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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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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Creating an oversimplified image of a particular group of people - usually be assuming that all members of the group are alike.






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






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






4. 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.






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






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






7. An error in reasoning.






8. A statement in the body of the speech that lets the audience know what the speaker is going to discuss next.






9. Quotations or paraphrases used to support a point.






10. A group of two people.






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






12. The difference between the rate at which most people talk and the rate at which the brain can process language.






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






14. 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.






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






16. The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution.






17. A small group formed to solve a particular problem.






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






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






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






21. The person who is presenting an oral message to a listener.






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






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






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






25. A group member to whom other members defer because of his rank - expertise - or other quality.






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






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






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






29. Listening to understand the message of a speaker.






30. Supporting materials used to prove or disprove something.






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






32. Testimony that is presented word for word.






33. Presenting a speech so it sounds spontaneous no matter how many times it has been rehearsed.






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






35. Questions that allow respondents to answer however they want.






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






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






38. Listening to provide emotional support for a speaker.






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






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






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






42. Whatever a speaker communicates to a someone else.






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






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






45. A speech that gives thanks for a gift - an award - or some other form of public recognition.






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






47. Changes in a speaker's rate - pitch - and volume that give the voice variety and expressiveness.






48. The subject of a speech.






49. The name used by Aristotle for what modern students of communication refer to as emotional appeal.






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