Question 1

What does your textbook say about preparing effective speech introductions?

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A)   The best introduction is likely to be the one that comes to mind first.
B)   A lengthy quotation can gain attention and help build credibility.
C)   Determine the exact wording of the introduction before preparing the body.
D)   Plan to deliver the introduction impromptu so it will be spontaneous.
E)   Make your introduction no more than 10 to 20 percent of the entire speech.F) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 2

Francesca began her speech about electronics addiction by talking about her cousin Neil's failing grades that resulted from the countless hours he spent on video games. In her conclusion, Francesca mentioned how much better Neil was doing now that he had received counseling. According to your textbook, referring back to the introduction during a speech conclusion is an excellent way to

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A)   develop a dissolve ending.
B)   move the audience to action.
C)   secure the audience's attention.
D)   reinforce your credibility as a speaker.
E)   give the speech psychological unity.F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 3

Iyou were giving an informative speech to your classmates on the subject ofracking, you would probably include a __________ in your introduction.

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A)   quotation
B)   startling statement
C)   rhetorical question
D)   story
E)   definitionF) A) and C)
G) A) and B)

Question 4

According to your textbook, opening your speech with a strong introduction is an excellent way to boost your confidence.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

When preparing a speech introduction, your textbook recommends that you

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A)   keep an eye out for introductory material as you research your speech.
B)   make sure the introduction is at least 25 percent of your speech.
C)   perfect the introduction before you work on the body of your speech.
D)   all of the above.
E)   a and b only.F) C) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 6

Arousing the curiosity othe audience is one othe major functions oa speech conclusion discussed in your textbook.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

As your textbook explains, when preparing a speech introduction, you should usually

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A)   look for a lengthy quotation to get the interest of your audience.
B)   make the introduction about 10 to 20 percent of the entire speech.
C)   plan to begin speaking immediately so the audience will quiet down.
D)   all of the above.
E)   b and c only.F) C) and E)
G) B) and E)

Question 8

In the introduction ohis speech on the Special Olympics, Mason mentioned that he had attended the events last year to cheer on a family friend who was competing in some races. Sharing this information with the audience helped Mason achieve which goal oa speech introduction?

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A)   relating to the audience
B)   generating emotional appeal
C)   stating the importance of the topic
D)   establishing credibility
E)   previewing the bodyF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 9

A rhetorical question is a question that the audience answers mentally rather than out loud.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

According to your textbook, the following passage from a speech introduction is an example oan)  __________ .
Today I would like to share what I have learned about attention deficit disorder by first discussing its effects on people and then looking at the treatments that can be used to help people who suffer from this condition.

Accepted Answer

A)   opening statement
B)   attention statement
C)   preview statement
D)   credibility statement
E)   transition statementF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 11

In the introduction to her speech on volunteering, Leanne mentioned that she spends a few hours every Saturday morning helping out at the local food bank. By doing so, she was seeking to accomplish which goal oa speech introduction?

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A)   reveal the topic
B)   gain attention
C)   establish credibility
D)   preview the speech
E)   relate to the audienceF) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

Question 12

Which othe following are you least likely to find in a speech conclusion?

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A)   dramatic statement
B)   summary of the main points
C)   a statement to arouse curiosity
D)   a reference to the introduction
E)   a brief quotationF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 13

When preparing a speech introduction, you should usually

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A)   preview the main points to be discussed in the body.
B)   gain the attention and interest of your audience.
C)   establish your credibility on the speech topic.
D)   all of the above.
E)   a and b only.F) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 14

According to your textbook, an)  __________ ending is a conclusion that builds force until reaching a peak opower and intensity.

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A)   crescendo
B)   cascade
C)   dissolve
D)   reflective
E)   ascendingF) All of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 15

According to your textbook, the preview statement in a speech introduction

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A)   identifies the main points in the body of the speech.
B)   usually comes before the speaker's credibility statement.
C)   is used to relate the topic to the interests of the audience.
D)   all of the above.
E)   b and c only.F) All of the above
G) A) and B)

Question 16

Referring back to the introduction in your conclusion is a good way to give the speech psychological unity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

According to your textbook, the following passage from a speech introduction is an example oan)  __________ .
In order for you to understand why the mariachi are significant to Hispanic culture, I will give you a brieoverview othe history othe mariachi, their style odress, and the ways they are used in entertainment today.

Accepted Answer

A)   preview statement
B)   credibility statement
C)   transition statement
D)   attention statement
E)   summary statementF) B) and E)
G) A) and E)

Question 18

According to your textbook, __________ is the audience's perception owhether a speaker has the best interests othe audience in mind.

Accepted Answer

A)   goodwill
B)   receptiveness
C)   identification
D)   connectedness
E)   egocentrismF) B) and C)
G) All of the above

Question 19

Establishing credibility is an important function oa speech introduction.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which othe following is least likely to gain the attention and interest othe audience?

Accepted Answer

A)   a rhetorical question
B)   an intriguing statement
C)   a lengthy quotation
D)   striking statistics
E)   a personal storyF) A) and E)
G) A) and D)

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Iyou were giving an informative speech to your classmates on the subject ofracking, you would probably include a __________ in your introduction.

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According to your textbook, opening your speech with a strong introduction is an excellent way to boost your confidence.

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When preparing a speech introduction, your textbook recommends that you

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Establishing credibility is an important function oa speech introduction.

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Which othe following are you least likely to find in a speech conclusion?

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What does your textbook say about preparing effective speech introductions?

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According to your textbook, an) __________ ending is a conclusion that builds force until reaching a peak opower and intensity.

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According to your textbook, __________ is the audience's perception owhether a speaker has the best interests othe audience in mind.

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Referring back to the introduction in your conclusion is a good way to give the speech psychological unity.

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According to your textbook, the preview statement in a speech introduction

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In the introduction to her speech on volunteering, Leanne mentioned that she spends a few hours every Saturday morning helping out at the local food bank. By doing so, she was seeking to accomplish which goal oa speech introduction?

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Which othe following is least likely to gain the attention and interest othe audience?

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As your textbook explains, when preparing a speech introduction, you should usually

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Arousing the curiosity othe audience is one othe major functions oa speech conclusion discussed in your textbook.

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In the introduction ohis speech on the Special Olympics, Mason mentioned that he had attended the events last year to cheer on a family friend who was competing in some races. Sharing this information with the audience helped Mason achieve which goal oa speech introduction?

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When preparing a speech introduction, you should usually

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A rhetorical question is a question that the audience answers mentally rather than out loud.

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