Public Speaking Milestone 3
23/25 that's 92%
RETAKE
23 questions were answered correctly.
2 questions were answered incorrectly.
1
Brett has worked very hard on the main points of his speech about the
role of free speech in journalism. However, he is struggling to write an
introduction.
What is the most helpful suggestion for Brett as he writes his
introduction?
Get right to the main points of the speech.
Watch good public speakers online for inspiration.
Show a video of a free speech rally instead of making a formal
introduction.
Start with a joke to help the audience relax.
CONCEPT
The Role of the Introduction
Getting Attention and Interest
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2
Which of the following is an example of an abstract description?
An honorable veteran
,
An evangelical minister
An 18-year-old teacher
A doughnut baker
CONCEPT
Variations in Abstraction
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3
Which transitional phrase should be avoided when sectioning ideas?
For this reason, it is important that we learn how to recycle properly.
It is worth noting that a few simple recycling habits can have a
significant impact on global warming.
It has been suggested that the only way to combat global warming is
to recycle.
Despite recent statements by politicians, the effects of global warming
can be lessened by recycling.
CONCEPT
Choosing Clear Words and Phrasing
Choosing Vivid Words
Choosing Appropriate Words
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4
LaDawn needs to convince a group of reluctant parents from her son’s
school to form a fundraising committee. First, she needs to convince
them that the school’s computers and software need updating and that
, they will have to raise the money themselves. This will be the first time
anyone has done fundraising in the school.
Select the statement that is NOT a realistic expectation for her
persuasive speech.
LaDawn should assume her audience will ignore the parts of the
speech that they disagree with and focus only on the parts that
confirm the argument that fundraising is impossible.
LaDawn can expect that her speech will change most parents’ minds
and they will join her group.
LaDawn should expect that her audience will want to keep their
cognitive equilibrium, according to cognitive dissonance theory.
LaDawn should expect that the perceived usefulness of her information
will help to counteract selective exposure.
CONCEPT
Expect Selective Exposure
Don't Expect Too Much
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5
Select the speech whose goal is to inform, rather than persuade.
Make an audience believe that classical music has influenced all music
types.
Teach an audience about the history of dairy production in the United
States.
Encourage the members of a community to invest in a public park for
the local children.
23/25 that's 92%
RETAKE
23 questions were answered correctly.
2 questions were answered incorrectly.
1
Brett has worked very hard on the main points of his speech about the
role of free speech in journalism. However, he is struggling to write an
introduction.
What is the most helpful suggestion for Brett as he writes his
introduction?
Get right to the main points of the speech.
Watch good public speakers online for inspiration.
Show a video of a free speech rally instead of making a formal
introduction.
Start with a joke to help the audience relax.
CONCEPT
The Role of the Introduction
Getting Attention and Interest
Report an issue with this question
2
Which of the following is an example of an abstract description?
An honorable veteran
,
An evangelical minister
An 18-year-old teacher
A doughnut baker
CONCEPT
Variations in Abstraction
Report an issue with this question
3
Which transitional phrase should be avoided when sectioning ideas?
For this reason, it is important that we learn how to recycle properly.
It is worth noting that a few simple recycling habits can have a
significant impact on global warming.
It has been suggested that the only way to combat global warming is
to recycle.
Despite recent statements by politicians, the effects of global warming
can be lessened by recycling.
CONCEPT
Choosing Clear Words and Phrasing
Choosing Vivid Words
Choosing Appropriate Words
Report an issue with this question
4
LaDawn needs to convince a group of reluctant parents from her son’s
school to form a fundraising committee. First, she needs to convince
them that the school’s computers and software need updating and that
, they will have to raise the money themselves. This will be the first time
anyone has done fundraising in the school.
Select the statement that is NOT a realistic expectation for her
persuasive speech.
LaDawn should assume her audience will ignore the parts of the
speech that they disagree with and focus only on the parts that
confirm the argument that fundraising is impossible.
LaDawn can expect that her speech will change most parents’ minds
and they will join her group.
LaDawn should expect that her audience will want to keep their
cognitive equilibrium, according to cognitive dissonance theory.
LaDawn should expect that the perceived usefulness of her information
will help to counteract selective exposure.
CONCEPT
Expect Selective Exposure
Don't Expect Too Much
Report an issue with this question
5
Select the speech whose goal is to inform, rather than persuade.
Make an audience believe that classical music has influenced all music
types.
Teach an audience about the history of dairy production in the United
States.
Encourage the members of a community to invest in a public park for
the local children.
