Deck 16: Creating and Delivering Online and Oral Presentations

Question 1

When checking the location of your presentation in advance, it is important to pay attention to

A) seating arrangements.
B) the availability of equipment such as a laptop.
C) whether the venue offers a permanent projection system.
D) all of the above

Answer 1

all of the above

Question 2

When your allotted time is up, you can prepare your audience for the end by

A) beginning to pack your materials.
B) refusing to acknowledge those who wish to speak.
C) saying that you will take one more question.
D) waving good-bye and leaving the podium.

Answer 2

saying that you will take one more question.

Question 3

Most speakers can comfortably deliver at least 200 words per minute.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

The more you interact with the audience during your presentation, the less control you have.

Question 5

If you are addressing a large audience on a controversial topic, a good way to arouse their interest is to encourage comments from the audience during the introduction of your presentation.

Question 6

Audiences tend to decide within only a few minutes whether or not someone is worth listening to.

Question 7

The finale of an effective presentation should be carefully staged.

Question 8

As you end your presentation, it is best to avoid obvious clues such as, "In conclusion" or "To sum it all up."

Question 9

People who speak with lower vocal tones at a slightly faster than average rate are perceived as being more credible.

Question 10

The ____________________ to your speech must capture the audience's attention.

Question 11

A good introduction gives the audience a (an) ____________________ of what's ahead in your speech.

Question 12

In the body of your presentation, it is vital to hold your audience's ____________________.

Question 13

During a presentation, take particular care to maintain eye ____________________ with your audience.

Question 14

The ____________________ and ____________________ period following a presentation gives you a chance to build enthusiasm for your point of view, work in material that didn't fit into the formal presentation, and obtain important feedback from your audience.

Question 15

What two steps help you define the main idea of your presentation?

Question 16

Briefly describe the three tasks that an effective closing to a presentation should accomplish.