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Multiple Choice:
Directions: Choose the BEST answer to the following questions.
11.1 Overall, effective presentational skills hinge mostly on which two skills?
A. Manipulation skills and style
B. Language style and delivery
C. Research and believability
D. Humor and knowledge
11.2 The phrases, meticulous m and tedious time consuming illustrate
good language style because:
A. They are vivid phrases
B. They are complex phrases
C. They apply relational language
D. They improve inflection
11.3 When Robert, the supervisor, speaks to his employees, he says things such as, will all
succeed this quarter because we have worked so and will give out bonuses to all
team members when all of us have finished with our sections of the Robert
employs
which language technique in his speech?
A. Esoteric wording
B. Extemporaneous delivery
C. Relational language
D. Effective vocal delivery
11.4 The connotation of words refers to:
A. The dictionary definition of a word
B. The feelings and emotions that a word brings to mind
C. The values and beliefs associated with a word in a particular culture
D. The meaning it has when it is translated from Latin
11.5 Why is it better to say brown murder mystery boo instead of
A. The first phrase is more abstract.
B. The second phrase is too vivid.
C. The second phrase is better than the first.
11.6 Which of the following best describes vocal pitch?
A. The softness or loudness of the voice
B. The speed of the words spoken
C. The high and low notes of the voice
D. The quality of the voice
11.7 The rate of speaking during a presentation should:
A. Remain the same throughout so as not to confuse the audience.
B. Should build steadily from the beginning until the end in order to keep the audience
interested.
C. Continuously slow down so the audience can keep retaining the information you are
giving them.
D. Vary according to the importance of the issue being discussed in the speech.
11.8 Jason had a tendency to forget to use gestures through most of his speech, so he would
throw in some extras at the end so figuring that the audience only remembers the last thing
they see and hear anyway. What could be the result of this action?
A. The ill-timed gestures could negatively affect his credibility.
B. The gestures will look awkward to his audience.
C. The gestures will complement the speech no matter where they are in the message.
D. The gestures could be distracting.
E. A, B, and D
11.9 Effective speakers will generally avoid which of the following?
A. Using one type of gesture
B. Random hand movements
C. Verbal pauses
D. A and B
E. All of the above
11.10 Which method of delivery involves reading a speech word for word?
A. Memorized
B. Impromptu
C. Manuscript
D. Extemporaneous
11.11 Mark was called on yesterday in the managers meeting by his supervisor to talk about the
recent downsizing of his staff. When Mark spoke, he most likely used which style of
delivery?
A. Impromptu
B. Extemporaneous
C. Memorized
D. Planned
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11.12 The memorized method of delivery is best used when:
A. Using exact words is important
B. When the speaker needs to concentrate on aspects of delivery
C. Feedback is important to the speaker
D. All of the above
E. A and B only
11.13 One of the easiest ways to identify a speaker using the extemporaneous method of delivery
is:
A. If he or she is using a key word outline.
B. If the speaker acts surprised to be called on and speaks from the top of his or her head.
C. If the speaker reads the complete message from a transcript.
D. If he or she losses place in the speech and it takes a minute for the person to remember
where they were in the speech.
11.14 Advantages of extemporaneous speaking include:
A. Knowing that you will have precise phrasing
B. The ability to evaluate the audience for feedback
C. The ability to know each word that you are going to say before you stand up
D. Knowing that you do not have to make eye contact with the audience
11.15 Which of the following is NOT good advice about improving extemporaneous delivery?
A. Keep all the main points in order
B. Write down key phrases that have important wording
C. Try to memorize as much of the body as you can
D. Let yourself relax
11.16 In a low-tech presentation which of the following would be used?
A. Flip charts
B. Any non-electronic visual aid
C. No visual materials
D. Posters
E. All of the above
11.17 Allison needs to be able to provide a large quantity of information to her
audience, including
many figures and numbers they will need to reference throughout the presentation. Which
type of visual aid might best suit needs?
A. Overheads
B. Handouts
C. PowerPoint
D. Posters
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11.18 When using a non-electronic type of visual aid, which of the following is good advice to
follow in preparing the visual?
A. Use large letters to ensure that it is legible
B. Try to fit it all onto one page in order to make it easier to follow
C. Make photocopies of all of it so that nothing important is erased
D. All of the above
11.19 PowerPoint is useful because:
A. It is easily accessible and inexpensive.
B. It can be used in a lighted room whereas an overhead cannot.
C. It is can be used effectively when there is complex material to explain.
D. A speaker can write on it like a flipchart.
11.20 Which of the following is true about using a visual aid?
A. Keep it covered when you are not using it.
B. Look at the visual when you are talking about it, not the audience.
C. Always handout a copy of transparencies and PowerPoint
slides.
D.
Let the visual aid control the flow of the speech.
11.21 If you were going to give an informative speech about the Beatles effect on music in the
United States, which of the following might increase the effectiveness of the
speech?
A. A music clip
B. A picture of the band members
C. A poster from a concert
D. A video clip of the band performing in the United States
E. All of the above
Definitions:
Directions: Define or give a brief explanation of the importance of the following words to this
chapter.
11.1 Language vividness
11.2 Relational language
11.3 Voice pitch
11.4 Abstract language
11.5 Monotone pitch
11.6 Strategic pauses
11.7 Impromptu delivery
11.8 PowerPoint
11.9 Extemporaneous speaking
11.10 Overhead transparencies
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True and False:
Directions: After reading each statement, decide if it is true or false.
11.1 needs to be clear, and clarity means being
11.2 An effective speaker will never use any ig in order that the message is understood
completely.
11.4 Language style depends on the audience, regardless of the occasion.
11.5 Delivery is considered the use of vocal and bodily qualities to create meaning in a message.
11.6 If you want to give greater emphasis and clarity to a point in a speech, a good idea is to slow
the rate of speaking.
11.7 The type of delivery used depends on what is appropriate for the occasion and purpose.
11.8 If you are nervous, one of the best strategies is to look out at the audience, but above their
heads.
11.9 The manuscript method of delivery is likely the most natural.
11.10 Visual aids rarely enhance a message; the main advantage is that a visual aid will keep the
attention longer.
Essay:
11.1 Explain what it means to have good language style. Provide some illustrations of strong and
weak styles.
11.2 How could using technical language and abstract language affect the interpretation of a
message?
11.3 What creates effective vocal delivery?
11.4 Explain how varying the rate and volume of speech can change the message. Give examples.
11.5 Describe the ways that speakers can use pauses, and when the pauses are most appropriate.
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11.6 What are the most common pitfalls that speakers make in relation to delivery? How can they
be corrected or improved?
11.7 What are the four kinds of delivery styles and when are they used most effectively?
11.8 Compare the manuscript method of delivery with the extemporaneous method. What are the
advantages and disadvantages of each? Provide examples.
11.9 What are the advantages of the manuscript method versus the disadvantages? Do the
advantages outweigh the disadvantages, or vice versa? Why?
11.10 How can a speaker improve his or her extemporaneous delivery?
11.11 Discuss several different types of visual aids and describe when they are most useful, as
well as when they should not be used.
11.12 How can PowerPoint be used to increase the effectiveness of a message?
11.13 What strategies does the text offer in order to use visual aids competently and efficiently?