Question 1

An explanation should supply only as many details as necessary for an audience to understand how something is done or why it exists.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Why should a speaker use multiple brief illustrations?

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Sometimes a series of brief illustration...

Question 3

Which of the following is true of Boolean searches on the Internet?

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A)  They provide too much information.
B)  They help narrow your search.
C)  They look for viruses on your computer.
D)  They yield search results for sites in which your search words appear at random.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 4

List five methodical research strategies that will make your research process more efficient.

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1)Developing a preliminary bib...

Question 5

What does your textbook advise regarding the use of hypothetical illustrations in a speech?

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A)  Using a series of hypothetical illustrations can often have more impact than a single illustration.
B)  Make sure your audience knows from the beginning that your illustration is hypothetical.
C)  A hypothetical illustration is only effective if it is lengthy;brief hypotheticals are ineffective.
D)  Hypothetical illustrations are fine in a conclusion,but shouldn't be used in the body of a speech.E) All of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 6

What three things should you do to prepare for an interview?

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1)Determine your pur...

Question 7

"How many years have you served in the job?" is an example of a closed-ended question.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

When using a literary quotation as supporting material,it is best to

Accepted Answer

A)  say "quote" and "unquote."
B)  keep the quote brief.
C)  make it long and important.
D)  try to find quotes that are more recent.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 9

After her conversation with a representative from the health and wellness program at a local hospital,Jieun organizes her notes and decides which statements to quote in her speech.This form of supporting material is

Accepted Answer

A)  firsthand experience.
B)  an interview.
C)  research.
D)  peer testimony.E) B) and C)
F) A) and C)

Question 10

A literal analogy is a comparison between two similar things.

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A) True 
 B)False

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