Writer's Choice Grade 8

Unit 26: Listening and Speaking


1.	Some speakers may try to persuade audiences with _________ speeches.
		A)	biased
		B)	objective


2.	A telephone conversation is an example of ________ speech.
		A)	formal
		B)	informal


3.	Presenting someone to another person or to an audience is called an ________.
		A)	introduction
		B)	announcement


4.	Correct order is all-important when explaining a/an ________.
		A)	announcement
		B)	process


5.	Speakers will try to sway you to their point of view through ________ speaking.
		A)	informal
		B)	persuasive


6.	Focusing on your ________ can help you feel less nervous.
		A)	audience
		B)	mistakes


7.	For thousands of years, people have used ________ to pass on their history and culture.
		A)	storytelling
		B)	interviewing


8.	Presenting an oral report is an example of ________ speaking.
		A)	formal
		B)	informal


9.	Maintaining _______ helps people feel involved in what you are saying.
		A)	gestures
		B)	eye contact


10.	After you've presented a report, it's a good idea to ask the audience for _______.
		A)	questions
		B)	summaries