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Group activity presentations preview what the discussion following the activity will
cover.
Creating a podcast generally requires special equipment and software beyond what is
available on most current models of desktops, laptops, or tablet computers.
Because technical presentations are more scientific, there is no place for concrete
imagery that will help listeners visualize the project.
Presentational speakers tend to be seen as "first among equals," rather than being an
expert on the topic.
If the audience is aware of counterclaims to the argument and the speaker does not
acknowledge them, then the speaker can possibly lose credibility.
All persuasive speeches explicitly seek a response from the audience.
You do not need to be concerned about copyright issues in using audio or video clips.
Delivery cues should be included in the speaking outline.
A model is a two-dimensional representation of an object.
It is better to use a variety of sources, rather than a single source, to support a major
speech point.
Sales presentations are about informing the potential buyer, not persuading them.
A lavaliere microphone is one that attaches to your lapel or collar.
Technology should not get in the way of a speaker's relating to the audience.
If listeners hold a positive attitude toward the topic, the speaker won"t need to work to
reinforce the attitude.
In any given communication situation, all listeners will process information in exactly
the same.
Visual learners will greatly benefit from a speaker using presentation aids such as
diagrams, charts, and graphs.
It is important to use preview statements and transitions when giving a lecture.
When selecting a speech topic, a speaker should be guided solely by the audience's
interests.
It is easy to challenge deeply held cultural premises.
Assignments in education courses often focus on some form of persuasive speaking.
Thinking of public speaking as a threat to personal growth can be part of positive
thinking about public speaking.
Internal previews and internal summaries can serve as effective transitions.
The final part of the introducer's task is to talk about herself or himself.
Scanning is a technique whereby speakers gaze briefly at all members of the audience.
When you present an after-dinner speech you ought to recognize the occasion and
connect it to the speech.
Gaining confidence in public speaking comes about through preparation and practice.
When rehearsing a speech, the speaker should try to simulate the actual speech setting
but should not practice in front of people.
In a service learning presentation, students describe the service task, what they learned,
how it related to their service learning course, and any application to future practice.
The introduction should be the first part of the speech you prepare.
Original or firsthand research conducted by the speaker is primary research.
Claims of ______ focus on whether something is or is not true or whether something
will or will not happen.
In a _______ outline, each main and supporting point is stated in sentence form as a
declarative statement.
A lighthearted and entertaining speech delivered before, during, or after a meal is called
a(n) ______ speech.
The key to keeping the speech flowing while citing sources is to avoid __________ or
formulaic delivery.
In a speech, the skillful application of natural conversational behavior is termed
effective _______ .
The proper volume for delivering a speech is somewhat _______ than that of normal
conversation.
A contemporary persuasive model used by speakers and formulated by Abraham
Maslow is Maslow's hierarchy of ______ .
Establish an agreed-upon set of ____ ____ to indicate when a speaker is speaking too
loud or soft, too slow or fast.
_______ testimony is testimony by nonexperts.
It is important to establish credibility in the _______ of the speech.
When offering constructive feedback, be ________ and selective in your criticism.
If one team member __________ all the presentation aids, then all the presentation aids
will be consistent.
The _______ of a speech establishes the speech purpose and shows its relevance to the
audience.
In the _______ _______ _______ presentation, a team member or the entire team
provides evidence that a project, proposal, or design is worth funding.
Claims of ______ address issues of judgment and try to show why something is right or
wrong, good or bad, worthy or unworthy.
A type of special occasion speech that is a brief tribute to a person or event being
celebrated is referred to as a(n) ______ .
Pair no more than _____ complementary typefaces on a presentation aid.
