Communication and Public Speaking Flashcards
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What is the term for the fear of public speaking?
Answer: Glossophobia
Glossophobia is the intense fear of public speaking, one of the most commonly reported phobias.
Which type of communication uses body language, facial expressions, and gestures?
Answer: Nonverbal communication
Nonverbal communication conveys messages through physical cues including posture, eye contact, gestures, and facial expressions.
What does 'active listening' primarily involve?
Answer: Fully concentrating on and engaging with the speaker's message
Active listening means giving full attention to the speaker, understanding their message, and providing feedback to show comprehension.
In the communication process model, what is 'noise'?
Answer: Any interference that distorts or interrupts a message
Noise refers to any internal or external factor that interferes with the accurate transmission and reception of a message.
What is the purpose of an introduction in a public speech?
Answer: To capture attention and preview the main points
The introduction grabs the audience's attention, establishes the speaker's credibility, and provides an overview of the speech's main points.
What is ethos in rhetoric?
Answer: An appeal based on the speaker's credibility or character
Ethos is one of Aristotle's three modes of persuasion, referring to the speaker's ability to establish trust and credibility with the audience.