Research Workshop: Writing and Presenting the Argumentative Essay, Part 1 — Unit test Answers
Which of the following is not a goal of a persuasive speaking?
What is the main problem with the following critique? “Your organization was confusing, you spoke too quietly and couldn’t be heard, your visual aids were distracting, and your presentation was much too long.”
What is ‘self-actualization’? Write a brief statement a speaker could use to appeal to a person’s desire for self-actualization.
Self-actualization is the desire to be the ‘best you can be’. Student examples will vary.
Describe the development process for a persuasive speech addressing a question of facts.
The process should begin by developing the thesis statement. Once the thesis statement has been created, main ideas should be developed. Appropriate supporting materials should be chosen and incorporated into the speech. When finalizing the speech, the student should ensure that the sources used are current, credible and relevant. The final format of the speech should emphasis logic and evidence. Finally, the speech should clearly connect examples and statistics to the main ideas.
“Requiring a year of national service, either in community projects or the military, will build a sense of national pride and unity.”This statement is an example of which type of speech? Identify 3 specific types of supporting materials you could use when developing this speech.
The speech addresses a question of fact. Types of supporting materials that would be appropriate include: testimony, statistics, and examples.
Read the sentence from an argumentative essay about chemical waste. The chemical waste produced by factories is out of hand, and factory owners should get in trouble.Which revision offers the most improvement in word choice?
Why is the question, “Is the death penalty a moral punishment for crimes?” considered a question of value?
Questions of value address issues of right or wrong. The question, “Is the death penalty a moral punishment for crimes” could be reworded to say, “Is the death penalty right or wrong” which reflects the underlying question of value.
Avoiding offensive listening; listening objectively; weighing the pros and cons; examining the data; and listening without emotional involvement are all examples of which area of active listening?
Your friend is preparing a speech for class tomorrow. She asks you to watch her speech and give her feedback. During her speech she stares at her paper and rarely looks up. You can barely hear or understand what she is saying. She rocks back and forth from one leg to the other. Her speech lasts 28 minutes and is filled with long quotes from scientists. When she finishes you really don’t remember what she spoke about.Prepare a critique of your friend’s speech. Remember the guidelines for effective critiques!
Answers will vary, but should address both positive and negative aspects of the presentation, and be constructive, specific, behavior focused, objective, and ethical.
Performers typically stand in the wings __________________ just prior to going on stage. This helps them to think more clearly and settle their nerves.
Have you ever felt like the person in this image during a speech or presentation? List four or five things this person can do to be a more effective listener.
Answers may include, but are not limited to, any of the following: - Take notes - Make an effort to build an understanding of the speaker’s message - Think more deeply about the message - Avoid becoming self-focused or distant - Evaluate and analyze the speaker’s message - Critique the speaker’s performance and presentation - Listen actively - Listen for total meaning - Listen with empathy - Listen with an open mind - Listen ethically
Dave is a small business owner attending a large convention. The presenter suddenly, and without any prior warning, asks him to step up on the stage and say a few words about why his business has been so successful. Which of the following methods will likely help him most in overcoming his feelings of apprehension?
Individuals change over ____________ and _____________.
Write a brief statement the demonstrates a credibility appeal.
Answers will vary but should refer to the speakers good character, expertise or general knowledge and experience.
Whenever Jeff is asked to speak in public, his nerves cause him to feel very nauseous. One time he even threw up in front of his entire church congregation while speaking at the pulpit. Jeff’s apprehension is probably a result of his:
Which area of active listening does the boy in this image need to work on?
What is the main problem with the following critique? “You put some thought into it, but you obviously do not care much about the topic you are presenting.”
Your friend is terrified of public speaking. Write a brief letter advising him of at least four or five different specific things he can do in the preparation stage and just prior to his presentation to manage and overcome his fear of public speaking.
Answers will vary, but should include advice such as: - Prepare carefully, organize your thoughts, become an expert on your topic - Practice frequently - Breathe deeply, do warm-up exercises - Visualize the outcome, imagine a flawless performance and audience reception - Think positively, talk yourself into a perfect performance - Prepare some visual aids.
All convincing speakers must perfect the art of _______________.
Emily is speaking in front of a group of engineers and computer programmers about some new software she has developed. She notices many of them are scratching their heads, staring at her with confused looks on their faces, or looking around at others in the room. Which of the following should she try in order to better engage her audience?
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