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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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1. A method of speech organization in which the main points follow a directional pattern.






2. The pattern of symbolization and indentation in a speech outline that shows the relationships among the speaker's ideas.






3. A fallacy that attacks the person rather than the dealing with the real issue in dispute.






4. A person who is elected or appointed as leader when the group is formed.






5. A technique in which a speaker connects himself with the values - attitudes - or experience of the audience.






6. The tendency of people to be concerned above all with their own values - beliefs -






7. The name used by Aristotle for the logical appeal of a speaker. The two major elements of logos are evidence and reasoning.






8. The ability to influence group members so as to help achieve the goals of the group.






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






10. An implicit comparison - not introduced with the word 'like' or 'as' - between two things that are essentially different yet have something in common.






11. A group decision that is acceptable to all members of the group.






12. An explicit comparison - introduced with the word like or as - between things that are essentially different yet have something in common.






13. The average value of a group of numbers.






14. Changes in the pitch and tone of a speaker's voice.






15. Reasoning that moves from a general principle to a specific conclusion.






16. A brief outline used to jog a speaker's memory during the presentation of a speech.






17. Direct visual contact with the eyes of another person.






18. Directions in a speaking outline to help a speaker remember how she or he wants to deliver key parts of the speech.






19. Audience analysis that focuses on demographic factors such as age - gender - religious orientation - group membership - and racial - ethnic - or cultural background.






20. A fallacy which assumes that because something is popular - it is therefore good - correct - or desirable.






21. A method of speech organization in which the first main point deals with the existence of a problem and the second main point presents the solution to the problem.






22. A group member who emerges as leader during the group's deliberations.






23. Listening for pleasure or enjoyment.






24. A speech that introduces the main speaker to the audience.






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






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






27. An example that describes an imaginary or fictitious situation.






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






29. Uttered clearly in distinct syllables.






30. Communicative actions necessary to maintain interpersonal relations in a small group.






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






32. A fallacy that forces listeners to choose between two alternatives when more than two alternatives exist.






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






34. The means by which a message is communicated.






35. A speech that is written out word for word and is read to the audience.






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






37. Words that refer to tangible objects.






38. An outline that briefly notes a speaker's main points and supporting evidence in rough outline form.






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






40. An error in reasoning from specific instances - in which a speaker jumps to a general conclusion on the basis of insufficient evidence.






41. A hormone released into the bloodstream in response to physical or mental stress.






42. A question that the audience answers mentally rather than out loud.






43. The use of 'he' to refer to both men and women.

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44. A conclusion that generates emotional appeal by fading step be step to a dramatic final statement.






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






46. Repetition of the initial consonant sound of close or adjoining words.






47. Weighing a potential course of action against a set of ethical standards or guidelines.






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






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






50. The loudness or softness of a speaker's voice.