Which of the following is an example of a transition and/or signpost? A. "I feel really nervous right now" B. "The purpose of this speech is..." C. "Next, we're going to talk about..." D. "Now I'm going to list all of the sources...."

What is the best way to keep an audience interested? A) Use facts only B) Speak as quickly as possible C) Appeal to the audience directly D) Avoid examples

True/False: Statistics should always be presented with context, not just numbers.

Which type of speech example is this: “To inform my Comm class how to create a strong purpose statement…”

Which of the following is NOT a demographic factor? A. knowledge level B. audience interest in topic C. education level D. how much research the speaker did

Which is the BEST example of adapting to an audience of 10-year-olds for a speech on taxes? A. Use graphs to explain tax rates B. Relate taxes to school supplies or allowance C. Discuss retirement tax laws D. Quote academic journals

Explain the difference between informative and persuasive speaking

Which is a problem with this supporting material: “According to several people in my class, parking is horrible”?

The goal of an informative speech is to: A) Persuade the audience to change B) Impart useful knowledge C) Entertain only D) Argue with listeners

What should be included in a verbal/oral citation?

Who is more credible for medical advice? A) A random celebrity B) A licensed doctor C) A classmate D) A blogger

Which of these is a good verbal transition? A) “First, second, third” B) “Um…” C) “Anyway…” D) Silence

What helps prevent information overload? A) Clear organization & simplicity B) More jargon C) Rapid speaking D) No examples