Oral Com Chapters 1 and 4 – Flashcards

T or F: Public speaking usually requires more formal language than everyday conversation.

T or F: Fortunately, stage fright only affects inexperienced speakers.

T or F: Your goal in public speaking is to have your intended message be the message that is actually communicated.

T or F: When you give a speech to your classmates, you are engaged in one-way communication.

T or F: Each main point in the body of your first speech should cover a single aspect of the topic.

T or F: According to your textbook, the best way to prepare to give your first speech is to memorize it and deliver it word for word.

T or F: One of the advantages of the extemporaneous method of delivery is that it enables you to maintain eye contact with your audience.

According to your textbook, a common mistake students make when developing their first speech is A. Using PowerPoint improperly B. Trying to cover too much material C. Not doing enough library research D. All of the above E. A and C only

According to your textbook, the first thing a speaker needs to do in the intro of a speech is to A. Identify the topic of the speech. B. Tell the audience his or her name C. Get the interest and attention of the audience D. Preview the purpose of the speech E. Explain the speech assignment

Which of the following does your textbook recommend that you do when rehearsing your first speech? A. Rehearse the speech aloud B. Prepare notes consisting of key words and phrases C. Practice giving the speech to friends or family members D. All of the above E. B and C only

Your textbook recommends that when you deliver your first speech, you should make an effort to A. Maintain we contact B. Use your voice expressively C. Avoid distracting mannerisms D. All of the above E. B and C only