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Unit Test
1、【单选题】What is the most important quality that characterizes a good speech?
A、well-polished language
B、interesting opening
C、smooth flow of information
D、valuable ideas to share with
2、【单选题】Which one is not one of the Cs that makes a great speaker?
A、character
B、confidence
C、content
D、charisma
3、【单选题】Which is NOT a tip that that you can utilize to overcome stage fright when giving a public speech?
A、choose the appropriate topic with which you are familiar
B、believe that most listeners are not fault-finding
C、recite the speech many times to make sure you can remember every word
D、prepare thoroughly and visualize your success
4、【单选题】Which you should try to avoid when giving a public speech?
A、You see the role of the audience as judges who are evaluating how good of a presenter you are.
B、The main focus of your performance is on expressing your ideas, presenting information, or telling your story rather than on yourself.
C、Rehearse your speech before the delivery.
D、 You’d better pay more attention to your relationship with your audience than your content.
5、【判断题】Public speaking is more than delivering information.
A、正确
B、错误
6、【判断题】Stage fright actually is quite normal and often occurs to most people including experienced speakers.
A、正确
B、错误
7、【判断题】The use of public speaking for conveying message and ideas is only applied by people from certain occupations.
A、正确
B、错误
8、【判断题】Sometimes, if speakers are so concentrated on delivering their presentations, they don’t need to care about the needs of their audience.
A、正确
B、错误
9、【判断题】Eye contact helps establish a personal connection, and even a quick glance can keep people engaged.
A、正确
B、错误
10、【判断题】Feedback is important in public speaking because it allows you to know if you are successful in being understood.
A、正确
B、错误
Unit test
1、【单选题】During the preparation of a speech, in order to place the audience in the center, a speaker should consider the issue of ______
A、to whom the speaker is speaking
B、what the speaker wants the audience to know, to believe and to do
C、how the speaker should compose and deliver the speech
D、all of the above
2、【单选题】Which of the following is NOT one of the features of a speech that the audience usually cares about?
A、Related
B、Sophisticated
C、Useful
D、 New
3、【单选题】When choosing a topic, a speaker should ask him/herself the following questions EXCEPT ______
A、Do I know much about this topic?
B、Am I interested in this topic?
C、 Is this topic grand enough?
D、Does my audience care about this topic?
4、【单选题】Which of the followings is NOT the general purpose of a speech?
A、To inform
B、To persuade
C、To entertain
D、 To argue
5、【判断题】For the preparatory work of a speech, analyzing the audience is not as significant as choosing a topic.
A、正确
B、错误
6、【判断题】When conducting a demographic analysis of the audience, the speaker should take into consideration the age, gender, profession, educational and cultural background of the audience.
A、正确
B、错误
7、【判断题】Generally, the persuasive speech aims to change the audience’s mindset or motive them to take actions.
A、正确
B、错误
8、【判断题】The central idea usually serves as a guidance for both the speaker when preparing the speech and the audience when listening to it.
A、正确
B、错误
9、【判断题】When choosing a topic, you have to consider your audience’s interest without necessarily thinking about your own interest in a topic.
A、正确
B、错误
10、【判断题】Your area of expertise might be a good topic to give a speech about because you already possess a familiarity with it.
A、正确
B、错误
a mini impromptu speech
Unit Test
1、【单选题】What benefits can we get from a well organized speech?
A、It’s easier for the speaker to deliver the speech clearly.
B、It’s easier for the audience to understand the speech.
C、It can enhance the speaker’s credibility.
D、All of the above.
2、【单选题】The best way to set out the body of your speech is ______
A、telling the audience what you think about them.
B、asking the audience what do they need
C、formulating a series of points that you would like to raise.
D、proving what you think is right.
3、【单选题】The closing of the speech is an opportunity NOT to ______
A、summarize the main points of your speech
B、provide some further food for thought for your listeners
C、leave your audience with positive memories of your speech
D、end everything.
4、【单选题】What is the most important reason for limiting the number of main points in a speech?
A、It is hard to maintain parallel wording if there are too many main points.
B、It is hard to phrase the central idea if a speech has too many main points.
C、It is hard to organize supporting materials if there are too many main points.
D、It is hard for the audience to keep track of too many main points.
5、【多选题】In the introduction part, we should______,________.
A、Introduce the topic to the audience.
B、Introduce the main points of your speech.
C、Introduce yourself.
D、Introduce the process of your writing.
6、【填空题】There are 3 parts in a speech, they are ______, _______and __________.
A、
7、【填空题】In an introduction, ___ steps are included.
A、
8、【填空题】In the preview step of introduction, a brief _______ is given.
A、
9、【填空题】The ______ part is the largest part of your speech.
A、
10、【填空题】Impromptu speech is ______ than a prepared speech for it happens on the spot.
A、
11、【填空题】According to the lecturer, the 3 tips to learn in making impromptu speaking are stick to the truth,______________, and practice out loud.
A、
Unit Test
1、【单选题】The process of organizing the body of a speech begins when_____
A、you determine your topic.
B、you determine the main points.
C、you start writing your draft.
D、you practice delivering your speech.
2、【单选题】Which is not the tip for preparing main points mentioned in the lecture?
A、 Limit the number of main points within no more than seven.
B、Keep main points separate.
C、Make sure each main point contributes to the topic
D、Try to use the same pattern of wording for main points
3、【判断题】Coherence and cohesion mean the same thing, the only difference is that cohesion operates between clauses, sentences and paragraphs.
A、正确
B、错误
4、【判断题】The famous speech I have a dream made by Martin Luther King Junior is a good example of repetition.
A、正确
B、错误
5、【判断题】But, in a larger sense, we cannot dedicate, we cannot consecrate, we cannot hallow this ground. This is an example of paralleled sentence pattern.
A、正确
B、错误
6、【填空题】The pattern which you use to describe things according to the time sequence is named _______ .
A、
7、【填空题】Cause-effect pattern is used when you have____ main points; the first point is about the cause of a problem, and the second is the effects of the problem.
A、
8、【填空题】I love seafood. However, I can't eat shellfish. ( the transitional expression is _____)
A、
9、【填空题】In addition to using transitions between paragraphs and as part of your conclusion paragraph, you'll be required to use transitions in other parts of the piece. (the transitional expression is ______)
A、
10、【填空题】When you have several ideas to present and one idea naturally follows on from another, you use ________pattern.
A、
Unit Test
1、【单选题】The following are the functions of an effective beginning of a speech EXCEPT ______.
A、Grabbing the attention and generating the interest of the audience
B、Persuading the audience to believe or to do as the speech suggests
C、 Establishing a positive relationship with the audience
D、Stating the topic and previewing main points
2、【单选题】At the beginning of a speech, what kind of effect can most possibly be achieved by telling a personal story?
A、Attracting the audience’s attention and interest
B、Creating the suspense and arousing the audience’s curiosity
C、Startling the audience
D、 Stating the importance of the topic
3、【单选题】The objective of composing a good conclusion for a speech is ______.
A、 to signal the end of the speech
B、to restate the central idea or summarize the main points
C、to emphasize the significance of the speech
D、All of the above
4、【单选题】The end of a speech usually refers back to the beginning in the way ______.
A、it repeats the central idea proposed at the beginning
B、 it restates the central idea and echoes the lead-in
C、 it leaves a deep impression
D、it tries to create a suspense
5、【判断题】In order to demonstrate credibility of the speech, the speaker should not use his/her personal experience with or knowledge of the topic of the speech.
A、正确
B、错误
6、【判断题】The main points should not be disclosed at the beginning of the speech as it will lead to the failure of arousing the curiosity of the audience.
A、正确
B、错误
7、【判断题】The closure is not as important as the beginning of a speech since it just signals the end of it.
A、正确
B、错误
8、【判断题】Answering the “so what” questions in the end can give the audience a feeling that the questions have been answered, tasks accomplished, and the audience inspired.
A、正确
B、错误
9、【判断题】Using humor is not highly recommended in delivering a speech in front of an international audience.
A、正确
B、错误
10、【判断题】If you have are constrained by a time limit of a speech, a conclusion then becomes not so important.
A、正确
B、错误
Unit Test
1、【单选题】1. The following passage is an example of _______.I will end this war in Iraq responsibly, and finish the fight against al Qaeda and the Taliban in Afghanistan. Iwill rebuild our military to meet future conflicts. But I will also renew the tough, direct diplomacy that canprevent Iran from obtaining nuclear weapons and curb Russian aggression. I will build new partnerships todefeat the threats of the 21st century: terrorism and nuclear proliferation; poverty and genocide; climate change and disease. And I will restore our moral standing, so that America is once again that last, best hope for all who are called to the cause of freedom, who long for lives of peace, and who yearn for a better future.(Democratic Presidential Candidate Acceptance Speech by Barack Obama. August 28th, 2008)
A、ethos
B、logos
C、pathos
D、not applicable
2、【单选题】The following passage is an example of____.I am not unmindful that some of you have come here out of great trials and tribulations. Some of you have come fresh from narrow jail cells. And some of you have come from areas where your quest -- quest for freedom left you battered by the storms of persecution and staggered by the winds of police brutality. You have been the veterans of creative suffering. Continue to work with the faith that unearned suffering is redemptive. Go back to Mississippi, go back to Alabama, go back to South Carolina, go back to Georgia, go back to Louisiana, go back to the slums and ghettos of our northern cities, knowing that somehow this situation can and will be changed.(I Have a Dream” by Martin Luther King Jr. August 28th, 1963)
A、ethos
B、logos
C、pathos
D、not applicable
3、【单选题】The following passage is an example of ____.However, although private final demand, output, and employment have indeed been growing for more than a year, the pace of that growth recently appears somewhat less vigorous than we expected. Notably, since stabilizing in mid-2009, real household spending in the United States has grown in the range of 1 to 2 percent at annual rates, a relatively modest pace. Households' caution is understandable. Importantly, the painfully slow recovery in the labor market has restrained growth in labor income, raised uncertainty about job security and prospects, and damped confidence. Also, although consumer credit shows some signs of thawing, responses to our Senior Loan Officer Opinion Survey on Bank Lending Practices suggest that lending standards to households generally remain tight. (The Economic Outlook and Monetary Policy” by Ben Bernanke. August 27th, 2010)
A、ethos
B、logos
C、pathos
D、not applicable
4、【单选题】Michael Jordan is better than LeBron James because Jordan won six championships and James has only won two. This statement is an example of ____.
A、ethos
B、logos
C、pathos
D、not applicable
5、【单选题】The Centers for Disease Control recommends getting a flu vaccine each fall. This statement is an example of ___.
A、ethos
B、logos
C、pathos
D、not applicable
6、【单选题】 Nearly 25% of all car accidents are caused by drivers using cell phones while driving, so it is really risky to texting when you are driving.
A、ethos
B、logos
C、pathos
D、not applicable
7、【判断题】Public speaking storytelling can be seen as the art of verbally conveying events in words, images and sounds.
A、正确
B、错误
8、【判断题】If you are running out of the time for story telling, you’d better rush to finish it.
A、正确
B、错误
9、【判断题】If it is a humorous story, it does not matter if the story is related with the subject of the speech.
A、正确
B、错误
10、【判断题】Listeners’ personal life experiences, emotions and feelings will filter the way they hear the story.
A、正确
B、错误
Unit Test
1、【单选题】“Freedom is like a drum; strike it anywhere and it resounds everywhere” is an example of_______.
A、metaphor
B、repetition
C、antithesis
D、simile
2、【单选题】“A master politician, he worked the crowd with oiled precision” is an example of_______.
A、 antithesis
B、 repetition
C、personification
D、metaphor
3、【单选题】“Memories are like fingerprints—no two sets are ever the same” is an example of____.
A、metaphor
B、simile
C、antithesis
D、repetition
4、【单选题】In his speech on the importance of regular exercise, David stated, “Taking the first step toward a healthier lifestyle requires three commitments: discipline, determination, and desire.” In this statement, David used__________.
A、metaphor
B、alliteration
C、antithesis
D、repetition
5、【单选题】You are encouraged to use repetition and parallelism to enhance the______ of your speeches.
A、rhythm
B、credibility
C、emotional appeal
D、appropriateness
6、【单选题】Which of the following words is the most concrete and specific?
A、performer
B、actress
C、movie star
D、entertainer
7、【单选题】We will be candid, consistent, and confident” is an example of________
A、metaphor
B、antithesis
C、simile
D、alliteration
8、【单选题】Which statement below is more figurative than literal?
A、He walked rapidly toward the Registrar’s Office.
B、She ran up the steep hill like a starving monkey running to a ripe banana.
C、They were a large crowd that moved slowly away from the scene of the accident.
D、 The herd edged toward the trough in eager anticipation.
9、【单选题】“Let us never negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate” is an example of___.
A、imagery
B、repetition
C、antithesis
D、metaphor
10、【单选题】The meaning of a word that you find in a dictionary is its__________.
A、abstract meaning
B、connotative meanin
C、 denotative meaning
D、approximate meaning
Unit Test
1、【单选题】What is the essence of informative speaking?
A、establishing a community
B、connecting with an audience
C、disputing controversial ideas
D、sharing knowledge
2、【单选题】Which of the following is an instance of persuasive speaking?
A、United States President praising World War II veterans.
B、A marketing manager explaining a new product to the company’s sales for
C、A judge explaining the rules of evidence during a criminal trial.
D、A developer urging the city council to build a new convention center.
3、【单选题】Which speech type is most appropriate for a speech about how to repair a motorcycle?
A、speech about events
B、 speech about objects
C、speech about process
D、speech about ideas
4、【单选题】The three types of questions that give rise to persuasive speeches are questions of ____.
A、opinion, fact, and policy
B、problem, cause, and solution
C、fact, value, and policy
D、opinion, attitude, and value
5、【单选题】To establish, maintain, and sustain your credibility as a speaker, what quality must you convey?
A、dynamism
B、trustworthiness
C、competence
D、all of these
6、【单选题】“Animal testing is inhumane” is a question of__________
A、value
B、fact
C、policy
D、none of these
7、【单选题】“To persuade my audience that long-term exposure to electromagnetic fields can cause serious health problems” is a specific purpose statement for a persuasive speech on a question of______.
A、value
B、fact
C、attitude
D、policy
8、【单选题】Which of the following steps is NOT a guideline for the speech in which you are presenting an award?
A、Adapt your speech’s organization to the audience’s knowledge.
B、Introduce yourself.
C、Compliment the finalists for the award.
D、State the recipient’s qualifications.
9、【单选题】When offering a brief salute to a special occasion or person, you are giving______.
A、an introduction
B、a eulogy
C、 a keynote address
D、a toast
10、【单选题】 The first step in an acceptance speech is usually to________.
A、 thank those who bestowed the award
B、compliment the competition
C、advocate for your favorite cause
D、thank those who helped you attain the award
Unit Test
1、【单选题】How a speaker delivers his/her thoughts and message in a speech usually depends on ______.
A、the occasion
B、the topic
C、the audience
D、All of the above
2、【单选题】When using computer graphics, such as PowerPoint slides, you should do all of the following except________.
A、maintain simplicity.
B、showcase the software.
C、maintain background and text contrast.
D、strive for clarity.
3、【单选题】Which of the following does pitch NOT serve? ______.
A、Conveying shades of meaning of a word or expression.
B、Distinguishing a statement from a question.
C、Improving the audience’s ability to remember the message.
D、Changing the way the audience will respond to words.
4、【单选题】Which of the following is NOT true about the gestures used in a speech? ______
A、They are only about the use of hands.
B、They are the important aids to the spoken word.
C、They are mostly used to add emphasis.
D、An effective way of improving the use of gestures is to practice in front of a mirror.
5、【判断题】Impromptu speaking gives more precise control over thought and language than speaking from memory.
A、正确
B、错误
6、【判断题】For a speaker, standing with the arms crossed in front of the chest is a sign of confidence.
A、正确
B、错误
7、【判断题】In public speaking, people who speak at a moderate rate are usually easy to follow for the audience.
A、正确
B、错误
8、【判断题】Lack of eye contact may create a barrier between the speaker and the audience, making the speaker look untrustworthy or unsure of him/herself.
A、正确
B、错误
9、【判断题】Pause in a speech prepares the listener to receive your message.
A、正确
B、错误
10、【判断题】What matters in an effective speaking is the idea communicated rather than how the speech is delivered.
A、正确
B、错误
Unit Test
1、【单选题】Which part of an argument explains why? ________
A、claim
B、 counterclaim
C、reason
D、evidence
2、【单选题】Which part of an argument tells the main point? _______
A、claim
B、counterclaim
C、reason
D、evidence
3、【单选题】Which part of an argument gives proof that your main point is correct? ______
A、claim
B、counterclaim
C、reason
D、evidence
4、【单选题】How would we classify this argument? _____Ruby used the new OxyPro vitamin supplement and had more energy and lost weight. Makana also took it and had more energy and lost weight. Same with Robert and Kanoe. So, OxyPro will work for you and probably all people in gaining energy and losing weight.
A、valid deductive argument.
B、 invalid deductive argument.
C、 strong inductive argument.
D、weak inductive argument.
5、【单选题】What are the main types of propositions encountered in debates? Mark the one that does not apply. ____
A、affirmative
B、fact
C、value
D、policy
6、【单选题】To be a great debater, it is important to do the followings except ________
A、speak clearly, loudly, and with good emphasis
B、think about what the other team will say against your argument
C、learn a lot about your topic by researching it
D、be aggressive in giving counter claims.
7、【判断题】If there is a general statement in the premises, the argument will always be inductive.
A、正确
B、错误
8、【判断题】If the conclusion of an argument is a generalization (all) from evidence in the premises (some), the argument will be inductive.
A、正确
B、错误
9、【判断题】For arguments with conclusions that involve a prediction about the future, we can never be certain about such conclusions no matter how much evidence is presented in the premises.
A、正确
B、错误
10、【判断题】Some inductive arguments have overwhelming evidence provided for their conclusions and hence can be classified as reliable beliefs, even though we do not have certainty for the conclusion.
A、正确
B、错误
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