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DSST The Art Of Public Speaking

Subjects : dsst, soft-skills
Instructions:
  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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  • Match each statement with the correct term.
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1. A momentary break in the vocal delivery of a speech.






2. The use of vivid language to create mental images of objects - actions - or ideas.






3. Listening to understand the message of a speaker.






4. The sum of a person's knowledge - experience - goals - values - and attitudes. No two people can have exactly the same frame of reference.






5. Quotations or paraphrases used to support a point.






6. The credibility of a speaker at the end of the speech.






7. Presenting another person's language or ideas as one's own.






8. A speech delivered with little or no immediate preparation.






9. A five-step method for directing discussion in a problem-solving small group.






10. The credibility of a speaker before he or she starts to speak.






11. A constant tone or pitch of voice.






12. A speech that pays tribute to a person - a group of people - an institution - or an idea.






13. A word or phrase that connects the ideas of a speech and indicates the relationship between them.






14. A single infinitive phrase that states precisely what a speaker hopes to accomplish in his speech.






15. Mental imaging in which a speaker vividly pictures himself giving a successful presentation.






16. A variety of a language distinguished by variations or accent - grammar - or vocabulary.






17. Creating an oversimplified image of a particular group of people - usually be assuming that all members of the group are alike.






18. Listening to provide emotional support for a speaker.






19. Quoting a statement in such a way as to distort its meaning by removing the statement from the words and phrases surrounding it.






20. The juxtaposition of contrasting ideas - usually in parallel structure.






21. Discourse that takes many more words than are necessary to express an idea.






22. Reiteration of the same word or set of words at the beginning or end of successive causes or sentences.






23. A question about whether a specific course of action should or should not be taken.






24. The materials used to support a speaker's ideas.The three major kinds of supporting materials are examples - statistics - and testimonies.






25. A speech to entertain that makes a thoughtful point about its subject in a light-hearted manner.






26. A statement in the body of the speech that summarizes the speaker's preceding point or points.






27. Standards on which a judgement or decision can be based.






28. Testimony from ordinary people with first-hand experience or insight on a topic.






29. Uttered clearly in distinct syllables.






30. Reasoning that moves from a particular fact to a general conclusion.






31. A method of speech organization in which the main points follow a time pattern.






32. A structured conversation on a given topic among several people in front of an audience.






33. A collection of three to twelve people that assemble for a specific purpose.






34. Keeping the audience foremost in mind at every step of speech preparation and presentation.






35. Focused - organized thinking about such things as the logical relationships among ideas - the soundness of evidence - and the differences between fact and opinion.






36. A frame of mind in favor of or opposed to a person - policy - belief - institution - etc.






37. The major points developed in the body of a speech. Most speeches contain from two to five main points.






38. A specific case referred to in passing to illustrate a point.






39. Words that refer to tangible objects.






40. A conclusion in which the speech builds to a zenith of power and intensity.






41. The speed at which a person speaks.






42. A process in which speakers seek to create a bond with the audience by emphasizing common values - goals - and experiences.






43. A pause that occurs when a speaker fills the silence between words with vocalizations such as - 'uh -' 'um -' and 'er.'






44. A fallacy which assumes that taking a first step will lead to subsequent steps that can not be prevented.






45. Substantive actions necessary to help a small group complete its assigned task.






46. The process of drawing a conclusion on the basis of evidence.






47. The study of body motions as a systematic mode of communication.






48. The audience's perception of whether a speaker is qualified to speak on a given topic.






49. A speech presenting the findings - conclusions - decisions - etc. of a small group.






50. Testimony from people who are recognized experts in their fields.