Speech Quiz 1

Question 1

Social comparison theory

Answer 1

We compare ourselves to others, our past self, or to our ideal self

Question 2

Reflected Appraised theory

Answer 2

Self concept is based on what you think other people about you

Question 3

Selective self-verification theory

Answer 3

We take information about ourselves and selectively weed out what we don’t believe about ourselves

Question 4

Giving criticism:

Answer 4

Specify-be specific 
Approve-give praise
Focus-don’t compare
Empathize-your turn is coming
Respect-attack the problem, not the person

Question 5

Receiving criticism:

Answer 5

Glean-learn what you can from the comments
Accept-don’t get defensive
Implement-apply the suggestions
Normalize-implement changes to be a normal part of your speaking

Question 6

Combating stage fright:

Mental:

Answer 6

1. Ask God for help, remember your motive and message.
2. Remember your preparation
3. Remember your audience
4. Stage fright isn’t quite as obvious as you think

Question 7

Combat stage fright:

Physical:

Answer 7

1. Relaxation exercises
2. Plan good intro
3. Add humor when appropriate
4. Direct energy into your gestures, volume, intensity, MOVE!
5. Concentrate on message, not your symptoms