COMS 101 QUIZ 5 PRACTICE TEST 2026
QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Memorized. Answer: This speech requires the speaker to
remember their speech word-for-word without glancing at notes or
an outline.
◉ Impromptu. Answer: Refers to unexpectedly being called upon to
speak without any notice or preparation.
◉ Extemporaneous. Answer: This approach consists of speaking to
an audience from a prepared outline.
◉ Volume. Answer: This refers to the strength¸ sound and/or
loudness of your voice as you speak
◉ Projection. Answer: Describes how well a speaker's voice carries
in order for all audience members to hear it.
◉ Emotional Tone. Answer: The manner in which a speaker uses
their words to evoke feelings in the listeners.
, ◉ Expression Rate. Answer: The speed at which a speaker expresses
their words
◉ Articulation. Answer: The crispness of a speaker's words
◉ Pronunciation. Answer: Refers to making the sound of a word or
part of a word in the appropriate way.
◉ Pausing. Answer: Purposeful moments of silence during a speech
◉ Eye Contact. Answer: Gazing at your audience for periods of time
to convey sincerity and encourage a personal connection.
◉ Facial Expression. Answer: A look on someone's face that shows
what their thoughts or feelings are.
◉ Posture. Answer: The manner in which a speaker stands and
situates their head¸ shoulders¸ and general body while speaking.
◉ Gesture. Answer: A movement of your body (especially of your
hands and arms) to emphasize an idea or feeling.
QUESTIONS WITH SOLUTIONS GRADED A+
◉ Memorized. Answer: This speech requires the speaker to
remember their speech word-for-word without glancing at notes or
an outline.
◉ Impromptu. Answer: Refers to unexpectedly being called upon to
speak without any notice or preparation.
◉ Extemporaneous. Answer: This approach consists of speaking to
an audience from a prepared outline.
◉ Volume. Answer: This refers to the strength¸ sound and/or
loudness of your voice as you speak
◉ Projection. Answer: Describes how well a speaker's voice carries
in order for all audience members to hear it.
◉ Emotional Tone. Answer: The manner in which a speaker uses
their words to evoke feelings in the listeners.
, ◉ Expression Rate. Answer: The speed at which a speaker expresses
their words
◉ Articulation. Answer: The crispness of a speaker's words
◉ Pronunciation. Answer: Refers to making the sound of a word or
part of a word in the appropriate way.
◉ Pausing. Answer: Purposeful moments of silence during a speech
◉ Eye Contact. Answer: Gazing at your audience for periods of time
to convey sincerity and encourage a personal connection.
◉ Facial Expression. Answer: A look on someone's face that shows
what their thoughts or feelings are.
◉ Posture. Answer: The manner in which a speaker stands and
situates their head¸ shoulders¸ and general body while speaking.
◉ Gesture. Answer: A movement of your body (especially of your
hands and arms) to emphasize an idea or feeling.
