Question

read pages 5 - 8 and answer the following questions.

1. what is the role of a speaker during a presentation of an award?

a) to discuss their own achievements
b) to emphasize the significance of the award and the recipients worthiness
c) to entertain the audience with jokes
d) to provide detailed instructions

1. in an acceptance speech, it is important for the recipient to:

a) criticize the award giver
b) show modesty and express gratitude
c) focus solely on their own accomplishments
d) avoid thanking anyone

1. what is a common feature of commemorative speeches?

a) they are mainly instructional.
b) they focus on the speakers biography.
c) they honor a person, organization, or occasion.
d) they are typically very lengthy.

1. which of the following is a characteristic of a toast?

a) it lasts for over ten minutes.
b) it is usually given in a formal setting only.
c) it is meant to critique the honored individual.
d) it is a brief set of remarks delivered while holding a drink.

1. what should a eulogy ideally do?

a) focus on the speakers personal experiences
b) recognize the deceased and comfort the audience
c) criticize the deceaseds life decisions
d) provide a detailed biography of the speaker

1. what is a primary goal of after - dinner speeches?

a) to entertain and inspire the audience
b) to present complex arguments
c) to address serious issues only
d) to provide detailed instructions

Explanation:

1. During an award presentation, the speaker's role is to highlight the award's significance and the recipient's worthiness.
2. In an acceptance speech, showing modesty and expressing gratitude is key.
3. Commemorative speeches honor a person, organization, or occasion.
4. A toast is a brief set of remarks delivered while holding a drink.
5. A eulogy should recognize the deceased and comfort the audience.
6. The primary goal of after - dinner speeches is to entertain and inspire the audience.

Answer:

1. B. To emphasize the significance of the award and the recipient's worthiness
2. B. Show modesty and express gratitude
3. C. They honor a person, organization, or occasion
4. D. It is a brief set of remarks delivered while holding a drink
5. B. Recognize the deceased and comfort the audience
6. A. To entertain and inspire the audience