A5-Test Bank Part II-Chapter 3 Giving Your First Speech(3)

d. You didn’t use any visual aids for your speech.

36. One of the major reasons for speaking extemporaneously is to __________.

a. practice impromptu delivery

b. maintain eye contact with listeners c. use gestures and body language

d. save the trouble of reading from manuscript

37. When you speak extemporaneously, which of the following do you need for your

presentation?

a. Speech manuscript. b. Visual aids. c. Speaking notes. d. Lectern.

38. When delivering your speech, try to use your voice as __________ as you would in normal

conversation. a. expressively b. forcefully c. emotionally d. clearly

Short Answer Questions

1. List the techniques recommended in the text for getting the attention and interest of the

audience.

a. Posing a question. b. Telling a story. c. Making a startling statement. d. Opening with a quotation.

2. Extemporaneous delivery is a method of delivery in which the speech is carefully prepared and rehearsed but is presented from a brief set of notes.

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Test Bank for The Art of Public Speaking FLTRP Book Development Project Stephen Lucas &Suya Yin

3. Topical order is a method of speech organization in which the main points divide the topic into logical and consistent subpoints.

4. A transition is a word or phrase that indicates when the speaker has finished one thought and is moving on to another.

5. Chronological order is a method of speech organization in which the main points follow a time pattern.

6. List the things you need to do before you begin your speech delivery.

a. Move to the front of the room and face the audience. b. Assume a relaxed but upright posture. c. Plant your feet a bit less than shoulder-width apart and allow your arms to hang loosely by your side. d. Arrange your notes before you start to speak. e. Take a moment to look over your audience and to smile.

Essay Questions

1. In a brief essay, identify the three main parts of your first speech and explain the function and

structure of each part.

2. Explain why you should think of ways to make your presentation mysterious or suspenseful.

Use an example to help illustrate your point.

3. If your first speech is to introduce a best friend, discuss how you are going to organize your

speech in chronological order. What will be the main points of your speech?

4. If your first speech is to introduce a best friend, discuss how you are going to organize your

speech in topical order. What will be the main points of your speech?

5. Write a summary of the major requirements for speaking extemporaneously.

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