Finals Comm 100

Question 1

Which organizational pattern arranges main points in the order they occurred in time?
A. Topical
B. Chronological
C. Spatial
D. Problem-solution

Answer 1

B. Chronological

Question 2

The spatial organizational pattern is most useful when your speech topic:
A. Has a timeline
B. Describes a process
C. Covers locations or physical layouts
D. Tells a personal story

Answer 2

C. Covers locations or physical layouts

Question 3

What is the main difference between informative and persuasive speeches?
A. Informative speeches are always shorter.
B. Persuasive speeches aim to change beliefs or actions.
C. Informative speeches require more sources.
D. Persuasive speeches do not require organization.

Answer 3

B. Persuasive speeches aim to change beliefs or actions.

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT a component of a strong introduction?
A. Attention-getter
B. Rebuttal
C. Relevance to audience
D. Thesis or preview

Answer 4

B. Rebuttal

Question 5

How many main body points are typically recommended in a well-organized speech?
A. One
B. Two to three
C. Five or more
D. As many as possible

Answer 5

B. Two to three

Question 6

A conclusion should include all of the following EXCEPT:
A. A preview of main points
B. A signal that the speech is ending
C. A summary of main points
D. A strong closing statement

Answer 6

A. A preview of main points

Question 7

What is symbolization in outlining?
A. Creating diagrams
B. Using letters and numbers for levels of ideas
C. Color-coding your outline
D. Writing in full sentences

Answer 7

B. Using letters and numbers for levels of ideas

Question 8

Proper indentation in outlining helps to:
A. Add visual interest
B. Avoid plagiarism
C. Show relationships between points
D. Highlight the conclusion

Answer 8

C. Show relationships between points

Question 9

A specific purpose statement should be:
A. A question
B. Broad and general
C. One clear sentence identifying the goal of the speech
D. Multiple paragraphs

Answer 9

C. One clear sentence identifying the goal of the speech

Question 10

An extemporaneous speech is best described as:
A. Completely memorized
B. Read from a script
C. Planned and practiced, but delivered conversationally
D. Given without any preparation

Answer 10

C. Planned and practiced, but delivered conversationally

Question 11

Which of the following is an impromptu speech?
A. A TED Talk
B. A spontaneous toast at a wedding
C. A courtroom argument
D. A State of the Union address

Answer 11

B. A spontaneous toast at a wedding

Question 12

Which is an example of testimony as supporting material?
A. A chart of unemployment rates
B. A quote from an expert
C. A personal anecdote
D. A pie graph

Answer 12

B. A quote from an expert

Question 13

Where are transitions ideally placed in a speech?
A. Only at the end
B. Between the introduction and body
C. Between main points and at key shifts
D. Only before the conclusion

Answer 13

C. Between main points and at key shifts

Question 14

Vocalics refers to:
A. Eye contact and gestures
B. Use of slides and props
C. Tone, pitch, rate, and volume
D. Use of statistic

Answer 14

C. Tone, pitch, rate, and volume

Question 15

Which of the following is a properly worded specific purpose?
A. Dogs
B. To inform my audience about the benefits of dog ownership
C. Why dogs are cool
D. Should you get a dog?

Answer 15

B. To inform my audience about the benefits of dog ownership

Question 16

What type of fallacy is “Everyone is doing it, so you should too”?
A. Strawman
B. Bandwagon
C. Red herring
D. False cause

Answer 16

B. Bandwagon

Question 17

What fallacy occurs when a speaker misrepresents the opposing argument to make it easier to attack?
A. Strawman
B. Slippery slope
C. Ad hominem
D. Hasty generalization

Answer 17

A. Strawman