and range c. mean and mode d. minimum and range e. interquartile range

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The revelation of information about ourselves that others are unlikely to discover on their own is known as self-talk.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false.

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When giving an impromptu speech, it is best to use highly detailed, long descriptions of each of your points so that the audience feels as though you have had a long time to prepare.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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Which of the following leads is problematic?

A. Sweet Treats bakery, owned and operated by celebrated local chef Tonya Redding, opened downtown on Friday. B. After one look at the menu, you won’t be able to resist visiting downtown’s newest bakery, Sweet Treats, which opened on Friday. C. Cupcake connoisseurs lined up around the block on Friday for the opening of local chef Tonya Redding’s newest bakery, Sweet Treats. D. Local chef Tonya Redding opened her newest venture, Sweet Treats Bakery, downtown on Friday afternoon to rave reviews from critics and customers.

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