Public Speaking: The Evolving Art 5th Edition
by Stephanie Coopman
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,Test Bank For Public Speaking: The Evolving Art, 5th Edition By Stephanie J.
Coopman
Chapter 01: The Evolving Art Of Public Speaking
1. Good Analytical Thinking About The Credibility Of Available Information Will Help You Give Excellent Speeches.
a. True
b. False
Answer: True
Points: 1
References: Introduction
Question Type: True / False
Has Variables: False
Learning Objectives: Pbsp Lo11.2.1 - Define Credible As It Applies To Sources Of Information.
2. Audiences Don’t Respond Favorably To Speakers Who Take A Personal, Conversational Approach In Their
Presentations.
a. True
b. False
Answer: False
Points: 1
References: The Craft Of Public Speaking
Question Type: True / False
Has Variables: False
Learning Objectives: Pbsp Lo1.3.5 - Define Participants In The Context Of A Communication Model.
3. Setting A Friendly And Respectful Tone For Your Conversation Encourages Your Audience To Respond.
a. True
b. False
Answer: True
Points: 1
References: The Craft Of Public Speaking
Question Type: True / False
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,Has Variables: False
Learning Objectives: Pbsp Lo1.3.5 - Define Participants In The Context Of A Communication Model.
4. Effective Public Speaking Is Limited To Delivery Techniques.
a. True
b. False
Answer: False
Points: 1
References: Foundations Of Public Speaking
Question Type: True / False
Has Variables: False
Learning Objectives: Pbsp Lo1.3.4 - Describe A Model For Communication.
5. The Greek Philosopher Aristotle Described The Proof Referred To As “Mythos” As The Way Speakers Use Stories
To ElicitSupport For Their Arguments.
a. True
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Chapter 01: The Evolving Art of Public Speaking
b. False
Answer: False
Points: 1
References: Foundations Of Public Speaking
Question Type: True / False
Has Variables: False
Learning Objectives: Pbsp Lo1.1.1 - Explain The Earliest Origins Of Human Communication.
6. The Following Are Transferable Life Skills Learned In A Public Speaking Course Except:
a. Critically Analyzing A Topic Or Idea
b. Organizing Ideas And Information Effectively
c. Building Your Credibility
d. Increasing Your Narrative Thinking
Answer: D
Points: 1
References: Storytelling
Question Type: Multiple Choice
Has Variables: False
Learning Objectives: Pbsp Lo1.5.1 - Explain Why Public Speaking Is Considered To Be A Life Skill.
7. Which Of The Following Is The Least Interactive Sphere Of Communication?
a. Mediated Personal Communication
b. Mass Media
c. Expressive Technology
d. Face To Face
Answer: B
Points: 1
References: Storytelling
Question Type: Multiple Choice
Has Variables: False
Learning Objectives: Pbsp Lo1.3.5 - Define Participants In The Context Of A Communication Model.
8. Face-To-Face Speaking In The Classroom Requires The Following Except:
a. Researching A Topic
b. Organizing The Content
c. Knowing How To Come Up With Good Ideas
d. Delivering A Less Effective Message
Answer: D
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