Question 1

"What should be done about the problem oidentity theft?" is a poorly phrased central idea for a persuasive speech because it is

Accepted Answer

A)   is too technical.
B)   is expressed in figurative language.
C)   phrased as a question instead of as a statement.
D)   all of the above.
E)   a and b only.

Question 2

"The laser is a highly versatile instrument with important uses in medicine, industry, and art" is an example oa

Accepted Answer

A)   specific purpose.
B)   central idea.
C)   transition.
D)   general thesis.
E)   topic statement.

Question 3

It is acceptable for a specific purpose statement to include two unrelated ideas.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

A specific purpose statement should usually be phrased as a question.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

As explained in your textbook, the central idea oyour speech

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A)   is usually formulated after you have done some research.
B)   is more precise than your specific purpose statement.
C)   sums up or encapsulate the major ideas of your speech.
D)   all of the above.
E)   b and c only.

Question 6

"Abandoning nuclear power because oaccidents would be like throwing the baby out with the bath water" is a poorly phrased specific purpose statement for a persuasive speech because it

Accepted Answer

A)   is written as a statement rather than as a question.
B)   is missing a reference to the audience.
C)   contains figurative language.
D)   all of the above.
E)   b and c only.

Question 7

"To inform my audience about the four major elements in rope climbing" is an example oa

Accepted Answer

A)   speech topic.
B)   general purpose.
C)   central idea.
D)   thesis statement.
E)   specific purpose.

Question 8

"To inform my audience othe major steps in responding to a medical emergency" is an example oan effective specific purpose statement for an informative speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

"The effects olight pollution in major cities" is an example oa well-worded specific purpose statement.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

"The three major expenses for people traveling abroad are transportation, food, and lodging" is an example oa well-worded central idea for a speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

After choosing a topic, what is the next step ospeech preparation?

Accepted Answer

A)   phrasing the central idea
B)   analyzing the occasion
C)   selecting the specific purpose
D)   writing the introduction
E)   determining the general purpose

Question 12

Identify the flaw in the following specific purpose statement for a classroom speech: "Should stand-your-ground laws be repealed?"

Accepted Answer

A)   It contains figurative language.
B)   It contains more than one distinct idea.
C)   It is stated as a question, rather than as an infinitive phrase.
D)   It treats a topic that is too political for a classroom speech.
E)   It is stated as a question, rather than as a statement.

Question 13

"The most common types osleep disorders are insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and sleepwalking" is an example oa

Accepted Answer

A)   general purpose.
B)   thesis statement.
C)   transition.
D)   central idea.
E)   specific purpose.

Question 14

"To explain the three major benefits ocycling as a form oexercise" is a poorly phrased specific purpose statement because it

Accepted Answer

A)   is too broad.
B)   deals with more than a single topic.
C)   lacks a reference to the audience.
D)   all of the above.
E)   a and b only.

Question 15

No matter how you go about choosing a speech topic, it is important to start the process early.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

"You can increase your gas mileage by reducing the weight in your car, doing regular maintenance, and reducing your driving speed" is an example oa

Accepted Answer

A)   topic statement.
B)   general thesis.
C)   specific purpose.
D)   transition.
E)   central idea.

Question 17

The specific purpose statement should focus on one aspect oa topic and be expressed in a single infinitive phrase.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

When the general purpose oyour speech is to __________ , you act primarily as an advocate.

Accepted Answer

A)   persuade
B)   entertain
C)   demonstrate
D)   commemorate
E)   inform

Question 19

According to your textbook, "Getting an internship is a challenging experience with great rewards" is an example oan)

Accepted Answer

A)   speech proposal.
B)   specific purpose.
C)   informative thesis.
D)   topic statement.
E)   central idea.

Question 20

"To inform my audience about the current status otennis as an international sport" is an example oan effective specific purpose statement for a speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 5: Selecting a Topic and a Purpose

"The laser is a highly versatile instrument with important uses in medicine, industry, and art" is an example oa

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A specific purpose statement should usually be phrased as a question.

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No matter how you go about choosing a speech topic, it is important to start the process early.

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"What should be done about the problem oidentity theft?" is a poorly phrased central idea for a persuasive speech because it is

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"You can increase your gas mileage by reducing the weight in your car, doing regular maintenance, and reducing your driving speed" is an example oa

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When the general purpose oyour speech is to __________ , you act primarily as an advocate.

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"The most common types osleep disorders are insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, and sleepwalking" is an example oa

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After choosing a topic, what is the next step ospeech preparation?

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The specific purpose statement should focus on one aspect oa topic and be expressed in a single infinitive phrase.

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"The effects olight pollution in major cities" is an example oa well-worded specific purpose statement.

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"The three major expenses for people traveling abroad are transportation, food, and lodging" is an example oa well-worded central idea for a speech.

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According to your textbook, "Getting an internship is a challenging experience with great rewards" is an example oan)

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"Abandoning nuclear power because oaccidents would be like throwing the baby out with the bath water" is a poorly phrased specific purpose statement for a persuasive speech because it

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"To inform my audience about the four major elements in rope climbing" is an example oa

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"To inform my audience about the current status otennis as an international sport" is an example oan effective specific purpose statement for a speech.

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Identify the flaw in the following specific purpose statement for a classroom speech: "Should stand-your-ground laws be repealed?"

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"To explain the three major benefits ocycling as a form oexercise" is a poorly phrased specific purpose statement because it

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As explained in your textbook, the central idea oyour speech

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It is acceptable for a specific purpose statement to include two unrelated ideas.

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"To inform my audience othe major steps in responding to a medical emergency" is an example oan effective specific purpose statement for an informative speech.

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