Testbank Questions
Title/Author: Beebe-Mottet
Chapter Number: 12
Question Counts Required:
Multiple Choice – 10 questions @ Bloom’s level: Understanding
10
Multiple Choice – 15 questions @ Bloom’s AAE
15
Short Answer – 5 questions @ Bloom’s AAE
5
Essay – 5 questions @ Bloom’s AAE
5
Total questions per chapter:
35
Note: Here starts 10 Multiple Choice Understanding level questions
Question Title
M/C Question 1
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
________ speaking is a method of developing your own speech and then
reading exactly from the text.
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Manuscript
X
b.
Memorized
Consider This: One
advantage of this type of
presentation delivery is you
don’t have to worry about
forgetting what you’re going
to say.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
c.
Impromptu
Consider This: One
advantage of this type of
presentation delivery is you
don’t have to worry about
forgetting what you’re going
to say.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
d.
Extemporaneous
Consider This: One
advantage of this type of
presentation delivery is you
don’t have to worry about
forgetting what you’re going
to say.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
Learning
Objective
LO 12.1: Describe the four common delivery methods of communication ideas
Topic/Concept
Methods of Delivering Your Presentation
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Easy
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Question Title
M/C Question 2
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
What is an effective nonverbal mannerism that conveys a speaker’s
reliability, influence, and the general strength of his or her message?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Posture
X
b.
Movement
Consider This: Researchers
have found this nonverbal
cue helps communicate the
intensity of a specific
emotion.
LO 12.2: Identify ways of
maximizing presentation
effectiveness
c.
Gesture
Consider This: Researchers
have found this nonverbal
cue helps communicate the
intensity of a specific
emotion.
LO 12.2: Identify ways of
maximizing presentation
effectiveness
d.
Attire
Consider This: Researchers
have found this nonverbal
cue helps communicate the
intensity of a specific
emotion.
LO 12.2: Identify ways of
maximizing presentation
effectiveness
Learning
Objective
LO 12.2: Identify ways of maximizing presentation effectiveness
Topic/Concept
Effective Delivery Strategies
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Easy
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Question Title
M/C Question 3
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
What do media gatekeepers look for most when the spokesperson of an
organization addresses the media?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Quotable lines
X
b.
Dramatic gestures
Consider This: This tactic is
especially useful while
speaking for the broadcast
media, when you will only
be given a few seconds (or
sound bites) of airtime.
LO 12.3: Describe tips a
speaker should consider
when addressing the media
c.
Exaggerated facial
expressions
Consider This: This tactic is
especially useful while
media, when you will only
be given a few seconds (or
when addressing the media
d.
Jargon-filled language
Consider This: This tactic is
especially useful while
speaking for the broadcast
media, when you will only
be given a few seconds (or
sound bites) of airtime.
LO 12.3: Describe tips a
speaker should consider
when addressing the media
Learning
Objective
LO 12.3: Describe tips a speaker should consider when addressing the
media
Topic/Concept
Adapting Your Presentation for the Media
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Easy
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Question Title
M/C Question 4
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
What can be described as an item or infographic that supports your idea
pictorially so your audience can better comprehend it?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Presentation aid
X
b.
Dialect
Consider This: This includes
computer-generated slides
such as PowerPoint
presentations featuring lists
of bulleted words, phrases,
images, and even video.
LO 12.5: Interpret the
power of visual and auditory
aids as supplements to the
speech presentation
of bulleted words, phrases,
images, and even video.
LO 12.5: Interpret the
power of visual and auditory
aids as supplements to the
speech presentation
d.
Reference
Consider This: This includes
computer-generated slides
such as PowerPoint
presentations, featuring lists
of bulleted words, phrases,
images, and even video.
LO 12.5: Interpret the
power of visual and auditory
aids as supplements to the
speech presentation
Learning
Objective
LO 12.5: Interpret the power of visual and auditory aids as supplements to
the speech presentation
Topic/Concept
Presentation Aids
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Easy
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Question Title
M/C Question 5
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
_______ is a Web-based tool that saves pictures and infographics on an
Internet “cloud.”
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Prezi
X
b.
MS Excel
Consider This: Although this
software has many of the
same features as
PowerPoint, it also lets you
LO 12.5: Interpret the
power of visual and auditory
aids as supplements to the
speech presentation
c.
OpenOffice
Consider This: Although this
software has many of the
same features as
PowerPoint, it also lets you
easily zoom in and out of an
image to more easily adapt
to your audience.
LO 12.5: Interpret the
power of visual and auditory
aids as supplements to the
speech presentation
d.
Skype
Consider This: Although this
software has many of the
same features as
PowerPoint, it also lets you
easily zoom in and out of an
image to more easily adapt
to your audience.
LO 12.5: Interpret the
power of visual and auditory
aids as supplements to the
speech presentation
Learning
Objective
LO 12.5: Interpret the power of visual and auditory aids as supplements to
the speech presentation
Topic/Concept
Presentation Aids
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Easy
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Question Title
M/C Question 6
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
Which presentation software, created by Apple, can be used on personal
computers?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Keynote
X
b.
Prezi
Consider This: This software
program works similarly to
PowerPoint, but many users
like its sleek and
contemporary images.
LO 12.5: Interpret the
power of visual and auditory
aids as supplements to the
speech presentation
c.
OpenOffice
Consider This: This software
program works similarly to
PowerPoint, but many users
like its sleek and
contemporary images.
LO 12.5: Interpret the
power of visual and auditory
aids as supplements to the
speech presentation
d.
Excel
Consider This: This software
program works similarly to
PowerPoint, but many users
like its sleek and
contemporary images.
LO 12.5: Interpret the
power of visual and auditory
aids as supplements to the
speech presentation
Learning
Objective
LO 12.5: Interpret the power of visual and auditory aids as supplements to
the speech presentation
Topic/Concept
Presentation Aids
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Easy
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
The act of numbering the points you are going to make while responding to
an audience member’s query is called
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
using organizational
signposts.
X
b.
neutralizing hostile
questions.
Consider This: They help
you remain organized and
impress your listeners with
your clarity.
LO 12.4: Recognize tips to
make an effective question-
and-answer session after
the actual presentation
c.
staying on message.
Consider This: They help
you remain organized and
impress your listeners with
your clarity.
LO 12.4: Recognize tips to
make an effective question-
and-answer session after
the actual presentation
d.
repeating the question.
Consider This: They help
you remain organized and
impress your listeners with
your clarity.
LO 12.4: Recognize tips to
make an effective question-
and-answer session after
the actual presentation
Learning
Objective
LO 12.4: Recognize tips to make an effective question-and-answer session
after the actual presentation
Topic/Concept
Responding to Questions
Difficulty
applicable)
X
Easy
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
M/C Question 8
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
Which type of presentation delivery involves speaking without prior
preparation?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Impromptu speaking
X
b.
Memorized speaking
Consider This: This type of
speaking is also called
“thinking on your feet” or
“speaking off the cuff.”
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
c.
Manuscript speaking
Consider This: This type of
speaking is also called
“thinking on your feet” or
“speaking off the cuff.”
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
d.
Extemporaneous speaking
Consider This: This type of
speaking is also called
“thinking on your feet” or
“speaking off the cuff.”
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
Learning
Objective
LO 12.1: Describe the four common delivery methods of communication
ideas
Topic/Concept
Methods of Delivering Your Presentation
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Easy
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Question Title
M/C Question 9
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
What involves delivering a presentation speech by referring to the contents
of a text, with no prior attempt made at remembering the precise phrasing?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Extemporaneous speaking
X
b.
Manuscript speaking
Consider This: This type of
speaking sounds
conversational, fluid, and
thoughtful.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
c.
Memorized speaking
Consider This: This type of
speaking sounds
conversational, fluid, and
thoughtful.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
d.
Impromptu speaking
Consider This: This type of
speaking sounds
conversational, fluid, and
thoughtful.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
Learning
Objective
LO 12.1: Describe the four common delivery methods of communication
ideas
Topic/Concept
Methods of Delivering Your Presentation
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Easy
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
Question Title
M/C Question 10
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
Which type of presentation delivery permits you to maintain steady eye
contact with your listeners while also saying exactly what you want to say?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Memorized speaking
X
b.
Manuscript speaking
Consider This: Most of these
speeches appear stiff,
stilted, and over-rehearsed.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
c.
Extemporaneous speaking
Consider This: Most of these
speeches appear stiff,
stilted, and over-rehearsed.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
d.
Impromptu speaking
Consider This: Most of these
speeches appear stiff,
stilted, and over-rehearsed.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
Learning
Objective
LO 12.1: Describe the four common delivery methods of communication
ideas
Topic/Concept
Methods of Delivering Your Presentation
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Easy
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Note: Here starts 15 Multiple Choice Apply, Analyze, Evaluate level questions
Question Title
M/C Question 11
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
Jacobsen, the sales manager at Vincent Global, has to give a speech on the
different norms the newly hired interns must adhere to while they are at
work. Therefore, he decides to write the speech himself and read it word-
for-word when speaking. What is this method of delivery called?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Manuscript speaking
X
b.
Memorized speaking
Consider This: The goal
when delivering this type
speech is to sound like you
are not reading a speech.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
c.
Impromptu speaking
Consider This: The goal
when delivering this type
speech is to sound like you
are not reading a speech.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
d.
Extemporaneous speaking
Consider This: The goal
when delivering this type
speech is to sound like you
are not reading a speech.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
Learning
Objective
LO 12.1: Describe the four common delivery methods of communication
ideas
Topic/Concept
Methods of Delivering Your Presentation
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Moderate
Difficult
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Apply What
You Know
Analyze It
Evaluate It
X
Question Title
M/C Question 12
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
During the press conference, journalists and reporters inundate Braeden
with questions and ask him to make a speech about his experience working
on his new film, his costars, the director, and what features made the film
such a hit. Braeden has to respond to all the questions and give a speech
without any prior preparation. What is this method of speaking called?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Impromptu speaking
X
b.
Memorized speaking
Consider This: The key
advantage of this type of
speaking is you can speak
conversationally (because
you didn’t prepare your
message ahead of time)
while maintaining direct eye
contact with your listeners.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
c.
Manuscript speaking
Consider This: The key
advantage of this type of
speaking is you can speak
you didn’t prepare your
message ahead of time)
while maintaining direct eye
contact with your listeners.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
d.
Extemporaneous speaking
Consider This: The key
advantage of this type of
speaking is you can speak
conversationally (because
you didn’t prepare your
message ahead of time)
while maintaining direct eye
contact with your listeners.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
Learning
Objective
LO 12.1: Describe the four common delivery methods of communication
ideas
Topic/Concept
Methods of Delivering Your Presentation
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Moderate
Difficult
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Apply What
You Know
Analyze It
Evaluate It
X
Question Title
M/C Question 13
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
Mira, a prominent cyclist, was recently involved in a drug scandal. In an
effort to mitigate the crisis, her PR staff organized a press conference,
wrote a speech, and asked Mira to remember it word for word. What
method of delivery was Mira asked to adopt?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Memorized speaking
X
b.
Manuscript speaking
Consider This: A prime
disadvantage of this mode
of speaking is that you
might forget what you’ve
rehearsed.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
c.
Impromptu speaking
Consider This: A prime
disadvantage of this mode
of speaking is that you
might forget what you’ve
rehearsed.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
d.
Extemporaneous speaking
Consider This: Memorized
speaking has the advantage
of allowing you to have
constant eye contact with
your audience while also
saying precisely what you
want to say.
LO 12.1: Describe the four
common delivery methods
of communication ideas
Learning
Objective
LO 12.1: Describe the four common delivery methods of communication
ideas
Topic/Concept
Methods of Delivering Your Presentation
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Moderate
Difficult
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Apply What
You Know
Analyze It
Evaluate It
X
Question Title
M/C Question 14
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
Raj, an Indian publicist working in the United States, has a consistent style
of pronouncing certain words. For instance, while giving any presentation,
his audience notices he pronounces “bus” as “baw-s” and “police” as “pouw-
lis.” What aspect of Raj’s presentation delivery was illustrated in this
scenario, and why is it important?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Dialect; listeners tend to
prefer a dialect similar to
their own.
X
b.
Pitch; listeners tend to
listen more carefully if
speakers vary their vocal
Consider This: Although this
factor may lead to
audiences classifying the
pitch.
speaker as being from a
certain part of the world, it
won’t necessarily affect an
audience’s comprehension
of information, unless it is
so pronounced that the
listeners can’t understand
the speaker’s words.
LO 12.2: Identify ways of
maximizing presentation
effectiveness
c.
Volume; listeners take
speakers more seriously if
they speak softly.
Consider This: Although this
factor may lead to
audiences classifying the
speaker as being from a
certain part of the world, it
won’t necessarily affect an
audience’s comprehension
of information, unless it is
so pronounced that the
listeners can’t understand
the speaker’s words.
LO 12.2: Identify ways of
maximizing presentation
effectiveness
d.
Articulation; listeners
appreciate speakers who
display good enunciation
skills.
Consider This: Although this
factor may lead to
audiences classifying the
speaker as being from a
certain part of the world, it
won’t necessarily affect an
audience’s comprehension
of information, unless it is
so pronounced that the
listeners can’t understand
the speaker’s words.
LO 12.2: Identify ways of
maximizing presentation
effectiveness
Learning
Objective
LO 12.2: Identify ways of maximizing presentation effectiveness
Topic/Concept
Effective Delivery Strategies
Difficulty
Level
(mark X where
applicable)
Moderate
Difficult
X
Skill Level
(mark X where
Apply What
Analyze It
Evaluate It
You Know
X
Question Title
M/C Question 15
Assessment
Type
Multiple-choice
Question Stem
While delivering his presentation, the sales manager was slumped over and
casually leaning against a chair. The manager’s lackadaisical attitude made
the listeners lose focus and not take his message seriously. What aspect of
presentation delivery was the manager not showcasing properly?
Answer
Choices
Answer
Correct
Answer (x)
Feedback
a.
Posture
X
b.
Inflection
Consider This: This is a
strong nonverbal cue that
communicates your
credibility, power, and
overall intensity of your
message.
LO 12.2: Identify ways of
maximizing presentation
effectiveness
c.
Pitch
Consider This: This is a
strong nonverbal cue that
communicates your
credibility, power, and
overall intensity of your
message.
LO 12.2: Identify ways of
maximizing presentation
effectiveness
d.
Dialect
Consider This: This is a
strong nonverbal cue that
communicates your
credibility, power, and
overall intensity of your
message.
LO 12.2: Identify ways of
maximizing presentation
effectiveness
Learning
Objective
LO 12.2: Identify ways of maximizing presentation effectiveness
Topic/Concept
Effective Delivery Strategies
Difficulty
Moderate
Difficult