Question 1

Which of the following statements about eulogies is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is best to begin by introducing yourself and describing your relationship with the deceased.
B)   It is better to generalize about the person's qualities and balance out the good with the bad.
C)   The length of your speech should reflect how deeply you feel about the loss of this person.
D)   The goal of a eulogy is to teach the audience about something they do not already know.
E)   A eulogy is a particular type of speech that is normally presented within a colloquium format.F) A) and C)
G) C) and D)

Question 2

Danielle represented her company at a college job fair and gave a presentation explaining the timeline and application process for summer internships. What type of speech does this exemplify?

Accepted Answer

A)   informative
B)   persuasive
C)   introductory
D)   eulogy
E)   special occasionF) C) and D)
G) B) and C)

Question 3

Brainstorming is a process for generating presentation topic ideas and evaluating them for their value and appropriateness.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Audience members will not be offended by culturally insensitive speech as long as it was unintentional.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Asking yourself "How much do I care about this topic?" and "How valuable is the topic?"
Can help you

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A)   determine if a topic is right for you.
B)   determine the length of your speech.
C)   determine what visual aids to use.
D)   analyze the audience's interest level.
E)   analyze the audience's knowledge level.F) C) and D)
G) A) and E)

Question 6

When speaking at a somber event, it is a good idea to try to lighten the mood.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

The difference between a symposium and a colloquium is that the audience participates in a symposium, whereas a colloquium presentation does not involve audience interaction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Which of the following can show a speaker's sensitivity toward an audience's differences in sexual orientation?

Accepted Answer

A)   using inclusive language such as "loved one" rather than "wife"
B)   using diverse genres and forms of music in the slide presentation
C)   telling details of your own ancestry and cultural background
D)   incorporating group activities into the presentation so everyone feels included
E)   avoiding topics that deal with dating, marriage, and parentingF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 9

At which of the following events would you be most likely to hear a speech of recognition?

Accepted Answer

A)   an award ceremony
B)   a production meeting
C)   an appraisal interview
D)   a memorial service
E)   an academic forumF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 10

The primary goal of a persuasive speech is to teach listeners something they do not already know.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

The size of the audience should have no effect on how formal your presentation is.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What distinguishes a forum from other presentation formats?

Accepted Answer

A)   It is the most interactive form for a group presentation.
B)   It is the most formal type of group presentation.
C)   It is usually longer than other presentation types.
D)   It features more speakers than other types of presentations.
E)   It is the format reserved for the most technical subjects.F) C) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 13

What is the difference between a colloquium and a symposium?

Accepted Answer

A)   A colloquium is a group discussion of a topic, whereas a symposium features individual speakers and presentations.
B)   A colloquium features presenters who agree on a topic, whereas a symposium involves disagreement and debate among the speakers.
C)   A colloquium takes place at a college or university, whereas a symposium is held at a business conference or industry convention.
D)   A colloquium is a presentation held before a large audience, whereas a symposium is a presentation before a small, select group of people.
E)   A colloquium presentation does not involve audience interaction, whereas the audience participates in a symposium.F) A) and E)
G) All of the above

Question 14

Thinking about topics you care about is a helpful step in selecting a topic for a presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 15

Describe a hypothetical symposium that might be held about the topic of sexual harassment in the workplace.

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Question 16

Hannah prepared a speech for an upcoming business luncheon, taking into account the composition of her audience, the purpose of the event, and the demands competing for her listeners' attention. Which of the following factors about the context of her speech must she also consider for her presentation to be effective?

Accepted Answer

A)   how much time is available for her speech
B)   how long she has been working on the speech
C)   how valuable she thinks the topic is
D)   how confident she feels when speaking to a group
E)   how much she knows about the topicF) All of the above
G) C) and D) A

Question 17

Considering the nature and tone of the event is an important step in selecting an appropriate topic for a presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 18

The forum format allows presenters and the audience to offer comments and questions to one another.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Discuss why it is important to consider the age of audience members for a presentation.

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Question 20

You have been given 10 minutes before a long lunch break to address an employee meeting on a new company environmental policy. What might be a good way to begin your speech?

Accepted Answer

A)   I know we're all anxious to get to lunch, so I will do my best to explain this important new policy clearly and concisely.
B)   I'm very pleased to have the privilege of presenting to you the company's new environmental policy, which will affect us all.
C)   I'm here today to tell you about a policy that has been a long time in development and has received a lot of input from many of you.
D)   Have you ever wondered about our company's commitment to environmental protection efforts?
E)   Forty-five years ago, when this company was just getting started in the office supply industry, not much thought was given to environmental issues.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Exam 11: Major Goals for Presentations

Which of the following statements about eulogies is correct?

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Danielle represented her company at a college job fair and gave a presentation explaining the timeline and application process for summer internships. What type of speech does this exemplify?

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Brainstorming is a process for generating presentation topic ideas and evaluating them for their value and appropriateness.

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Audience members will not be offended by culturally insensitive speech as long as it was unintentional.

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Asking yourself "How much do I care about this topic?" and "How valuable is the topic?" Can help you

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When speaking at a somber event, it is a good idea to try to lighten the mood.

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The difference between a symposium and a colloquium is that the audience participates in a symposium, whereas a colloquium presentation does not involve audience interaction.

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Which of the following can show a speaker's sensitivity toward an audience's differences in sexual orientation?

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At which of the following events would you be most likely to hear a speech of recognition?

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The primary goal of a persuasive speech is to teach listeners something they do not already know.

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The size of the audience should have no effect on how formal your presentation is.

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What distinguishes a forum from other presentation formats?

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Thinking about topics you care about is a helpful step in selecting a topic for a presentation.

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Discuss why it is important to consider the age of audience members for a presentation.

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You have been given 10 minutes before a long lunch break to address an employee meeting on a new company environmental policy. What might be a good way to begin your speech?

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Danielle represented her company at a college job fair and gave a presentation explaining the timeline and application process for summer internships. What type of speech does this exemplify?

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Brainstorming is a process for generating presentation topic ideas and evaluating them for their value and appropriateness.

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Audience members will not be offended by culturally insensitive speech as long as it was unintentional.

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Asking yourself "How much do I care about this topic?" and "How valuable is the topic?" Can help you

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When speaking at a somber event, it is a good idea to try to lighten the mood.

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The difference between a symposium and a colloquium is that the audience participates in a symposium, whereas a colloquium presentation does not involve audience interaction.

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The primary goal of a persuasive speech is to teach listeners something they do not already know.

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