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Principles of Public Speaking
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1. The surge in anxiety that occurs when a speaker first begins a speech is referred to as which of the following?
2. Which of the following increases when a speaker makes frequent eye contact with an audience?
3. A method of limiting a speech topic that involves repeatedly dividing the topic into smaller parts is referred to as which of the following?
4. Which of the following methods will most likely improve a person’s ability to evaluate a speech in a classroom setting?
5. A speaker who studies the clothing worn by audience members to detect visual clues about their economic and political views is analyzing the audience through which of the following methods?
6. Although it is unethical - name-calling during a public speech is not illegal and is protected by which of the following Constitutional Amendments?
7. An example that is given in the format of a story is referred to as which of the following?
8. Which of the following would be the most suitable Internet document?
9. Reasoning from a generally accepted truth to a specific example is referred to as which of the following?
10. Which of the following is a method that can be useful in resisting distractions while listening?
11. Transitions and signposts are examples of which of the following?
12. Which of the following increases the likelihood that a speech will appeal to the majority of audience members?
13. Which of the following terms describes the term used when love - hate - or prejudice are employed to encourage an audience response?
14. A speaker who is viewed as friendly - pleasant - and likeable is said to have which of the following attributes?
15. Which of the following patterns of organization would be most appropriate for a speech about the relationship between cell phone usage and car accidents?
16. Which of the following refers to a listener’s perception about a speaker’s interests and is often influenced by the speaker’s reputation?
17. What is the primary difference between research material found on the Web and research material found in a publication?
18. Mumbling words - slurring sounds - and leaving off word endings are problems associated with which of the following?
19. When reasoning from specific instances - which of the following should be included to strengthen an argument?
20. Which of the following delivery modes is most often used for ceremonies - paid lectures - and commencement addresses?
21. Which of the following is an appropriate way to provide closure in a speech conclusion?
22. According to Aristotle - what five elements are the basis of speech preparation and criticism?
23. Supporting a claim by indicating similarities with another concept or subject is referred to as which of the following?
24. Which of the following is an example of a specific purpose statement for a speech about the Supreme Court?
25. Which of the following terms refers to language that does not stereotype or patronize people?

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