Question 1

When preparing an informative speech, ask yourself if you have included needless detail that may make the speech too long.

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A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 2

You should never mix types of informative speeches, such as demonstrations with narratives.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Tips for effective narrative speeches include

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A)   keep the story concise
B)   choose a story that fits your audience
C)   read your story fluently
D)   a and b

Question 4

Our brains are hard-wired to enjoy storytelling.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

An informative speech differs from a persuasive speech in which of the following ways?

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A)   Informative speeches are non-controversial; persuasive speeches are controversial
B)   Informative speeches can be precursors to persuasive speeches
C)   Informative speeches takes a position; persuasive speeches don't always take a position
D)   a and b

Question 6

An informative speech presents the pros and cons on an issue or topic, then takes a side at the end based on those pros and cons.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 7

The typical structure of a narrative form of speech has three main components: a challenge, a problem, and a resolution.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A demonstration speech is simply a description of objects or activities to inform an audience.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Narratives should not be about yourself but about others. Otherwise, your audience will see you as self-involved and egotistical.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

A demonstration speech is a

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A)   lecture
B)   narrative
C)   report
D)   none of the above

Question 11

Your narrative speech will be best if you read from a manuscript.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 12

The lecture is a common example of a

Accepted Answer

A)   demonstration speech
B)   report
C)   speech that explains
D)   none of the above

Question 13

Guidelines for competent informative speaking include

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A)   tell us what we don't already know
B)   avoid information overload
C)   adapt your topic to your audience's knowledge base
D)   all of the above

Exam 14: Informative Speaking

When preparing an informative speech, ask yourself if you have included needless detail that may make the speech too long.

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You should never mix types of informative speeches, such as demonstrations with narratives.

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Tips for effective narrative speeches include

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Our brains are hard-wired to enjoy storytelling.

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An informative speech differs from a persuasive speech in which of the following ways?

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An informative speech presents the pros and cons on an issue or topic, then takes a side at the end based on those pros and cons.

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The typical structure of a narrative form of speech has three main components: a challenge, a problem, and a resolution.

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A demonstration speech is simply a description of objects or activities to inform an audience.

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Narratives should not be about yourself but about others. Otherwise, your audience will see you as self-involved and egotistical.

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A demonstration speech is a

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Your narrative speech will be best if you read from a manuscript.

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The lecture is a common example of a

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Guidelines for competent informative speaking include

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You should never mix types of informative speeches, such as demonstrations with narratives.

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Tips for effective narrative speeches include

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Our brains are hard-wired to enjoy storytelling.

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An informative speech differs from a persuasive speech in which of the following ways?

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An informative speech presents the pros and cons on an issue or topic, then takes a side at the end based on those pros and cons.

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The typical structure of a narrative form of speech has three main components: a challenge, a problem, and a resolution.

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A demonstration speech is simply a description of objects or activities to inform an audience.

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Narratives should not be about yourself but about others. Otherwise, your audience will see you as self-involved and egotistical.

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A demonstration speech is a

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Your narrative speech will be best if you read from a manuscript.

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The lecture is a common example of a

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Guidelines for competent informative speaking include

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