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17–?1.31 Which of the following questions is most helpful in guiding research for a special occasion speech? a. What topics are debatable or controversial? b. What materials related to your audience might you need to help them celebrate, commemorate, be inspired, or be entertained? c. What research materials are best known to the audience? d. What subjects am I most knowledgeable about? 17–?1.32 Which of the following is NOT a common way to organize a special occasion speech? a. problem–?solution b. comparative c. chronological d. topical 17–?1.33 Most special occasion speeches will be delivered using the __________ method. a. impromptu b. memorized c. manuscript d. extemporaneous 17–?1.34 Joel is giving a commencement speech, which is rather long, but he needs to make sure he adheres to his time requirement. Which delivery method should Joel use? a. manuscript b. extemporaneous c. impromptu d. memorized 17–?1.35 Which of the following applies to special occasion speech evaluation? a. It does not matter if the special occasion speech contains an introduction or conclusion. b. The organizational style of all special occasion speeches is the same. c. Special occasionspeeches should use clear, vivid and appropriate language. d. Special occasion speeches are usually formally evaluated. 17–?1.36 A(n) __________ is a humorous tribute to a person. a. roast b. toast c. after–?dinner speech d. speech of inspiration 17–?1.37 Howie has been asked to present an award to a fellow Rotary Club member during a local meeting. In his speech, Howie should be sure to a. avoid mentioning other candidates for the award. b. focus on his own achievements and contributions. c. speak at length about the history of the group. d. explain the significance of the award. 17–?1.38 A speech presented upon a person’s death is called a(n) a. homage. b. toast. c. eulogy. d. salute. 17–?1.39 A __________ commemorates the lives of people, groups, institutions, or events. a. toast b. tribute c. roast d. eulogy 17–?1.40 An after–?dinner speech can be as short as two to three minutes or as long as a. 10 to 15 minutes. b. 20 to 30 minutes. c. 30 to 40 minutes. d. 40 to 50 minutes.