Why do you need supporting material in your speeches? correct answers to demonstrate
credibility and make it less vague. More sharp, specific and clear making a speech come alive.
What four pieces of information do you usually need to provide when making oral source
citations in a speech? correct answers -the book,magazine,newspaper, or website you are citing
-the author or sponsoring organization of the document
-the author's qualifications with regard to the topic
-the date on which the document was published,posted, or updated.
Supporting materials correct answers the materials used to support a speaker's idea. Three major
ones are examples, statistics, and testimony.
The different types of Examples correct answers -Brief example- "specific instances" referred to
in passing to illustrate a point.( changes in technology have it made it possible for doctors to
work wonders that once seemed impossible. For example Roger lost both his feet..."
-Extended example: a story,narrative, or anecdote developed at some length to illustrate a point.
(more dramatic and vividly)
-Hypothetical example: describes an imaginary or fictitious situation. (describes an imaginary
situation)
Statistics correct answers Numerical data. often cited to clarify or strengthen a speaker's points.
Testimony correct answers Quotations or paraphrase used to support a point.
influences our view on things, such as a friend stating good things about a class making it more
credible.
Expert & Peer Testimony correct answers -expert testimony: testimony from people who are
recognized experts in their fields.
, -peer testimony:opinions of people like ourselves not prominent figures but ordinary citizens
who have first hand experience on the topic.
Paraphrase correct answers to restate or summarize a source's ideas in one's own words.
Direct quotation correct answers testimony's phrases exact word by word
Be able to identify the two types of outlines discussed in class correct answers -Preparation
Outline: detailed outline developed during speech preparation
-Speaking Outline: brief outline to jog memory during presentation
How does language help you create your sense of reality? correct answers It gives meaning to
events. The meaning given to them by the words that label them makes a difference. The words
we use to label an event determine to a great extent how we respond to it.
What are the four criteria for using language effectively in your speeches? correct answers
accurate,appropriate, clearly, and vividly
Denotative meaning correct answers the literal dictionary meaning of the word
Connotative meaning correct answers meaning suggested by associated by a trigger emotion
What is nonverbal communication? correct answers based on use of voice,body
What are the four methods of speech delivery? correct answers Manuscript-written out whole
speech
Memory- don't memorize your speech
Impromptu- talk from little preparation
Extemporaneous- have time to prepare & practice deliver from brief notes