Oral Communication and Media Flashcards

A student is giving an oral presentation and notices the audience looks confused. What is the BEST immediate response?

Answer: Pause and ask if the audience has questions or needs clarification

Pausing to check for understanding and inviting questions directly addresses audience confusion in real time.

Which element is MOST important when adapting a speech for a younger audience?

Answer: Simplifying vocabulary and using relatable examples

Adapting vocabulary and examples to the audience's experience level ensures comprehension and engagement.

In media literacy, 'bias' refers to:

Answer: A preference or prejudice that influences how information is presented

Bias is a slant or prejudice that shapes how a media producer selects and frames information.

Which technique helps a speaker avoid filler words like 'um' and 'uh'?

Answer: Practicing pausing deliberately instead of filling silence

Deliberate pausing gives speakers time to think and prevents the habit of inserting filler sounds.

A podcast is BEST described as:

Answer: A digital audio program available for streaming or download on demand

Podcasts are episodic digital audio files distributed online that listeners can access on demand.

Which of the following is an example of a non-verbal communication cue during a speech?

Answer: Maintaining eye contact with the audience

Eye contact is a non-verbal cue that conveys confidence and engagement without using words.

When evaluating a media source, 'currency' refers to:

Answer: How recently the information was published or updated

Currency in source evaluation means checking how up-to-date the information is for the topic at hand.