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DSST Principles of Public Speaking Exam Practice Test
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DSST Principles of Public Speaking exam covers the basics such as audience analysis, purposes of speeches, structure/organization, content/supporting materials, research, language & style, delivery, communication apprehension, listening & feedback, criticism & evaluation. The exam is in 2 parts: Part 1 – Multiple-Choice:  Ethical, Social, and Theoretical Considerations of Public Speaking, Audience Analysis, Adaptation and Effect, Topics and Purposes of Speeches, Structure/Organization, Content, Research, Language and Style and Delivery. Part 2 – Speech Portion: You have to record an... Show more
DSST Principles of Public Speaking Exam Practice Test
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1. An informative speech attempts to
2. An informative speech attempts to
3. In the U.S., the First Amendment ensures that speech is
4. When using expert testimony from a person who may not be familiar to the audience, it’s important to
5. The purpose of audience analysis is to
6. In an interview, asking a closed question is a good way to
7. Which type of argument is being used in the following statement: “Fever and a rash indicate an allergic reaction.”?
8. In which of the following is the danger of stereotyping most likely?
9. Adding sounds to words where they do not belong is a problem associated with
10. In which of the following is the danger of stereotyping most likely?
11. Which of the following might be used as a narrative for supporting material?
12. The main points of a speech should be constructed as
13. Because people listening to a speech are normally unable to follow along with a written copy, it’s best to
14. What is one advantage of a manuscript speech?
15. In the U.S., the First Amendment ensures that speech is
16. Which type of argument is being used in the following statement: “Fever and a rash indicate an allergic reaction.”?
17. When using expert testimony from a person who may not be familiar to the audience, it’s important to
18. A good persuasive speech requires
19. Which of the following is NOT a tool used in audience analysis?
20. Which of the following do you NOT need to do when preparing for an interview?

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