Test Bank for Mastering Public Speaking, 10th Edition

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Test BankForMastering Public SpeakingTenthEditionGeorgeL.Grice,Radford UniversityDanielH.Mansson,Penn State HazletonJohnF.Skinner,San Antonio College

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank1Test BankChapter 1: An Introduction to Public SpeakingMultiple Choice1.1.In addition to academic benefits, the benefits of studying and practicing public speaking are three-fold: _____.a. psychological, physiological, andbehavioralb. economic,social, and ethicalc. intellectual, physical, and spirituald. personal, professional, and publicAnswer:dChapter: 01Module: 1.1Learning Objective:LO 1.1 Identify the four benefits of studying public speaking.Topic:Why Study Public Speaking?Difficulty:EasySkill:Remember the Facts1.2.A police officer who warns citizens of crime and encourages them to set up a neighborhood watchprogram is utilizing which benefit of public speaking?a.personalb.professionalc.academicd.publicAnswer:dChapter: 01Module: 1.1Learning Objective:LO 1.1 Identify the four benefits of studying public speaking.Topic: Why Study Public Speaking?Level:ModerateSkill: Apply What You Know1.3.Theskillsyou learn in a public speaking class can be used throughout all of your academic studiesand your future career. In other words, these skills are _____.a.stagnantb.transferablec.relative to the user

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank2d.nontransferableAnswer:bChapter: 01Module: 1.1Learning Objective:LO 1.1 Identify the four benefits of studying public speaking.Topic: Why Study Public Speaking?Level:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.4.The wordcommunicateis taken from a Latin verb and means _____.a.to informb.to recallc.to shared.to clarifyAnswer:cChapter: 01Module:1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.5.Along with the interpreter and the referent,Ogden and Richardsalso include the _____in the threeelements necessary for communication.a.symbolb.channelc.feedbackd.cueAnswer:aChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.6.More recent presidential elections have focused on the voting stance of red and blue states. In Ogdenand Richards’s triangle of meaning model, the states would be considered _____.a.messagesb.symbols

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank3c.codesd.cuesAnswer:bChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill: Apply What You Know1.7.Which of the following statements is trueabout theelements in the triangle of meaning?a.The symbol is simply the person who is communicating.b. The referent is never an idea.c.The interpreter is the receiver of the message, the decoder delivers the message.d.The referent depends on each individual’sknowledge and experience.Answer:dChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Understand the Concepts1.8.The terms “Y2K” and “cool”would bethe _____ in the triangle of meaning.a. referentsb. symbolsc.ideasd.messagesAnswer: bChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions ofCommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill: Apply What You Know1.9.According to thetriangle of meaning_____.a. meaning exists in people, not in wordsb.verbal communication is more important than nonverbal communication

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank4c. people of different culturescan never really communicated.listening and hearing are independent of each otherAnswer: aChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill: Understand the Concepts1.10.Kendra thought about her plans for the upcoming weekend as she waited for her doctor’sappointment. She is involved in _____ communication.a. interpersonalb. groupc. intrapersonald. massAnswer: cChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Apply What You Know1.11.Dyadic communication is another term for_____.a. intrapersonal communicationb. public communicationc. interpersonal communicationd. mass communicationAnswer: cChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill:Remember the Facts1.12.When a police officer questions a witness to a crime, what type of communication is taking place?a. interpersonal communicationb. group communication

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank5c. public communicationd. mass communicationAnswer: aChapter: 01Module:1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill: Apply What You Know1.13.The public works director, the mayor, and two community members meet to discuss theimpact oncommunity parks following recent flooding. What type of communication are they involved in?a. interpersonal communicationb. group communicationc.masscommunicationd. public communicationAnswer: bChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill: Apply What You Know1.14.An instructor presenting a lecture to a small class of 15 students on the implicationsof term limitson legislative continuity in government is engaged in what type of communication?a. interpersonal communicationb. group communicationc. mass communicationd. public communicationAnswer: dChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill: Apply What You Know1.15.An electronic medium must be present for _____ communication to take place.a.group

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank6b.intrapersonalc.publicd.massAnswer: dChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.16.The feedback associated with mass communication canbestbe described as _____.a.delayedb.promptc.proactived.criticalAnswer: aChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Understand the Concepts1.17._____ is the process of putting ideas into symbols.a.Interactionb.Listeningc.Decodingd.EncodingAnswer: dChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain themodel of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.18.Which of the followingis an example offeedback?a.reading yourfavorite novel

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank7b.thinking of different ways to make apiec. rolling your eyes when you hear a racial slurd.observing a bird building a nestAnswer: cChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Apply What You Know1.19.Themeans through whicha message is sentis called_____.a.the channelb. encodingc. interpretingd.the noiseAnswer: aChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communicationin terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.20.Anna moved toward the front of the audience to hear the speaker better because a lawn moweroutside the window she was sitting by made itdifficult for her to hear. Which element of communicationis affecting her experience?a.noiseb.messagec.channeld.feedbackAnswer: aChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of the sevenelements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Apply What You Know

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank81.21.Which of these is an example of physical noisethat could distract you from communicatingeffectively?a.a bad cold that causes your ears to feel pluggedb.a group of students laughing loudly in the back of the roomc.worrying about an upcoming testd.feeling excitedabouta spring break vacationAnswer: bChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of theseven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Apply What You Know1.22.Nicole was so happy she received an “A” on the exam that she couldn’t concentrate on anything elsethe professor was saying. What type of noise does this represent?a.psycho-socialb.physicalc.physiologicald.psychologicalAnswer: dChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Apply What You Know1.23.Melinda decides she will present her speech outdoors since she is speaking on the migratory patternsof geese. She hasdeterminedthe _____ of her speech.a. channelb. messagec. audienced. environmentAnswer: dChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel: ModerateSkill: Apply What You Know

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank91.24.The logical, reflective examination of information and ideas to determine what to believe or do isthe process of_____.a. belief systemsb. critical thinkingc. behavior examinationd. reflective analysisAnswer: bChapter: 01Module: 1.4Learning Objective:LO 1.4 Use the eight critical thinking skills in developingand evaluating speeches.Topic:The Public Speaker as Critical ThinkerLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.25.Arranging information so that it can be understood and presented more effectively utilizes the skillof_____.a.evaluatingb.focusingc.organizingd.outliningAnswer: cChapter: 01Module: 1.4Learning Objective:LO 1.4 Use the eight critical thinking skills in developing and evaluating speeches.Topic: The Public Speaker as Critical ThinkerLevel:ModerateSkill:Understand theConceptsTrue/False1.26.The skills you learn and practice in public speaking are transferable to other academic and careerspecialties.Answer:TrueChapter: 01Module: 1.1Learning Objective:LO 1.1 Identify the four benefits of studying public speaking.Topic: Why Study Public Speaking?Level:EasySkill: Remember the Facts

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank101.27.Effective speaking skills enhance your chances of securing employment, but once hired it will be alittle-used skill.Answer:FalseChapter: 01Module: 1.1Learning Objective:LO 1.1 Identify the four benefits of studying public speaking.Topic: Why Study Public Speaking?Level:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.28.Public speaking can help you play your role as a member of society.Answer:TrueChapter: 01Module: 1.1Learning Objective:LO 1.1 Identify the four benefits of studying public speaking.Topic: Why Study Public Speaking?Level:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.29.An interpreter in Ogden and Richards’s triangle of meaning refers to both the sender and thereceiver of the message.Answer:TrueChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Understand the Concepts1.30.Interpersonal communication is sometimes called “dyadic communication.”Answer:TrueChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.31.A key characteristic of public communication is that audience feedback is delayed.Answer:FalseChapter: 01

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank11Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.32.A referent means the same thing to one person as it does to another.Answer:FalseChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions ofCommunicationLevel: EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.33.Encoding is the process of selecting symbols to carry a message.Answer:TrueChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.34.Effective public speakers adapt their speaking styles to the physical settings and the occasions fortheir speeches.Answer:TrueChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.35.Integrating is the critical thinking skill in which you define problems, set goals, and select pieces ofinformation.Answer:FalseChapter: 01Module: 1.4Learning Objective:LO 1.4 Use the eight critical thinking skills in developing and evaluating speeches.Topic: The Public Speaker as Critical ThinkerLevel:EasySkill: Remember the Facts

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank12Fill-in-the-Blank1.36.The _____ benefits of public speaking include greater awareness of other cultures, increased self-awareness, and increased self-esteem.Answer: personalChapter: 01Module: 1.1Learning Objective:LO 1.1 Identify the four benefitsof studying public speaking.Topic: Why Study Public Speaking?Level: EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.37.Any person using symbols to send or receive messages is a(n) _____.Answer: interpreterChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Definecommunication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel: EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.38.One person communicating face-to-face with an audience is engaging in _____ communication.Answer: publicChapter: 01Module:1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Understand the Concepts1.39._____ communication is cognition or thought; communicating with oneself.Answer: IntrapersonalChapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel: ModerateSkill: Understand the Concepts1.40._____ is the physical setting and the occasion for communication.Answer: EnvironmentChapter: 01

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank13Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel: EasySkill:Remember the Facts1.41.Communication that indicates the clarity or acceptability of a message is called_____.Answer:feedbackChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Understand the Concepts1.42.In mass communication, television is an example ofthe _____ in the communication elementsmodel.Answer:channelChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explainthe model of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel: ModerateSkill: Understand the Concepts1.43._____ is the process of attaching meanings to symbols received.Answer: DecodingChapter: 01Module: 1.3Learning Objective:LO 1.3 Explain the model of communication in terms of the seven elements.Topic: Elements of CommunicationLevel: EasySkill: Remember the Facts1.44.When you formulate questions and collect data,you are using the critical thinkingskill called_____.Answer: information gatheringChapter: 01Module: 1.4Learning Objective:LO 1.4 Use the eight critical thinking skills in developing and evaluating speeches.Topic: The Public Speaker as Critical ThinkerLevel: EasySkill: Remember theFacts

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Grice,Mastering Public Speaking10e, Test Bank141.45.The critical thinking skill of _____is used to clarifyexisting information by examining parts andrelationships.Answer:analyzingChapter: 01Module: 1.4Learning Objective:LO 1.4 Use the eight critical thinking skills in developing andevaluating speeches.Topic: The Public Speaker as Critical ThinkerLevel:ModerateSkill:Understand the ConceptsEssay1.46.Address the question: “Why should I take a course in public speaking?” Provide examples.Answer:There are four main benefits of studying public speaking. These include academic benefits,personal/social benefits, professional benefits, and public benefits. Academically, studying publicspeaking provides classroom communication skills, critical thinking skills, group work skills,organization skills, research skills, and writing skills. All of these skills you learn as you study publicspeaking then carry over into your personal, professional, and public life. You will develop an awarenessand appreciation of other cultures, foster your self-esteem, beable to resolve work conflicts andcollaborate with co-workers.Student examples will vary but should include the personal, academic,professional, and public benefits of public speaking.Chapter: 01Module: 1.1Learning Objective:LO 1.1 Identify the four benefits of studying public speaking.Topic: Why Study Public Speaking?Level:ModerateSkill:Apply What You Know1.47.Use the three elements in the triangle of meaning to describe a breakdown in communication. Yourexample can be real or hypothetical.Answer: Examples will vary,but should include the following: the interpreter is any person usingsymbols to send or receive messages. The symbol is anything to which we attach meaning. The referent isthe object or idea for which the symbol stands. Both the sender and the receiverof a message have areferent for the symbols used. This referent depends on each individual’s knowledge and experience.Breakdowns in communication occur when individuals do not share similar referents for the samemessage.Chapter: 01Module: 1.2Learning Objective:LO 1.2 Define communication, including its five basic levels.Topic: Definitions of CommunicationLevel:ModerateSkill:Apply What You Know

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