Test
True or False: Stepping away from the lectern and speaking directly to the audience is a
guideline for movement in speaking. - CORRECT ANSWER-True
True or False: Withholding information, if requested, under the Freedom of Information
Act (FOIA) is one of the job responsibilities of a Public Affairs Officer (PAO). -
CORRECT ANSWER-False
True or False: Using metaphors is considered a valid interviewing technique. -
CORRECT ANSWER-False
The traditional four "Ps" of marketing include: - CORRECT ANSWER-Place
True or False: Showing the slide and talking while the audience reads the slide is a
guideline in using visual aids. - CORRECT ANSWER-False
What is the most important part of preparing for a speech? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Knowing your audience
What is the first step in preparing for a media interview? - CORRECT ANSWER-
Ensuring the reporter and news organization are reputable
What is a major consideration in evaluating the use of transitions between different
points in a speech? - CORRECT ANSWER-Keeping the audience's interest
Which of the following would be most effective in overcoming the fear of speaking? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Channel your nervousness into enthusiasm
In planning strategic communication (an important message to the community you
serve), what step follows establishing the purpose of the message? - CORRECT
ANSWER-Summarizing what led you to the need for the plan
Of the following statements, which one is consistent with the principles of information,
as outlined by the Department of Defense (DoD)? - CORRECT ANSWER-Information
will be withheld only when disclosure would adversely affect national security, or
threaten the safety or privacy of the men and women of the Armed Forces
True or False: Strength is one of the Three Ss' of effective speakers. - CORRECT
ANSWER-False