SPCH 2310 Speech
Session 6 Study Questions (print)

1. Ceremonial speaking

  1. shares knowledge.
  2. influences attitudes and actions.
  3. celebrates and reinforces common aims, beliefs, and aspirations.
  4. All of the above.

2. Two techniques, identification and _________, are vital to the effectiveness of ceremonial speaking.

  1. affection
  2. magnification
  3. celebration
  4. immediacy

3. Magnification includes

  1. selecting appropriate themes that focus on a person's actions.
  2. effective use of language to create dramatic word pictures.
  3. Both a and b.
  4. Neither a nor b.

4. There are _________ types of ceremonial speeches.

  1. five
  2. four
  3. three
  4. two

5. In a speech of tribute, the speaker should

  1. be sincere.
  2. create vivid images of accomplishment.
  3. avoid exaggeration.
  4. All of the above.

6. The first part of an award presentation is to

  1. congratulate the recipient.
  2. name the recipient.
  3. explain the nature of the award.
  4. share the recipient's qualifications.

7. Family members who present a eulogy should

  1. be brief.
  2. be very detailed.
  3. focus on family member's characteristics.
  4. explain how they handle the loss.

8. When making a toast, the speaker should

  1. memorize the toast for smooth delivery.
  2. be spontaneous.
  3. review the day's events.
  4. use humorous negative comments.

9. Those who make acceptance speeches should not

  1. be modest.
  2. give credit to others.
  3. omit the values that the award represents.
  4. fit language to the formality of the occasion.

10. Speeches of inspiration

  1. are enthusiastic.
  2. draw upon past successes.
  3. revitalize our appreciation of values and beliefs.
  4. omit frustrations that impede future accomplishments.

11. Inspirational speeches may be

  1. social
  2. religious.
  3. commercial.
  4. All of the above.

12. After-dinner speeches can serve to

  1. ask listeners for attitude changes.
  2. share radical perspectives.
  3. guide and inspire listeners' future efforts.
  4. ask listeners for behavioral changes.

13. Which is the best focus of after-dinner speech humor?

  1. The speaker
  2. The listeners
  3. Off color remarks
  4. None of the above.

14. The development of an after-dinner speech should include

  1. a spontaneous introduction, body, and conclusion.
  2. an effectively prepared beginning, middle, and end that conveys a specific message.
  3. a carefully introduced string of anecdotes and humor.
  4. None of the above.

15. Guidelines for masters of ceremonies include all except

  1. be a star.
  2. plan a good opening.
  3. plan a strong closing.
  4. prepare in advance.