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According to your textbook, "uh," "er," "um," and similar expressions in a public speech are referred to as


A) vocal fillers.
B) signposts.
C) intonations.
D) vocalized pauses.
E) inflections.

F) All of the above
G) B) and E)

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As your textbook explains, when preparing for a question-and-answer session, you should


A) anticipate possible questions.
B) write out your answers in full.
C) practice the delivery of your answers.
D) all of the above.
E) a and c only.

F) C) and D)
G) A) and C)

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According to your textbook, the final step in practicing your speech delivery is to prepare your speaking outline.

A) True
B) False

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People in the U.S. usually speak at a rate between 120 and 150 words per minute.

A) True
B) False

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According to your textbook, an extemporaneous speech


A) will have slightly different wording each time it is delivered.
B) should usually include some humorous remarks.
C) is carefully prepared and practiced in advance.
D) all of the above.
E) a and b only.

F) A) and E)
G) B) and C)

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Which othe following does your textbook recommend for giving an effective online speech?


A) Know your technology.
B) Play appropriate background music.
C) Control the visual environment.
D) all of the above
E) a and c only

F) None of the above
G) B) and E)

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A single practice session otwo or three hours is usually the best way to rehearse your speech.

A) True
B) False

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Each time you practice the same speech extemporaneously, the wording othe speech will be slightly different.

A) True
B) False

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In which situation would a speaker be most likely to recite a speech from memory?


A) when making a toast at a wedding
B) when responding to questions during a class lecture
C) when reporting earnings to the yearly stockholders' meeting
D) when presenting a lengthy proposal to the city council
E) when rallying a group to work for lower tuition

F) A) and B)
G) A) and C)

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Trying to memorize a speech is a good way to ensure that you'll communicate with your audience with conversational directness and sincerity.

A) True
B) False

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