Communication: Award Acceptance – Flashcards
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Patricia Fripp uses the example of Sally Field's speech "You like me, you really like me!" to show that it is okay to ________.
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be excited
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At the end of her article, Patricia Fripp closes with, "Be gracious. Be modest. Be _________ !"
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prepared
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Who did Patricia Fripp quote when she won an award?
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Cher
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When giving an acceptance speech, people will not remember all the details of what you say, but they will remember the ______ you tell.
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stories
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________ can provide wonderful examples of great acceptance speeches.
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Show business
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According to the lecture, what are some things you need to consider when receiving an award?
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II and III
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Why is it important to choose your words wisely when giving an acceptance speech?
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You do not want the audience to feel that you are trivializing the honor.
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"I want to be funny," he told me, "so I'll start by saying how desperate they must be to give me this award."
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He does not want to insult the organization or anyone else who has received this award.
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In her article, what is Patricia Fripp's suggestion in regards to using notes?
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You can walk up on stage with them, but they should just be bulleted points.
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In the lecture, you were given tips on giving an acceptance speech. Which of the following was not one of the tips.
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If feeling out of place, state that you are not deserving of such an honor.
