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1. Strong emotional appeals are usually more effective than moderate appeals.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 24a The Emotional Impact You Want 2. People will only be motivated by positive emotions.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: […]

63 Teaching Chapters 1–4: Approaching Public Speaking Chapter 1: Understanding Speaking Key Concepts 1-1 Understand what it means to be a public speaker. 1-2 Determine how to balance communication resources to speak effectively. 1-3 Discover the role of consciousness in […]

1. Speakers should not be reluctant to provide information about their qualifications in their speech. a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 25c Bolster Your Credibility during Your Speech 2. Ifyouarenota“born”publicspeaker,youwillfinditdifficulttoachieveanadequatedegreeofcompetence.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 1e Five […]

1. Limiting the number of ideas in your speech may be necessary to ensure adequate depth of analysis.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 10b Narrowing Your Topic 2. The occasion for a speech is closely related to its […]

105 Chapter 10: Topic Selection Key Concepts 10-1 Identify a speech topic that is appropriate to your audience and situation. 10-2 Discuss the general purpose and the specific purpose of your speech. 10-3 Explain how to develop a clear thesis. […]

Chapter 11: Audience Analysis Key Concepts 11-1 Seek information to clarify possible audience attitudes, values, and beliefs. 11-2 Identify what is meaningful to your audience. Suggested Activities and Exercises Audience Analysis Divide the class into groups of three or four. […]

1. Intelligent inference and empathy are unrealistic methods to use when attempting to gather information on your audience.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 11a Sources of Information 2. If the majority of your audience is in extreme disagreement […]

1. Generally, when gathering research for your speech it is best to start with recorded information, and then seek out knowledgeable individuals.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 12b Progress from the General to the Specific 2. Research your […]

113 Teaching Chapters 12–15: Finding and Using Resources Chapter 12: Your Research Strategy Key Concepts 12-1 Use a research strategy that enables you to gather information effectively. Suggested Activities and Exercises The Lexicon Hunt As part of a speaking assignment […]

115 Chapter 13: Print, Internet, and Other Electronic Resources Key Concepts 13-1 Execute your research strategy by gathering materials from the library and from electronic sources. Suggested Activities and Exercises Library Resource Search Divide the class into pairs or groups […]

1. Web-based materials should be scrutinized and subjected to tests of credibility and reliability.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 13c The Internet 2. Periodical indexes are for searching about a specific field such as engineering.​ a. True b. […]

1. Your family and coworkers are rarely valuable sources of information.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 14a Finding People with Relevant Information 2. It is productive to ask an interviewee if they would like to make a wrap-up […]

118 Chapter 14: Interviewing People about Your Topic Key Concepts 14-1 Execute your research strategy by seeking information directly from other people. Suggested Activities and Exercises The Expert Interview Have each class member identify a topic on which they feel […]

120 Chapter 15: Identifying and Recording Evidence Key Concepts 15-1 Extract examples, statistics, and testimony from your research for use in your speech. Suggested Activities and Exercises Supporting Main Points After a discussion on conducting research and the use of […]

1. Speakers should always use as many statistics as possible.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 15b Statistical Evidence 2. It is not necessary to evaluate the credibility of the authorities you cite when you use testimony as proof.​ […]

1. At the early stage of speech preparation a topic outline is more appropriate than a full sentence outline.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 16b Identifying Potential Points 2. Concept mapping is a visual method of taking your […]

123 Teaching Chapters 16–20: Organizing Your Ideas and Information Chapter 16: Exploring Your Ideas Key Concepts 16-1 Develop strategies for grouping ideas into speech points. Suggested Activities and Exercises Andy Rooney Exercise Present students with a totally jumbled set of […]

1. Ideally, a speech should have between two and three main points.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 17c Two to Five Main Points 2. You should use your thesis statement as a standard against which to test the […]

125 Chapter 17: Choosing Points That Work Key Concepts 17-1 Determine which main points work best to convey your ideas. Suggested Activities and Exercises Planning a Party This exercise works well in either a class discussion or small group format. […]

1. There is basically one universal way to organize a speech.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 18 Arranging Points 2. According to the text, the most frequently used speech organizational pattern is the topical pattern.​ a. True b. […]

127 Chapter 18: Arranging Points Key Concepts 18-1 Create the pattern of speech organization that is best suited to your topic and purpose. Suggested Activities and Exercises Organization Choices Ask students what other organizational patterns the creators could have chosen […]

© 2017 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. May not be scanned, copied, or duplicated, or posted to a publicly accessible website, in whole or in part. Chapter 19: Outlining Key Concepts 19-1 Use a formal outline as an organizational tool. […]

1. Full sentences must have both a subject and a predicate in order to provide a criterion against which to test the relevance of subordinate points.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 19b The Full-Sentence Outline 2. Following the […]

69 Chapter 2: Listening and Providing Feedback Key Concepts 2-1 Practice effective listening skills. 2-2 Summarize the guidelines for providing constructive feedback. 2-3 Recognize listening pitfalls. Suggested Activities and Exercises Listening Critiques Have students practice the principles of constructive feedback […]

1. Itisimportanttotaketimetopreparebeforeasituationthatrequiresskilledlistening.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 2a Prepare to Listen 2. Effectivelistenersknowwhentouncriticallyacceptideasandinformationtheyencounter.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 2b Be Curious and Think Critically 3. Listenerssharetheethicalresponsibilityformeaningsthatcomeoutofspeeches.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 2e Common Listening […]

1. A speaker using induction is trying to lead an audience to a conclusion by demonstrating relationships between established premises.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 20b Inductive Reasoning 20c Deductive Reasoning 2. There is only one way to […]

135 Chapter 20: Building Sound Arguments Key Concepts 20-1 Use sound reasoning to develop your speech. Suggested Activities and Exercises Viewing Persuasive Speeches This exercise parallels the viewing informative speeches exercise in the previous section. Once again, students should be […]

1. To explain a concept clearly, begin with simple examples and move toward more complex ones.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 21a Help Your Listeners Grasp Information 2. Itisimportanttoprovidetheaudiencewitha“bigpicture”senseoftheentirespeechbeforegivingdetails.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 21a Help […]

139 Teaching Chapters 21–26: Getting Your Ideas Across Chapter 21: Informative Strategies Key Concepts 21-1 Explain the techniques that help listeners acquire, process, and retain information. 21-2 Demonstrate ways to help listeners understand your speech. Suggested Activities and Exercises Sample […]

1. Arranging your arguments from strongest to weakest employs the primacy principle and is called the climax format.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 22c Organizational Patterns 2. If you want the audience to take action from your persuasive […]

© 2017 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. May not be scanned, copied, or duplicated, or posted to a publicly accessible website, in whole or in part. Chapter 22: Persuasive Strategies Key Concepts 22-1 Clarify your persuasive goal. 22-2 Organize your […]

146 Chapter 23: Reasoning Key Concepts 23-1 Explain the purpose of claims, data, and warrants. 23-2 Connect credible evidence to claims. Suggested Activities and Exercises Reasoning in Persuasive Speeches Have students develop causal, inductive, deductive, and analogous arguments to support […]

1. There is one correct way to show reasoning in a speech outline.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 23d Showing Links between Evidence and Claims 2. Pure, simple causal arguments are fairly common.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: […]

148 Chapter 24: Motivational Appeals Key Concepts 24-1 Recognize the emotional impact of your words. 24-2 Develop appeals to listeners’ needs. 24-3 Relate your speech to listener’s values. Suggested Activities and Exercises Motivational Appeals in Advertising After breaking the class […]

151 Chapter 25: Credibility Key Concepts 25-1 Develop an understanding of credibility. 25-2 Learn to build credibility through content and delivery. Suggested Activities and Exercises Credibility Profile Have each student prepare a detailed credibility profile of one key source that […]

1. Presenting a balanced view of pros and cons can add to your image of trustworthiness.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 25c Bolster Your Credibility during Your Speech 2. Establishing credibility during your speech is more important than […]

154 Chapter 26: Presentation Aids Key Concepts 26-1 Plan your use of presentation aids. 26-2 Develop clear and manageable aids. 26-3 Organize aids to blend smoothly into your speech. 26-4 Demonstrate effective use of presentation software. Suggested Activities and Exercises […]

1. The first step in determining what presentation aid to use is to decide what type of equipment you will have on the speech day.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 26a Determine What Aids Are Appropriate 2. There […]

156 Teaching Chapters 27–32: Crafting Your Speech Chapter 27: Modes of Delivery Key Concepts 27-1 Demonstrate an ability to speak following the four modes of delivery. Suggested Activities and Exercises Identify and Discuss the Mode of Delivery Ask students to […]

1. When you are an inexperienced, nervous speaker, speaking from a manuscript is the easiest and most effective mode of delivery.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False 2. Settle on one mode of delivery and be sure that your speech […]

159 Chapter 28: Language and Style Key Concepts 28-1 Distinguish what makes oral style different than written. 28-2 Develop the ability to use clear, vivid, and varied language. Suggested Activities and Exercises Oral and Written Style Ask each student to […]

1. Most nonstandard language is substandard and should be corrected to be in line with the dominant ways of speaking. a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 28c Appropriate Language 2. A formal speech should not be conversational.​ a. True […]

164 Chapter 29: Capturing Attention and Interest Key Concepts 29-1 Learn to create lively speech content. 29-2 Develop strategies to convert attention to interest. Suggested Activities and Exercises Critiquing Attention and Interest Factors in Political Speeches Show your students part […]

1. Your text suggests that you should keep your audience involved, but not by using names of people in your audience.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 29b How to Involve Your Audience 2. Neversay“aperson”or“one”ifyoucangiveaname.​ a. True b. False […]

73 Chapter 3: Speaking Ethically Key Concepts 3-1 Recognize the ethical implications of your choices during the speechmaking process. 3-2 Describe the benefits of a balanced use of logic, emotion, and credibility in speaking. Suggested Activities and Exercises Ethical Quality […]

1. Nodecisionaspeakermakesismorallyneutral.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 3a The Ethical Implications of Your Choices 2. ​Every time you speak, you exercise power and with power comes responsibility. a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 3a The Ethical Implications […]

1. Each of the three parts of your introduction should stand out as a clear and separate step.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 30a The Introduction 2. It is important to set a tone of collaboration with your […]

166 Chapter 30: Introductions and Conclusions Key Concepts 30-1 Develop an effective introduction to your speech. 30-2 Create a conclusion that provides logical and psychological closure in a memorable way. Suggested Activities and Exercises Introductions After your students have unscrambled […]

Chapter 31: Polishing Your Speech Key Concepts 31-1 Create connectives to link ideas and express relationships. Suggested Activities and Exercises Transition Exercise Prepare slips of paper containing unrelated words, one word per slip, such as elephant, light bulb, spaghetti, Julius […]

1. Rather than building your credibility, citing sources during your speech can be distracting and is often unnecessary.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 31a Weave in Supporting Materials Smoothly 2. Transitions are more important in speaking than in […]

1. The final few practice sessions should be used for receiving feedback.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 32a The Three Stages of Practice 2. The context in which you will be speaking will dictate the format your speech […]

173 Chapter 32: Practicing Your Speech Key Concepts 32-1 Demonstrate the ability to make improvements through practice. 32-2 Prepare speaking notes. 32-3 Avoid practice pitfalls. Suggested Activities and Exercises “Practice Makes Perfect” This assignment, developed by Ayres, D. and Ayres, […]

175 Teaching Chapters 33–37: Speech Contexts Chapter 33: Analyzing Speech Contexts Key Concepts 33-1 Analyze the context of your speaking situation. Suggested Activities and Exercises Contexts and Continua As a class discussion, or in small groups, have students analyze the […]

1. Where you are speaking is one of the five basics to think about when planning your speech.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 33a The Basics 2. All speaking contexts carry the expectations of a high level of […]

1. Educators have found that oral reports, debates, and group presentations are powerful ways to master subject matter.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 34c Oral Assignments to Help You Master Subject Matter 2. A speech that requires students […]

177 Chapter 34: Educational Context Key Concepts 34-1 Develop speaking skills in an educational context. Suggested Activities and Exercises Simulated Speech Discussion Have students share experiences of when they have learned about communication in certain contexts through participating in simulated […]

1. If you are going into the job market, it is important to project a professional image including your online image such as your Facebook or LinkedIn profile.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True 2. Audience analysis is rarely useful […]

179 Chapter 35: Workplace Context Key Concepts 35-1 Use informative speech strategies in workplace settings. 35-2 Develop persuasive project proposals. 35-3 Follow guidelines for project status reports. 35-4 Observe guidelines for team presentations. Suggested Activities and Exercises PSR Workshop Have […]

182 Chapter 36: Civic and Political Context Key Concepts 36-1 Develop a presentation appropriate to the civic or political format. 36-2 Apply the guidelines for public dialogue or debate. Suggested Activities and Exercises Contexts and Dimensions Record a local government […]

1. Group formats include symposium, panel, forum, and debate.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 36a Group Formats 2. It is impossible to avoid personal attacks in public debates​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 36 Introduction 3. […]

Chapter 37: Social and Ceremonial Context Key Concepts 37-1 Demonstrate an understanding of the guidelines for various social and ceremonial contexts. 37-2 Create a ceremonial speech appropriate to the expectations of the audience and situation. Suggested Activities and Exercises Tribute […]

1. Acknowledging or celebrating the value of the one being eulogized will only make the family of the deceased feel sad.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False 2. Because they are meant to fill a ritualistic function, ceremonial speeches are […]

84 Chapter 4: Overcoming Fear of Speaking Key Concepts 4-1 Explain the body’s biological response to fear. 4-2 Develop a plan for managing public-speaking anxiety. Suggested Activities and Exercises Supportive Environment Any class activity that promotes a supportive classroom environment […]

1. Visualizing success is a method that can relieve some of the anxiety related to public speaking. a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 4d Use Positive Self-Suggestion 2. The best way to overcome fear of public speaking is to […]

89 Teaching Chapters 5–8: Presenting Your Speech Chapter 5: Vocal Delivery Key Concepts 5-1 Demonstrate an ability to use the many elements of voice to communicate effectively. 5-2 Develop an understanding of standard pronunciation. 5-3 Reduce your own use of […]

1. Itisessentialtoeliminateregionalandnonnativeaccentstobeeffectiveasaspeaker.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 5a Speak to Be Heard and Understood 2. You should try to create a separate speaking persona.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 5a Speak to Be Heard and Understood […]

93 Chapter 6: Physical Delivery Key Concepts 6-1 Demonstrate how to project confidence through physical delivery. 6-2 Discuss how to maintain attention through physical delivery. Suggested Activities and Exercises Charades This exercise asks students to convey emotions nonverbally. Prepare a […]

1. It is effective to establish eye contact with individual audience members about 85 percent of the speech.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: True REFERENCES: 6f Expression 2. You should always stand when you give a speech.​ a. True b. […]

1. ​It is not necessary to practice with your presentation aids; just incorporate them on the day of your speech. a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 7a Practice with Your Aids 2. You should spend as much time developing […]

98 Chapter 7: Using Presentation Aids Key Concepts 7-1 Plan your use of presentation aids. 7-2 Develop clear and manageable aids that blend smoothly into your speech. 7-3 Demonstrate effective use of presentation software. Suggested Activities and Exercises Viewing Sample […]

100 Chapter 8: Answering Questions Key Concepts 8-1 Respond to audience questions effectively. Suggested Activities and Exercises Answering Questions Effectively Have each student stand in front of the class and discuss some topic of interest to him/her. After about a […]

1. When asked a direct question the speaker should always give a direct answer first and then proceed to elaborate on or qualify the answer.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 8b 2. ​Audience questions help a speaker determine […]

102 Teaching Chapters 9–11: Planning Your Speech Chapter 9: Your Preparation Schedule Key Concepts 9-1 Summarize the four phases of creativity. 9-2 Prepare orally through preparation and presentation phases. Suggested Activities and Exercises Planning Exercise This activity can be used […]

1. Setting intermediate deadlines is unrealistic and counterproductive to the speech process.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: False REFERENCES: 9b A Realistic Timetable 2. The four phases of creativity are: preparation, incubation, illumination, and refinement.​ a. True b. False ANSWER: […]

41 Sample Pre-Speech Audience Analysis Questionnaire 1. What is your attitude toward this statement? Speaker’s Proposition: “School uniforms should be required in all public schools for grades K-8.” Strongly Disagree Moderately Disagree Slightly Disagree Neither Agree nor Disagree Slightly Agree […]

© 2017 Cengage Learning. All Rights Reserved. May not be scanned, copied, or duplicated, or posted to a publicly accessible website, in whole or in part. Sample Formal Outline Checklist Topic Appropriate to assignment or occasion 10a.2 Timely and timeless […]

Part I General Approach to Teaching The Speaker’s Compact Handbook Introduction All instructors wear a variety of hats in a given class, but those hats include more than the customary one designating only a dispenser of information. Those instructors who […]

21 a lofty one? Or are some means of communicating, such as quoting out of context, inherently unethical no matter who is using them to what end? Those who lean toward the “ends justify the means” position will soon find […]

187 Part III Additional Resources Civikly-Powell, J. (1999). Creating a new course. In J. A. Daly, G. W. Friedrich, and A. L. Vangelisti (eds.), Teaching Communication: Theory, Research and Methods, 2nd ed. (pp. 61- 72). Hillsdale, NJ: Lawrence Erlbaum Associates. […]