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1.
_______ is the relative loudness of a speaker’s voice while giving a speech.
2.
The proper volume for delivering a speech is somewhat _______ than that of normal
conversation.
3.
A speaker should adjust their speaking _______ to the size of the room and the number
of people in the audience.
4.
The range of sounds from high to low is known as _______.
5.
________ can enhance meaning by providing a type of punctuation, emphasizing a
point, or just allowing listeners a moment to contemplate what is being said.
6.
Unnecessary and undesirable words used to fill pauses are called _______ _______.
7.
Enthusiasm is one key to achieving vocal _______.
8.
To avoid _______, the speaker’s mouth should be positioned about six inches from a
handheld or fixed microphone.
9.
A ________ is a particular way of speaking associated with a specific social group or
region.
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