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Indicate the answer choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
1. When giving an introduction speech, the speaker should avoid discussing the topic for the speech and focus
instead on the upcoming speaker.
a.
True
b.
False
2. What does a speech of recognition highlight?
a.
an agenda for a corporate enterprise
b.
an admonishment about moral goodness
c.
sustained, future-oriented inspiration
d.
a person’s accomplishments or character
3. Which speech is a type of motivational speaking?
a.
a sermon
b.
an introduction speech
c.
a toast
d.
an acceptance speech
4. The Carnegie Museum of Art just awarded Nicole with the Carnegie Prize. Although Nicole did not prepare
an acceptance speech before the ceremony, she knows that she should:
a.
say that others were more deserving of the prize.
b.
recognize the people who helped her along the way.
c.
promote her novel to encourage more people to buy it.
d.
leave time to take questions from the audience.
5. Celebratory speeches are the most personal kind of speaking.
a.
True
b.
False
6. Aristotle noted that the various speeches of celebration have two things in common: (1) they are
fundamentally designed to bring a community together, and (2) they are:
a.
entertaining.
b.
given by one speaker.
c.
as brief as possible.
d.
focused on the present.
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7. Regardless of the context, community is celebrated by emphasizing shared values, common commitments,
and mutual histories.
a.
True
b.
False
8. Outside the educational context, a lecture is a speech of blame.
a.
True
b.
False
9. Celebratory speeches are the most formal type of speech in American culture.
a.
True
b.
False
10. Celebratory speaking was originally termed “epideictic” speaking, derived from the Greek word meaning:
a.
“tribute.”
b.
“award.”
c.
“festive.”
d.
“display.”
11. When giving an acceptance speech, it is acceptable to refer to speaking notes.
a.
True
b.
False
12. What step should be taken by a person asked to officiate at a wedding service?
a.
Learn about the traditions followed by the couples’ parents at their weddings.
b.
Speak off the cuff to make the ceremony feel more personal.
c.
Surprise the betrothed couple with a nontraditional ceremony.
d.
Search online for examples of speech scripts that others have used for weddings.
13. When the overt religious or moral trappings are removed from a jeremiad, it may simply become a:
a.
roast.
b.
lecture.
c.
sermon.
d.
rally speech.
14. Cora is presenting the keynote address for her sorority’s end-of-the-year banquet. Which guideline should
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Cora keep in mind in order to present a good keynote address?
a.
Plan a speech that is slightly shorter than the available time allotted.
b.
Plan a speech that is slightly longer than the available time allotted.
c.
Plan a speech that is about half the length of the allotted time.
d.
Plan a speech that is about twice the length of the allotted time.
15. Which category of speech typically celebrates a once-in-a-lifetime event?
a.
speeches of praise or blame
b.
speeches of recognition
c.
speeches of inspiration or encouragement
d.
speeches that mourn loss
16. When Walter delivers the eulogy at his father’s funeral, he should:
a.
help the mourners forget their own mortality.
b.
keep the eulogy as short as possible.
c.
avoid talking about the death and focus on the life of his father.
d.
acknowledge his relationship to his father.
17. A toast is considered a speech of:
a.
blame.
b.
acknowledgment.
c.
praise.
d.
inspiration.
18. What type of speech would be expected at a wedding or union ceremony?
a.
speech of recognition
b.
speech of praise
c.
speech of encouragement
d.
speech that mourns
19. What type of speech is delivered to graduating students at an educational institution?
a.
commencement speech
b.
rally speech
c.
lecture
d.
acceptance speech
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20. What type of speech includes encouraging others to take action?
a.
a speech of recognition
b.
a speech of praise
c.
a speech of inspiration
d.
a speech that mourns loss
21. What type of speaking concerns speeches that are primarily intended to inspire an audience to feel
something about their community?
a.
public
b.
motivational
c.
informational
d.
persuasive
22. An extensive audience analysis is recommended before officiating a wedding in which circumstance?
a.
in which the engaged couple have different cultural backgrounds
b.
in which the officiant has a different cultural background than the couple
c.
for any wedding of any tradition
d.
in which the ceremony will have a religious component
23. Liz, a candidate for a state legislative office, speaks at a Rotary Club meeting about how her policy goals
will benefit her entire prospective district and the state at large. Who is the community for her speech?
a.
the district she will be representing if elected
b.
Rotarians everywhere
c.
those in attendance at the meeting
d.
the state legislature
24. For which occasion would a celebratory speech be expected?
a.
A small group is learning a new skill together.
b.
Friends announce their engagement.
c.
A workplace policy change is announced by the manager.
d.
A person tries to persuade a large audience to join a protest.
25. Celebratory speeches are among the least common type of speech in American culture.
a.
True
b.
False
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26. If Juan is giving a toast at his sister’s wedding reception, the community for his speech is:
a.
the newly married couple.
b.
the families of the couple.
c.
the couple, their families, and the wedding party.
d.
everyone in attendance.
27. When giving a eulogy, what should speakers do to help mourners heal?
a.
Tell a joke that the deceased would have enjoyed.
b.
Move death from the present to the past.
c.
Help the mourners forget their own mortality.
d.
Ignore the death and focus on the life of the deceased.
28. A person is giving an extended speech with the goal of energizing the audience about a future endeavor.
This person is giving a speech of:
a.
praise.
b.
inspiration.
c.
recognition.
d.
blame.
29. The community for a speaking occasion depends on the:
a.
topic.
b.
speaker.
c.
context.
d.
venue.
30. A commencement speech is a type of presentation speech.
a.
True
b.
False
31. Which of these is a type of commemorative speech?
a.
rally speech
b.
sermon
c.
toast
d.
eulogy
32. An acceptance speech is a speech of:
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a.
blame.
b.
inspiration.
c.
praise.
d.
recognition.
33. A presentation speech is a speech of recognition.
a.
True
b.
False
34. Jelisa attends an event that is honoring the CEO of her company. The event involves several different
speakers who share funny stories about the CEO, including playful insults and jabs. What type of speech are
these speakers giving?
a.
keynote
b.
presentation
c.
rally speech
d.
roast
35. What type of speech is typically given at a convention, meeting, or political gathering and is designed to
highlight the tone and purpose of the gathering while sometimes advancing a collective goal or agenda?
a.
keynote address
b.
lecture
c.
commencement address
d.
jeremiad
36. Alba is running for city council. In order to attract voters, which type of speech would be the MOST
appropriate for her to deliver?
a.
sermon
b.
lecture
c.
rally speech
d.
toast
37. Which of these is a type of motivational or inspirational speaking?
a.
toast
b.
lecture
c.
eulogy
d.
jeremiad
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38. When someone is giving a toast, it is recommended that they:
a.
keep the mood cheerful.
b.
use an outline as a reference guide.
c.
do not worry about speech length.
d.
focus on entertaining the audience.
39. Which type of speech is used to give an award or an honor to a worthy recipient?
a.
introduction speech
b.
presentation speech
c.
acceptance speech
d.
motivational speech
40. Which type of speech is MOST likely to be given spontaneously, without the speaker having time to
develop an outline beforehand?
a.
keynote address
b.
eulogy
c.
wedding ceremony
d.
toast
41. What type of speech relies on religious or spiritual texts to inspire listeners to do or think in accord with
religious teachings?
a.
toast
b.
lecture
c.
sermon
d.
roast
42. In an introduction speech, part of the speaker’s role is to make the audience feel welcome.
a.
True
b.
False
43. Todd is attending his husband’s retirement party. Which type of speech would be MOST appropriate for him
to deliver?
a.
toast
b.
sermon
c.
lecture
d.
rally speech
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44. Which type of speech is an enthusiastic oration designed to inspire and motivate a community and is usually
delivered at an event for a social or political cause?
a.
rally speech
b.
roast
c.
jeremiad
d.
lecture
45. Some scholars believe that celebratory speaking is the most crucial form of public speaking to learn about,
study, and master.
a.
True
b.
False
46. Which is a speech of recognition?
a.
sermon
b.
rally speech
c.
acceptance speech
d.
eulogy
47. Which category of speech celebrates a person’s accomplishments?
a.
speeches of praise or blame
b.
speeches of inspiration or encouragement
c.
speeches that mourn loss
d.
speeches of recognition
48. Which speech is an example of a jeremiad?
a.
a mourner delivering a eulogy at a funeral
b.
a wedding guest giving a toast
c.
a physician warning of the dangers of failing to vaccinate children
d.
a speaker introducing a keynote speaker at an event
49. Which type of speech is used by someone receiving an award or an honor?
a.
presentation speech
b.
introduction speech
c.
acceptance speech
d.
motivational speech
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50. When making a celebratory speech, it is a critical mistake to not focus on community.
a.
True
b.
False
51. Which scenario would be MOST appropriate for a celebratory speech?
a.
a tour guide leading a group through the history museum
b.
a presidential candidate speaking at a political rally
c.
a professor lecturing in a college classroom
d.
a celebrity giving a cooking demonstration on Instagram
52. Which kind of information do most audiences expect to be included in an introduction speech?
a.
a brief biography of the speaker
b.
quotations from the speaker
c.
humorous stories about the speaker
d.
a preview of the speaker’s main points
53. A sermon is classified as a speech of:
a.
praise.
b.
blame.
c.
inspiration.
d.
recognition.
54. A jeremiad is considered a speech of:
a.
introduction.
b.
blame.
c.
praise.
d.
encouragement.
55. A speaker is giving a pep talk to her team at work. Although she wants the team to take certain actions
related to their projects, her primary focus should be on:
a.
unifying the community of her team.
b.
acknowledging past accomplishments.
c.
entertaining her team members.
d.
keeping the speech brief.
56. Speeches that highlight a person’s accomplishments or character are considered speeches of:
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recognition.
b.
inspiration.
c.
praise.
d.
blame.
57. High emotions are associated with keynote addresses, but it’s important that the speaker try to keep
emotions in check.
a.
True
b.
False
58. When someone introduces a speaker, that person is giving what type of speech?
a.
speech of encouragement
b.
speech of recognition
c.
speech of blame
d.
speech of praise
59. Which category of speeches includes motivational speaking?
a.
speeches that mourn loss
b.
speeches of praise or blame
c.
speeches of inspiration or encouragement
d.
speeches of recognition
60. Speeches of introduction tend to close by asking the audience to welcome the speaker.
a.
True
b.
False
61. A rally speech is a type of presentation speech.
a.
True
b.
False
62. In which category of speech does a eulogy belong?
a.
speeches of praise or blame
b.
speeches that mourn loss
c.
speeches of inspiration or encouragement
d.
speeches of recognition
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63. To begin a toast, the speaker should raise their beverage. To close it, the speaker should say, To [person’s
name], naming the subject of the toast. What three things should the speaker do between the opening and
closing of a toast?
a.
Give a blessing, share a funny story or experience, and touch their glass with the glass of someone
nearby.
b.
Thank the audience or the person or group that invited them, introduce themselves, and share an
anecdote or experience.
c.
Share a funny story or experience, tell a joke, and touch their glass with the glass of someone nearby.
d.
Introduce themselves, share an anecdote or experience, and thank the person or group that invited
them.
64. Introduction speeches are typically short because the intent is to:
a.
present an award physically.
b.
express gratitude for the speaking situation.
c.
convey the personal meaning of the award.
d.
prepare the audience for the main speaker.
65. A keynote address is a speech of recognition.
a.
True
b.
False
66. Celebratory speeches are BEST described as being used to commemorate occasions that are both:
a.
professional and nonprofessional.
b.
common and uncommon.
c.
joyful and mournful.
d.
significant and insignificant.
67. Unlike toasts, what type of speech often takes place over a longer period of time, with a series of speakers
that offer up stories, jabs, playful insults, and other forms of humorous repartee that celebrate a person among
their community?
a.
sermons
b.
keynote addresses
c.
roasts
d.
lectures
68. What type of speech focuses on moral or spiritual shortcomings and typically tells communities to repent or
change their ways to avert doom?
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roast
b.
toast
c.
jeremiad
d.
lecture
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