Public Speaking-Unit 1-Practice Milestone
1 Solutions (A+)
Which of the following statements is an example of constructive criticism? - ANS-"The
speaker should make eye contact with the crowd whenever he arrives at one of his
main points."
Which of the following historical figures believed that locating truth was instrumental for
the performance of communication? - ANS-Francis Bacon
Determine which of the following statements is an example of ineffective criticism. -
ANS-"The concepts you discussed seem to be too complicated for you. I think you're
out of your depth."
A speaker at Tom's church is making a presentation on his past mission to Africa and
his work with a large charity organization. He relates stories about and displays pictures
of his trip through various African nations. He is trying to raise $300,000 for his next trip
back, and the amount catches Tom's attention. He becomes skeptical that such a large
amount would be needed and starts listening for more details about the proposed trip.
Which of Tom's reactions to the speaker reflects the evaluating stage of the listening
process? - ANS-Tom understands that mission trips are expensive, but the description
of what the speaker says he will do in Africa doesn't seem to necessitate spending that
much money.
Nikki is a financial advisor who routinely speaks to large groups about the importance of
saving, investing, and financial planning. Her speeches are targeted at college savings,
retirement plans, and tax relief for families with school-aged children. Today she is
speaking at an inner-city union meeting.
Which of the following descriptions represents a cultural barrier of communication for
Nikki's speech? - ANS-Nikki used language implying audience members brought in low
incomes, leaving many of them irritated.
select the description of a speaker whose purpose isto inform. - ANS-A guest lecturer at
a university wants students to understand the sequence of events that led up to a
foreign war.
Which of the following scenarios does NOT describe a person engaged in a degree of
1 Solutions (A+)
Which of the following statements is an example of constructive criticism? - ANS-"The
speaker should make eye contact with the crowd whenever he arrives at one of his
main points."
Which of the following historical figures believed that locating truth was instrumental for
the performance of communication? - ANS-Francis Bacon
Determine which of the following statements is an example of ineffective criticism. -
ANS-"The concepts you discussed seem to be too complicated for you. I think you're
out of your depth."
A speaker at Tom's church is making a presentation on his past mission to Africa and
his work with a large charity organization. He relates stories about and displays pictures
of his trip through various African nations. He is trying to raise $300,000 for his next trip
back, and the amount catches Tom's attention. He becomes skeptical that such a large
amount would be needed and starts listening for more details about the proposed trip.
Which of Tom's reactions to the speaker reflects the evaluating stage of the listening
process? - ANS-Tom understands that mission trips are expensive, but the description
of what the speaker says he will do in Africa doesn't seem to necessitate spending that
much money.
Nikki is a financial advisor who routinely speaks to large groups about the importance of
saving, investing, and financial planning. Her speeches are targeted at college savings,
retirement plans, and tax relief for families with school-aged children. Today she is
speaking at an inner-city union meeting.
Which of the following descriptions represents a cultural barrier of communication for
Nikki's speech? - ANS-Nikki used language implying audience members brought in low
incomes, leaving many of them irritated.
select the description of a speaker whose purpose isto inform. - ANS-A guest lecturer at
a university wants students to understand the sequence of events that led up to a
foreign war.
Which of the following scenarios does NOT describe a person engaged in a degree of
