Question 1

"To inform my audience how to prepare for a backpacking expedition" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an)

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A)   object.
B)   process.
C)   function.
D)   concept.
E)   policy.F) None of the above
G) C) and D)

Question 2

Which othe following is an instance oinformative speaking?

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A)   a business manager reporting on next year's budget
B)   an after-dinner speaker entertaining the audience with humorous stories
C)   a pastor urging parishioners to give to a building fund
D)   all of the above
E)   a and c onlyF) A) and E)
G) B) and D)

Question 3

Informative speeches about processes are usually arranged in either _______________ or _______________ order.

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chronologi...

Question 4

"To inform my audience about the history oHalloween observances" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an)

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A)   object.
B)   event.
C)   process.
D)   concept.
E)   situation.F) C) and D)
G) B) and E)

Question 5

As explained in your textbook, when giving an informative speech, you should take special care to

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A)   translate technical information into everyday language.
B)   state your ideas in abstract terms.
C)   generate goodwill with the audience in your conclusion.
D)   avoid speaking about complex topics.
E)   prepare your introduction before the body of your speech.F) None of the above
G) A) and C)

Question 6

"To inform my audience orecent theories about the functions osleep" is a specific purpose statement for a speech about an)

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A)   event.
B)   theory.
C)   concept.
D)   object.
E)   hypothesis.F) A) and B)
G) None of the above

Question 7

Informative speeches about concepts are usually arranged in topical order.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

"To inform my audience about theories oreincarnation" is a specific purpose for an informative speech about an object.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

"To inform my audience about the role oNikola Tesla in the discovery oelectricity" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an object.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Which othe following is discussed in your textbook as a guideline for effective informative speaking?

Accepted Answer

A)   Use technical language to enhance your credibility.
B)   Avoid personal words such as "I," "we," "you," and "our."
C)   Relate the topic directly to the audience.
D)   all of the above
E)   a and c onlyF) A) and E)
G) None of the above

Question 11

"To inform my audience how to prepare for a triathlon" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an) _______________ . "To inform my audience about the history oHawaii's Iron Man World Championship Triathlon" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an) _______________ .

Accepted Answer

The answer of "To inform my audience how to prepare...

Question 12

As your textbook explains, technical language is especially helpful for explaining ideas in informative speeches.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Iyour specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the major kinds odog breeds," you would probably organize your speech in __________ order.

Accepted Answer

A)   chronological
B)   spatial
C)   descriptive
D)   topical
E)   causalF) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

Question 14

"To inform my audience about what happened at the Battle oGettysburg" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an event.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What does your textbook mean when it recommends that you personalize your ideas in an informative speech?

Accepted Answer

A)   Use dramatic statistics for a personal effect.
B)   Focus on yourself during most of the speech.
C)   Present your ideas in human terms that relate to the experience of the audience.
D)   Avoid concrete language because it makes ideas vague and impersonal.
E)   Give the speech a personal tone with slang and jargon.F) C) and D)
G) A) and D)

Question 16

Which othe following is discussed in your textbook as a guideline for effective informative speaking?

Accepted Answer

A)   Avoid talking about your personal experience.
B)   Use chronological organization whenever possible.
C)   Relate to the audience by speaking in technical terms.
D)   Use abstract language to clarify complex ideas.
E)   Don't overestimate what the audience knows.F) A) and C)
G) A) and E)

Question 17

Iyour specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the three major types osleep disorders," you would probably organize your speech in __________ order.

Accepted Answer

A)   topical
B)   chronological
C)   spatial
D)   comparative
E)   causalF) A) and B)
G) D) and E)

Question 18

"To inform my audience about the major elements oa Chinese garden" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an)

Accepted Answer

A)   event.
B)   transaction.
C)   concept.
D)   process.
E)   object.F) A) and D)
G) None of the above

Question 19

Informative speeches about events are usually arranged in spatial order.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Iyour specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the different layers othe atmosphere," you would probably organize your speech in __________ order.

Accepted Answer

A)   topical
B)   chronological
C)   spatial
D)   descriptive
E)   causalF) B) and C)
G) B) and E)

Exam 15: Speaking to Inform

Informative speeches about concepts are usually arranged in topical order.

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"To inform my audience orecent theories about the functions osleep" is a specific purpose statement for a speech about an)

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Which othe following is discussed in your textbook as a guideline for effective informative speaking?

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Iyour specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the three major types osleep disorders," you would probably organize your speech in __________ order.

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Informative speeches about processes are usually arranged in either _______________ or _______________ order.

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"To inform my audience about theories oreincarnation" is a specific purpose for an informative speech about an object.

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"To inform my audience about the history oHalloween observances" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an)

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Which othe following is discussed in your textbook as a guideline for effective informative speaking?

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What does your textbook mean when it recommends that you personalize your ideas in an informative speech?

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"To inform my audience how to prepare for a backpacking expedition" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an)

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"To inform my audience about the major elements oa Chinese garden" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an)

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Which othe following is an instance oinformative speaking?

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Informative speeches about events are usually arranged in spatial order.

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"To inform my audience about what happened at the Battle oGettysburg" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an event.

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Iyour specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the major kinds odog breeds," you would probably organize your speech in __________ order.

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"To inform my audience about the role oNikola Tesla in the discovery oelectricity" is a specific purpose statement for an informative speech about an object.

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As your textbook explains, technical language is especially helpful for explaining ideas in informative speeches.

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Iyour specific purpose statement were "To inform my audience about the different layers othe atmosphere," you would probably organize your speech in __________ order.

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As explained in your textbook, when giving an informative speech, you should take special care to

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