National University COM 103 Week Two Quiz 2 (All Answers are Correct)

QUESTION 1 1. Everything a speaker says is filtered through a listener's: a. frame of reference b. credibility c. feedback d. personal screen e. psychological field 6.7 points QUESTION 2 1. As your textbook explains, ethnocentrism means: a . showing respect to other groups and cultures b . recognizing that listeners are interested in how a topic relates to them c . believing one's own group or culture is superior to all other groups or cultures d . insisting that listeners share a speaker's frame of reference e . agreeing with the values and practices of other groups and cultures 6.7 points QUESTION 3 1. A special occasion speech is a speech about a special occasion that has happened in your life. True False 6.7 points QUESTION 4 1. Listening is a passive process, while critical thinking is an active process. True False 6.7 points QUESTION 5 1. Michael is preparing a persuasive speech for class in opposition to gun control. The most important factor for Michael to consider when analyzing his audience is probably its: a . knowledge of the topic b . disposition toward the speaker c . cultural background d . religious beliefs e . attitude toward the topic 6.7 points QUESTION 6 1. Most experts set the maximum number of members for a small group at seven or eight. True False 6.7 points QUESTION 7 1. The primary purpose of a special occasion speech is to convey information to an audience. True False 6.7 points QUESTION 8 1. Which of the following is an example of a speech for a special occasion? a . a speech presenting an award to a retiring newspaper editor b . a presentation on marketing strategy at a sales meeting c . a talk to new college students about how to register for classes d . a campaign speech by a candidate for the U.S. Senate e . a lecture by a visiting professor in a college class 6.7 points QUESTION 9 1. According to Jerry Seinfeld, when attending the funeral, the average person would rather be in the box than giving the eulogy. True False 6.7 points QUESTION 10 1. When listening to a speech, it's important to think in real time about how each main points relates back to your own life so you can better engage with the material. True False 6.7 points QUESTION 11 1. When giving a special occasion speech, it's ok to not to give a self-introduction because most people there will likely know who you are. True False 6.6 points QUESTION 12 1. Which is not a special occasion speech: a . a speech about your high school graduation b . eulogy for a grandparent c . a wedding toast for a friend d . a speech awarding a colleague an award 6.6 points QUESTION 13 1. Special occasion speeches should still have a preview statement to help the audience through your speech. True False 6.6 points QUESTION 14 1. Which is a form of appreciative listening? a . listening to a car salesman b . listening to a lecture by a professor c . listening to a friend talk about his problems d . listening to a new music albu