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40. When used effectively, repetition in a speech
41. “When you see your street, see my street; when you see your house, see my house; when you see
your children, see my children” is an example of
42. “He was the best in the outfield; he was the best at the plate; he was the best as a teammate” is an
example of
43. According to your textbook, “We shall fight on the beaches, we shall fight on the landing
grounds, we shall fight in the fields and in the streets, we shall fight in the hills” in an example of
44. __________ is the repetition of the initial consonant sound of close or adjoining words.
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51. “Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country” is an example
of
52. “Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate” is an example of
53. “We must put an end to war—or war will put an end to us” is an example of
54. “A voter without a ballot is like a soldier without a bullet” is an example of
55. “Government of the people, by the people, for the people” is an example of
56. “The task is heavy, the toil is long, and the trials will be severe” is an example of
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57. “A dream deferred dries up like a raisin in the sun” is an example of
58. “We will read all these names. We will linger over them. We will learn their stories, and we will
weep” is an example of
59. Which of the following is mentioned in your textbook as a basic criterion for the effective use of
language?
60. Which of the following does your textbook identify as a guideline for using language appropriately?
61. In her speech about classical ballet, Kyndra mentioned, but did not explain, the terms entrechat
and arabesque. Since most of her listeners were unfamiliar with ballet, what error did Kyndra
make in her use of language?
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62. When Tami introduced the new university president to a group of distinguished alumni, she
closed her remarks by saying, “You folks are really going to like this new Prez.” Afterward, the
event organizer told Tami that in the future she should use more formal language when speaking
on such an occasion. Which of the following statements best describes Tami’s error?
63. Which of the following are mentioned in your textbook as guidelines for the use of inclusive
language in public speaking?
64. In her speech about depression, Tanya, said:
“A person who has depression can experience a variety of symptoms. He might have difficulty
concentrating or making decisions; he might show signs of fatigue; he will probably lose interest
in his favorite activities.”
Which of the guidelines for the inclusive use of language in public speaking mentioned in your
textbook does this passage violate?
65. Which of the following are mentioned in your textbook as guidelines for the use of inclusive
language in public speaking?
12. Here are four words whose meaning is roughly synonymous—watch, look, stare, gaze. Select the
appropriate word to complete each of the following sentences.
a. ______________ at this rock I found and tell me what you think it is.
b. On clear summer evenings, we like to lie on a blanket and ______________ up at the stars.
c. My grandparents like to sit on their front porch and ______________ the people walk by.
d. Didn’t your parents teach you that it’s impolite to ______________ ?
13. Here are four words whose meaning is roughly synonymous—madness, eccentricity, obsession,
infatuation. Select the most appropriate word to complete each of the following sentences.
a. Professor Schwartz never wears an overcoat even on the coldest days. That’s his personal
_______________ .
b. My friend Jean has every Beatles record ever made. She’s gone beyond collecting to the
point of _______________ .
c. Sue’s love for Zac Efron isn’t real love. It’s just _______________ .
d. My public speaking instructor thinks I’m going to deliver six speeches this semester. That’s
_______________ .
14. In public speaking, the use of language should be appropriate to:
a.
b.
c.
d.
15. Identify four points mentioned by your textbook for using inclusive language:
a.
b.
c.
d.
Essay Questions
1. Explain the following statement: “Language does not mirror reality. Instead, language helps
create our sense of reality by giving meaning to events.”
2. Explain the following statement: “On most occasions when we are looking for ‘just the right
word,’ what we are really looking for is just the right idea.”
3. Explain the following statement: “Language is not neutral. The words we use to label an event
determine to a great extent how we respond to it.”
4. What are the differences between connotative meaning and denotative meaning? Be sure to
illustrate your answer with examples of each kind of meaning.
5. Explain the differences between abstract and concrete words. Why are public speakers usually
advised to rely on the latter rather than on the former?
6. Identify and explain the four criteria given in your textbook for using language effectively.
7. What is the difference between using language accurately and using language clearly? Explain
the three criteria given in your textbook for using language clearly.