Chapter 14 Self-Quiz

Informative Speaking

Please note that this exercise is for self-study, and your instructor will not be able to see your responses.

. Speeches about objects, processes, events, or concepts are generally categorized by ____________.

. Which of the following is an effective technique a speaker might use to make it easy for audience members to listen?

. A compelling reason for your audience to want to listen and learn from your speech creates ____________.

. Words or phrases that emphasize the importance of what you are about to say are called ____________.

. Generally speaking, a diagram is an appropriate visual aid when you need to ____________.

. According to the text, what is a major advantage of using handouts as visual aids?

. Any visual aid you use should be simple, large enough to see easily, attractive, and ____________.

. Informative speeches that teach the audience how to do something are organized by ____________.

. Which of the following is a characteristic of informative speeches?

. When making language choices for an informative speech ____________.

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