Question 1

Only longer special occasion speeches need an introduction and conclusion.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Noelle gave a moving toast at her parent's silver anniversary dinner. What is the purpose of this speech?

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A)   to inspire
B)   to entertain
C)   to commemorate
D)   to celebrate

Question 3

Even the briefest special occasion speech will begin with a(n) _______________ .

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The answer of Even the briefest special occasion speech will...

Question 4

The process of special occasion speaking focuses on understanding the audience.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

List three guidelines for writing a toast or roast.

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Guidelines include: Be sure to reflect t...

Question 6

Which of the following questions is most helpful in guiding research for a special occasion speech?

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A)   What topics are debatable or controversial?
B)   What materials related to your audience might you need to help them celebrate, commemorate, be inspired, or be entertained?
C)   What research materials are best known to the audience?
D)   What subjects am I most knowledgeable about?

Question 7

When analyzing the audience for special occasion speaking, speakers need to consider all of the following EXCEPT

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A)   general characteristics.
B)   ethos.
C)   size.
D)   special needs.

Question 8

A speech paying tribute to veterans of the Vietnam War would have the general purpose to

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A)   entertain.
B)   celebrate.
C)   inspire.
D)   commemorate.

Question 9

Which of the following speeches is the best example of a special occasion speech?

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A)   oral report on the United Nations
B)   after-dinner speech at banquet
C)   candidate's speech at a rally
D)   sales presentation

Question 10

A(n) ____________ is a humorous tribute to a person.

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A)   roast
B)   toast
C)   after-dinner speech
D)   speech of inspiration

Question 11

Which speeches have the general purpose to celebrate?

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Toasts, roasts, introductions,...

Question 12

What are some guidelines for writing the central idea for a special occasion speech?

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For longer speeches such as a keynote ad...

Question 13

Which of the following applies to special occasion speech evaluation?

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A)   It does not matter if the special occasion speech contains an introduction or conclusion.
B)   The organizational style of all special occasion speeches is the same.
C)   Special occasion speeches should use clear, vivid and appropriate language.
D)   Special occasion speeches are usually formally evaluated.

Question 14

Nate gave the eulogy at his best friend's funeral. His speech, therefore, had the general purpose to

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A)   commemorate.
B)   convince.
C)   celebrate.
D)   inspire.

Question 15

A toast or a roast has the general purpose to

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A)   inspire.
B)   commemorate.
C)   entertain.
D)   celebrate.

Question 16

A speech presented upon a person's death is called a(n)

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A)   homage.
B)   toast.
C)   eulogy.
D)   salute.

Question 17

What are two questions you can use to guide your research for the special occasion speech?

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Are there special issues involved which ...

Question 18

An after-dinner speech can be as short as two to three minutes or as long as

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A)   10 to 15 minutes.
B)   20 to 30 minutes.
C)   30 to 40 minutes.
D)   40 to 50 minutes.

Question 19

Jocelyn gave a eulogy at her grandmother's funeral. Hergeneral purpose was to _______________ .

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The answer of Jocelyn gave a eulogy at her grandmother's...

Question 20

Special occasion speaking is considered to be

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A)   "one size fits all" public speaking.
B)   the most creative type of public speaking.
C)   mostly impromptu in nature.
D)   unaffected by the audience or the occasion.

Exam 17: Speeches for Special Events

List three guidelines for writing a toast or roast.

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Which of the following speeches is the best example of a special occasion speech?

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Which of the following applies to special occasion speech evaluation?

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When analyzing the audience for special occasion speaking, speakers need to consider all of the following EXCEPT

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Even the briefest special occasion speech will begin with a(n) _______________ .

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A speech paying tribute to veterans of the Vietnam War would have the general purpose to

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What are two questions you can use to guide your research for the special occasion speech?

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A(n) ____________ is a humorous tribute to a person.

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Which speeches have the general purpose to celebrate?

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Only longer special occasion speeches need an introduction and conclusion.

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Jocelyn gave a eulogy at her grandmother's funeral. Hergeneral purpose was to _______________ .

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The process of special occasion speaking focuses on understanding the audience.

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