Visual Aids Rothwell Ch.11 Test Questions & Answers

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 1

1) The benefits of visual aids include that they can

a. clarify a difficult or complex point

b. gain the attention of an audience

c. increase the speaker’s credibility

d. all of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 2

2) To use visual aids effectively, a speaker should

a. face the visual aid

b. pass out the visual aid during the speech

c. put the visual aid out of sight when not referring to it

d. make visual aids complicated and detailed

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 3

3) The limitations associated with using objects as visual aids include that

a. some objects may be illegal

b. some objects are too large and bulky

c. live objects such as animals can be difficult to control

d. all of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 4

4) Drawings as visual aids are ineffective when they are

a. drawn by the speaker

b. sloppy and poorly drawn

c. used during the introduction to a speech

d. none of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 5

5) When using video clips during your 10-minute speech,

a. use only short clips

b. turn off the sound while explaining the video clip

c. be certain the clip is cued up

d. all of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 6

6) A bar graph

a. is a table that depicts statistics to make a point

b. is a circular graph divided into specific portions

c. is a depiction of a trend with a line illustrating a lengthy period of time

d. compares and contrasts two or more items or shows variation.

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 7

7) Common problems associated with using projection equipment include

a. unfamiliarity with the equipment

b. breakdowns before or during a speech

c. use of too many slides, transparencies, or other projected illustrations

d. all of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 8

8) Computer-assisted presentations have which of the following drawbacks?

a. They can be very time-consuming to prepare

b. Glitches may occur that could be a disaster if the speech is largely dependent on computer assistance (PowerPoint or YouTube access)

c. Presentations can become overly long and drag out meetings

d. All of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 9

9) You’re using a graph to illustrate an important point in your speech. You finish the point and prepare to move on to another point not illustrated by the graph. You should

a. cover the graph or remove it

b. stand in front of the graph so the graph doesn’t become a distraction

c. leave the graph visible to your audience in case you need to remind listeners of the point later in your speech

d. none of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 10

10) Drawbacks to using a chalkboard or whiteboard as a visual aid during a speech include

a. time spent drawing or writing on the board diminishes time spent giving the speech

b. chalk drawings are usually of poor quality

c. time delays occur if the chalk drawing is made prior to the speech

d. all of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 11

11) The Picture Superiority Effect refers to which of the following?

a. All PowerPoint slides should have visually interesting pictures

b. The power of visually interesting pictures to increase retention of information presented in PowerPoint slides

c. Using lots of animation effects to improve PowerPoint slides

d. Never using text in a PowerPoint slide when pictures are also presented on the slide

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 12

12) Which of the following would likely be an inappropriate visual aid for a speech in a standard-sized classroom (capacity: 30)?

a. A firearm

b. A machete

c. Five different types of racing bikes

d. All of the above

Type: multiple choice question

Title: Chapter 11, Question 13

13) You want to compare ten levels of median monthly income to median levels of experience in the corporate world. Which of the following visual aids would be an effective choice?

a. Pie graph

b. Bar graph

c. Drawing

d. All of the above

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 14

14) You bring in a sample of crack cocaine to use as a visual aid on a speech about drugs. This is a good visual aid for a classroom speech.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 15

15) You should never use a live animal as a visual aid for a speech.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 16

16) When objects are too large or too small to act as an effective visual aid, a model can be a useful alternative.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 17

17) A table is a graphic depiction such as a map.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 18

18) Never pass around a photo while speaking, even if the photo is too small to be a useful visual aid.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 19

19) PowerPoint slides should follow the “rule of seven.”

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 20

20) When using a poster board as a visual aid, it helps to decorate the margins with colorful ribbon, glitter, and other ornate decorations to invite interest.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 21

21) Always distribute any handouts before beginning your speech.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 22

22) In a 10-minute speech, video clips can be very effective if they are relatively long and not so short as to be useless.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 23

23) Most PowerPoint slides should have lots of creative, even humorous animation and colorful graphics to be effective.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 24

24) Visual aids are appropriate for any speech and should be used in any speech that you give.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 25

25) Never use yourself as a visual aid.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 26

26) A graph is a visual representation of statistics in an easily understood format.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 27

27) When presenting PowerPoint slides with lots of text, it is helpful to read the text on the slide for the audience.

a. True

b. False

Type: true-false

Title: Chapter 11, Question 28

28) It is best to list all points on your speech outline in a series of PowerPoint slides.

a. True

b. False