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
2. Because they are meant to fill a ritualistic function, ceremonial speeches are never meant to share information.
a. True
b. False
3. Information exchange is of secondary importance in a ceremonial speech.
a. True
b. False
4. Humilityisadmirable,butdon’tbetoohumblewhenacceptinganawardortribute.
a. True
b. False
5. It is best to use the impromptu mode in giving a toast.
a. True
b. False
6. When presenting an award or honor, you should not ______.
a. Explain how the person was selected for the honor
b. List achievements of the person being honored
c. Announcetheperson’snameearlyinthespeech
d. Explain how the person was selected for the honor
7. What does it mean when your authors say that when you give a ceremonial speech, you are forced to tread near
that line, separating tradition and triteness?
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8. List four guidelines for preparing a eulogy and briefly explain how you could apply each in a speech about your
instructor.
9. Assume that you have just received a trophy for being voted the most improved speaker in your class. Write a
one-paragraph acceptance speech that follows the guidelines in the text.
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