Read each question carefully and then select the best answer.
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The main points of a speech should bolster the |
| | A) | introduction. |
| | B) | conclusion. |
| | C) | central idea. |
| | D) | transitions. |
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Main points are illustrated, explained, or proved by means of |
| | A) | specific purpose statements. |
| | B) | support material. |
| | C) | central ideas. |
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Which one of the following is correctly written as a main point? |
| | A) | Before you can get a no-interest credit card, you must establish a good credit rating. |
| | B) | The importance of establishing and maintaining a good credit rating. |
| | C) | No-interest credit cards and a good credit rating. |
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Which one of the following uses parallel language? |
| | A) | Matilda loves swimming, bicycling, and she does aerobic dance. |
| | B) | Matilda loves swimming, bicycling, and aerobic dancing. |
| | C) | Matilda loves swimming, bicycling, and to do aerobic dance. |
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Which pattern would be the logical choice for a speech on the steps one should take to change oil in a car? |
| | A) | problem-solution |
| | B) | causal |
| | C) | spatial |
| | D) | chronological |
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Which pattern would be the logical choice for a speech on the outer appearance of an Aztec pyramid? |
| | A) | spatial |
| | B) | causal |
| | C) | topical |
| | D) | problem-solution |
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Which pattern would be the logical choice for a speech on why riots occur at some sports events? |
| | A) | spatial |
| | B) | chronological |
| | C) | causal |
| | D) | topical |
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Which pattern would be the logical choice for a speech on homeless people and what can be done to help them? |
| | A) | spatial |
| | B) | chronological |
| | C) | problem-solution |
| | D) | causal |
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Which pattern would be the logical choice for a speech on the three types of car insurance? |
| | A) | spatial |
| | B) | chronological |
| | C) | causal |
| | D) | topical |
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Which pattern would be the logical choice for a speech explaining why having a garden can enhance one's enjoyment of life? |
| | A) | statement-of-reasons |
| | B) | spatial |
| | C) | chronological |
| | D) | problem-solution |
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A speaker who says, "Now that we have seen the full extent of this problem, let's turn our attention to a solution that I think will work," is using which one of the following transitional devices? |
| | A) | spotlight |
| | B) | internal summary |
| | C) | signpost |
| | D) | bridge |
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A speaker who says, "So far I have explained that most job applicants who fail to get a job do so because of poor personal appearance," is using which one of the following transitional devices? |
| | A) | spotlight |
| | B) | internal summary |
| | C) | signpost |
| | D) | bridge |
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A speaker who says, "Here are three things you should do the next time you catch a cold," is using which one of the following transitional devices? |
| | A) | spotlight |
| | B) | internal summary |
| | C) | signpost |
| | D) | bridge |
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A speaker who says, "Now we come to the most important thing I have to tell you," is using which one of the following transitional devices? |
| | A) | spotlight |
| | B) | internal summary |
| | C) | signpost |
| | D) | bridge |
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Which part of the speech do many experienced speakers recommend that you create first? |
| | A) | title |
| | B) | introduction |
| | C) | body |
| | D) | conclusion |
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