Chapter 1

Question 1

What are the similarities between public speaking and conversation?

Answer 1

Organizing thoughts logically, tailoring the message to the audience, and telling a story for maximum impact

Question 2

What are the three key differences between public speaking and conversation?

Answer 2

Public speaking is more formal, requires structure, and less feedback

Question 3

What is stage fright and how can it be managed?

Answer 3

Stage fright is the anxiety over giving a speech. It can be managed by practice, deep breathing and visualization.

Question 4

What are the seven components of the speech communication process?

Answer 4

Speaker, listener, interference, message, situation, feedback, channel

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