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Indicate whether the statement is true or false.
1. An example of a commemorative address would be a speech given on the anniversary of D-Day.
a. True
b. False
2. It is inappropriate to use an acceptance speech to advocate for an unrelated cause.
a. True
b. False
3. During a speech of introduction, you should never try to contact the speaker to ask what points in the biography the
speaker would like to emphasize. Instead, you should use the speaker’s resume and surprise him or her.
a. True
b. False
4. An acceptance speech is a response to a speech of recognition.
a. True
b. False
5. The primary goal of ceremonial speaking is to persuade.
a. True
b. False
6. It is appropriate in a commencement address to make a political statement and ignore the graduating class.
a. True
b. False
7. During a welcome speech, a master of ceremonies might be asked to welcome and introduce a speaker.
a. True
b. False
8. In a speech of nomination, you should link the candidate with the position, honor, or award in ways that make him or
her appear to be a natural choice.
a. True
b. False
9. Acceptance speeches that do not adhere to expectations often have disastrous results.
a. True
b. False
10. Toasts are expected to last around 6 to 8 minutes.
a. True
b. False
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Indicate the answer choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
11. For an acceptance speech to be effective, the speech must be _____________________.
a. brief, humble, and short
b. brief, short, and gracious
c. gracious, humble, and short
d. brief, humble, and gracious
12. What are the goals of a speech of nomination?
a. to highlight the qualities that make the nominee the most credible candidate
b. to list the candidate’s personal and professional qualifications that meet those criteria
c. formally place the candidate’s name in nomination, creating a dramatic climax to clinch your speech
d. all of these choices are correct
13. A speech that praises graduating students and attempts to inspire them to reach for their goals is called a(n):
a. keynote address
b. commencement address
c. commemorative address
d. inspirational address
14. The body of a speech of introduction should ________________.
a. mention the speaker by name
b. quickly establish the nature of the occasion
c. briefly identify the topic and title of the speech
d. focus on three or four things the audience ought to know about the person being introduced
15. The unique type of tribute speeches, where guests might offer good-natured insults or anecdotes, personal stories, or
uplifting accolades are called:
a. toasts
b. roasts
c. eulogies
d. ceremonials
16. A speech of tribute that honors a worthy person or group by naming a structure, monument, or park after the honoree
is called a ________________.
a. keynote address
b. commencement address
c. dedication speech
d. speech to entertain
17. A speech of recognition should ____________________________.
a. recount the nature and history of the award
b. how the recipient met the recognition criteria
c. tell the audience why the recipient is being recognized
d. all of these are correct
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18. What special considerations should one keep in mind during a speech of recognition?
a. refrain from overpraising; do not explain everything in superlatives as this can make the presentation seem to lack
sincerity and honesty
b. shake hands with the recipients and look them in the eye
c. look at the recipients in the eye and convey your appreciation
d. convey your appreciation but don’t overpraise their disposition
19. A speech that sets the tone and generates enthusiasm for the topic of a conference or convention is called a
_______________.
a. keynote address
b. commencement address
c. commemorative address
d. tribute speech
20. A speech that greets and expresses pleasure for the presence of a person or an organization is called a _____________.
a. speech of welcome
b. speech of introduction
c. speech of recognition
d. speech of acceptance
21. A speech to ___________ is a humorous speech that makes a serious point.
a. recognize
b. entertain
c. welcome
d. nominate
22. Which of the following is characteristic of ceremonial speaking?
a. Ceremonial speaking invites listeners to agree with you about the value of a person, object, event, or place an
occasion revolves around.
b. How we shape our ceremonial speech depends on the special occasion and the distinct audience expectations for
what they will hear.
c. Ceremonial speeches are generally no more than five minutes long.
d. All of these choices are correct.
23. A roast is expected to _________________.
a. uplift accolades
b. offer heartwarming or outlandish personal stories
c. offer good-natured insults or anecdotes
d. all of these choices are correct
24. A speech given at a funeral to remember someone is a(n) ______ speech.
a. tribute
b. recognition
c. eulogy
d. keynote
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25. A _____________ speech is given to honor someone who is leaving an organization.
a. farewell
b. recognition
c. dedication
d. commencement
26. If the audience’s expectations are set too high in a speech of introduction, what might occur?
a. the audience will become resentful
b. even a good speaker might have trouble living up to them
c. the thinking of the audience might be changed
d. the audience will get bored
27. A person announcing the winner of a lifetime achievement award is giving a(n) __________________ speech.
a. tribute
b. recognition
c. welcome
d. keynote
28. A master of ceremonies is typically used in which occasion?
a. Year-end honorary banquets
b. Corporate dinner meetings
c. Local charity events
d. All of these are correct
29. A speech that praises or celebrates a person, a group, or an event is called a _______________________.
a. nomination speech
b. commencement speech
c. celebration speech
d. tribute speech
30. A(n) __________ introduces and enlists interest in a concept, product, or practice in three minutes or less.
a. dedication
b. keynote address
c. farewell
d. elevator pitch
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Answer Key
1. True
2. True
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