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






2. The accepted standard of sound and rhythm for words in a given language.






3. Stealing ideas or language from two or three sources and passing them off as one's own.






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






5. The similar arrangement of a pair or series of related words - phrases - or sentences.






6. Reasoning that seeks to establish the relationship between causes and effects.






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






8. Routine 'housekeeping' actions necessary for the efficient conduct of business in a small group.






9. A very brief statement that indicates where a speaker is in the speech or that focuses attention on key ideas.






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






11. A group of two people.






12. The highness or lowness of a speaker's voice.






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






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






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






16. To restate or summarize an author's ideas in one's own words.






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






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






19. Listening for pleasure or enjoyment.






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






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






22. A method of speech organization in which the main points show a cause-effect relationship.






23. A statement in the introduction of a speech that identifies the main points to be discussed in the body of the speech.






24. A specific case used to illustrate or to represent a group of people - ideas - conditions - experiences - or the like.






25. The messages - usually nonverbal - sent from the listener to the speaker.






26. A list of all the sources used in preparing the speech.






27. A method of speech organization in which the main points divide the topic into logical and consistent subtopics.






28. Audience Analysis that focuses on situational factors such as the size of the audience - the physical setting of the speech - and the disposition of the audience toward the topic - the speaker - and the occasion.






29. Paying close attention to - and making sense of - what we hear.






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






31. An error in causal reasoning in which a speaker mistakenly assumes that because one event follow another - the first event is the cause of the second. This error is often known by it's Latin name meaning - 'after this - therefore because of this.'






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






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






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






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

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36. The vibration of sound waves on the eardrums and the firing of electrochemical impulses in the brain.






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






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






39. Quotations or paraphrases used to support a point.






40. The use of language to defame - demean - or degrade individuals or groups.






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






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






43. Reasoning in which a speaker compares two similar cases and infers that which is true for the first case is also true for the second.






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






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






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






47. An analogy in which the two cases being compared are not essentially alike.






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






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






50. The average value of a group of numbers.