Choose the option that best completes the following sentence.

A speaker delivering a speech from a manuscript should follow all of the following guidelines EXCEPT _____________.

Choose the word or phrase that best completes the following sentence. The term ______________ refers to the distractions that listeners often contend with, and may include lack of knowledge about the speaker's topic, headaches, and preoccupation with problems unrelated to the speech.

Choose the word that best completes the following sentence. A presentation on a five-step process for making a banana cream pie would be an example of a/an ______________ speech.

Choose the word or phrase that best completes the following sentence. In a public speaking situation, the communication cycle includes all of the following components except ______________ .

Choose the word or phrase that best completes the following sentence. A presentation entitled 'The Eating Habits of Screech Owls' would be an example of a/an ______________ speech.

Which of the following statements regarding the preparation and use of slides is/are TRUE?

Showing that you are familiar with the company while conveying enthusiasm and energy during the interview will help the interviewer see you in a positive light.

A ______ provides a summary of what you have learned or accomplished.

______ questions introduce a topic or area for exploration.

The interviewee has more freedom of expression with closed interview questions.

Anticipating potential questions you may be asked during the interview will allow you to formulate possible responses.