FiltersDone

Question type

Essay

Multiple Choice

Short Answer

True False

Matching

Exam 12: Using Language  

Show Answer

Share

---

All types

Filters

Study FlashcardsPractice ExamLearn

Question 61

Multiple Choice

Review LaterAdd Note

Review Later

In her speech about classical ballet, Kyndra mentioned, but did not explain, the terms entrechat and arabesque. Since most oher listeners were unfamiliar with ballet, what error did Kyndra make in her use olanguage?

A) She did not use language appropriate to the occasion.
B) She did not use language appropriate to the topic.
C) She did not use language appropriate to the audience.
D) She did not use language appropriate to the setting.
E) She did not use language appropriate to the speaker.

Correct Answer

verified

Show Answer

Question 62

True/False

Review LaterAdd Note

Review Later

In dealing with technical topics, a speaker has little choice but to use technical language.

Correct Answer

verified

Show Answer

Question 63

Multiple Choice

Review LaterAdd Note

"He was the best in the outfield; he was the best at the plate; he was the best as a teammate" is an example of

Abstract words are easier to misinterpret than are concrete words.

The similar arrangement oa pair or series orelated words is a language device called _______________ .

Which othe following words is the most concrete and specific?

"Memories are like fingerprints-no two sets are ever the same" is an example of

A public speaker needs to use big words to impress the audience.

"Life is like a box ochocolates; you never know what you're going to get" is an example of

"My grandmother is the glue that holds our family together" is an example of

The _______________ meaning oa word includes all othe associations and feelings the word touches ofin different people, while the _______________ meaning oa word is best thought oas its dictionary definition.

Which othe following is discussed in your textbook as a basic criterion for the effective use olanguage in public speaking?

The _______________ meaning oa word is precise, literal, and objective, whereas the _______________ meaning oa word is variable, figurative, and subjective.

"He argued like a rabid dog, angry and unreasoning," is an example osimile.

"His smile flashed on and oflike a neon sign" is an example osimile.

"Ask not what your country can do for you; ask what you can do for your country" is an example of

"Our mission is to right wrong, to do justice, and to serve humanity" is an example of

As your textbook explains, connotative meaning gives words their __________ power.

Which othe following words is the most concrete and specific?

Which othe following is discussed in your textbook as a basic criterion for the effective use olanguage in public speaking?