Deck 14: Designing and Delivering Oral and Online Presentations

Question 1

To keep an audience's attention,try to present every point in light of the audience's needs and values.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Establishing credibility quickly is vital;people tend to decide within a few minutes whether you're worth listening to.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

The three-step oral presentation process is just like the three-step writing process.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

The speaking outline is not an appropriate place to include cues for the use of visual aids.

Question 5

Developing the main idea of a presentation by using a "you" attitude helps keep the audience's attention and your points more relevant.

Question 6

In a formal speech,it is important to impress your audience by using obscure words.

Question 7

The main idea for a speech links your subject and purpose to the audience's frame of reference.

Question 8

When someone else introduces you or when introducing yourself it's important to mention your credentials and accomplishments.

Question 9

Having a logical order to your major points isn't necessary.

Question 10

The close of a presentation is the least important part.

Question 11

Organize short presentations the same way you would a letter or brief memo.

Question 12

Limit the number of main points to three or four-even when the speech or presentation is lengthy.

Question 13

It is important to know whether the audience is in-person or online.

Question 14

Giving your audience a preview of what you'll be talking about will reduce their interest and attention.

Question 15

Transitional words and sentences are less important in longer presentations.

Question 16

In general,you can use a casual style when speaking to small groups and large groups.

Question 17

It's a great idea to begin your presentation with humour especially if you are speaking to an audience that doesn't share the same language or culture.

Question 18

As a general guideline,when delivering a speech allow yourself at least eight minutes per slide.

Question 19

It's not as important to research your audience for an oral presentation as it is for a written message.

Question 20

Use the direct approach if your subject concerns bad news or persuasion.

Question 21

If the action you advocate in a speech is likely to be difficult,use the final summary to ensure that everyone understands each problem.

Question 22

It's often a good idea to repeat the question aloud to confirm your understanding and ensure that the entire audience heard it.

Question 23

There is no need to practice your presentation with the computer and projector equipment you will be using for your speech prior to the presentation since they all work the same way.

Question 24

Longer speeches and presentations are organized like ___________________

A)reports.
B)memos.
C)letters.
D)email messages.

Question 25

It's best to plan your close carefully so your audience leaves with your main idea "ringing in their ears."

Question 26

A good way to deal with nervousness about speaking is to practice,practice,and practice.

Question 27

A question-and-answer session isn't that important and should be included only if you have not filled the allotted time.

Question 28

Effective text visuals are clear,simple and help the audience to understand and remember your message.

Question 29

Speeches and oral presentations are much the same as written messages in that ___________________

A)they require similar planning.
B)the size of the groups to which they are delivered is similar.
C)the interaction between the audience and speaker is similar.
D)they deal with emotional or personal issues to a similar extent.

Question 30

Making a speech with the help of an outline or note cards is the most effective and easiest delivery mode.

Question 31

Using visual aids dramatically increases the audience's ability to absorb and remember information.

Question 32

The best way to prepare for a speech is to memorize the whole thing.

Question 33

When concluding a speech,don't bore your audience by restating points you already made in the body of the speech.

Question 34

When organizing a speech or presentation,your first step is to ___________________

A)develop an outline.
B)define the purpose and main idea.
C)write the introduction.
D)decide on the delivery style.

Question 35

Analyzing your audience helps you ___________________

A)determine and satisfy audience needs.
B)remember to keep your speech or oral presentation short.
C)define your purpose.
D)prepare a detailed,informative outline.

Question 36

The average speaker should spend ___________________ per slide.

A)3-4 minutes
B)10-12 minutes
C)1 minute
D)30 seconds

Question 37

When you prepare a speech or presentation,your first step should be ___________________

A)defining your purpose.
B)analyzing your situation.
C)planning the content,length,and style of your speech or presentation.
D)all of the above.

Question 38

In the right circumstances,"old school" technologies like chalkboards,whiteboards,and flipcharts can be valuable.

Question 39

Slide transitions control how one side replaces another.

Question 40

Even if parts of your speech have been downbeat,you should always try to close on a positive note.

Question 41

When selecting design elements for your visuals,contrasting colours _________________

A)decrease readability.
B)increase readability.
C)can be confusing.
D)usually include blue.

Question 42

Sans serif fonts are usually ___________________

A)more difficult to read than serif fonts.
B)offered in small sizes.
C)easier to read than serif fonts.
D)lower resolution than serif fonts.

Question 43

A question-and-answer period after a speech ___________________

A)is usually unnecessary.
B)is helpful only if the purpose of the speech is to motivate or entertain.
C)is one of the most important parts of any presentation.
D)is included only for small audiences.

Question 44

In both formal and informal presentations always ___________________

A)use the indirect approach.
B)remember that organization is not important.
C)choose your words carefully.
D)consider that speakers are separated from the audience by a lectern.

Question 45

During the first few minutes of your presentation it is vital to ___________________

A)discuss the three or four main points of your outline.
B)establish credibility.
C)ask for audience input.
D)boast about your qualifications.

Question 46

When preparing a detailed planning outline for your speech,keep in mind that ___________________

A)you may want to prepare a simpler speaking outline.
B)you should keep each item to two- to three-word descriptions of what you will say.
C)you can leave out all transitions.
D)this is not the place to include "stage directions."

Question 47

Using electronic presentation software ___________________

A)is too difficult for most speakers.
B)allows you to incorporate photos,sound,video,and animation into your presentations.
C)allows you to make each slide much more complicated than you would a visual for a printed report.
D)is all of the above.

Question 48

What is the medium of choice for most business situations?

A)Podcasts
B)Electronic slide presentations
C)Overhead transparencies
D)Chalkboards

Question 49

To hold your audience's attention during the body of your speech,___________________

A)make at least seven or eight main points.
B)include numerous abstract ideas.
C)relate your subject to your audience's needs.
D)do all of the above.

Question 50

If your speech or presentation requires the audience to reach a decision or take some specific action,___________________

A)go directly to the question-and-answer session after you cover the main points of your speech.
B)close your speech on a note of uncertainty.
C)close your speech by explaining who is responsible for doing what.
D)lead people to believe that the decision will be easy to carry out.

Question 51

As a well known expert,to have earned your audience's trust you need to ___________________

A)have outstanding credentials.
B)arouse the interest of the audience.
C)build credibility in your introduction.
D)list the points you will make in the main body of your speech.

Question 52

To arouse interest at the start of a speech it's important to ___________________

A)always start things off with a joke.
B)do something dramatic.
C)tease the audience by not mentioning specifically what you'll be talking about.
D)give the audience a reason to care and believe their time spent is worthwhile.

Question 53

"Now that we've reviewed the problem,let's take a look at some solutions" is an example of ___________________

A)a poor transition.
B)a good transition between major sections of a speech.
C)a small link between sentences or paragraphs in a speech.
D)the kind of wording that should never appear in a speech.

Question 54

The easiest and most effective delivery mode for most speakers is __________________

A)presenting in an online meeting.
B)speaking from notes with an outline.
C)Imaking mpromptu speeches.
D)using someone else's slides.

Question 55

If you're speaking to a small group,particularly people you already know ______________

A)use a casual style that encourages audience participation.
B)ask them to hold questions until the end of your presentation.
C)use formal language to build your credibility.
D)make sure you enforce the rules of no talking or cell phones.

Question 56

Which of the following is a good way to overcome speaking anxiety?

A)Prepare less material to avoid confusion.
B)Concentrate on your nervousness.
C)Know your subject.
D)Use big words to impress the audience.

Question 57

You always close your speech ___________________

A)on a positive note.
B)with "well,I guess that's it."
C)with something dramatic or flamboyant.
D)by introducing some new ideas for the audience to think about.

Question 58

Whenever possible,the most obvious and natural way to present is ________________.

A)by entertaining the audience.
B)with a resistant audience .
C)by using the direct approach.
D)by delivering a lengthy speech.

Question 59

When adapting visuals from a written report ___________________

A)eliminate anything that is not absolutely essential to the message.
B)just use larger versions of the graphics you would include in a written report.
C)try to include as many ideas as possible in each visual.
D)stick to line and bar charts.

Question 60

When you have covered all the main points in your speech,___________________

A)reinforce your theme by repeating and summarizing the key and supporting points.
B)wrap up as quickly as possible.
C)avoid using such phrases as "to sum it all up" and "in conclusion."
D)do all of the above.

Question 61

A(n)electronic presentation is a series of computerized slides.

Question 62

A presentation outline helps you plan your presentation like a written report .

Question 63

At the beginning of a speech,you need to establish credibility with your audience.

Question 64

Using "old school" visuals such as flip charts and slides can help you create audience interest,illustrate points,and increase your audience's ability to remember information.

Question 65

In a longer presentation,how does your purpose influence the way you organize your material?

Question 66

During a speech,take particular care to maintain eye contact with friendly audience members.

Question 67

Briefly explain the difference between a planning outline and a speaking outline.

Question 68

Longer presentations are organized like reports.

Question 69

What three tasks should an effective speech introduction accomplish?

Question 70

Transitions control how one slide replaces another in an electronic slide show.

Question 71

The introduction to your speech captures the audience's attention and inspires confidence.

Question 72

When making presentations to international audiences,language fluency might vary widely.List 5 tips for making presentations around the world.

Question 73

For a large audience and an important event,your tone will usually be formal .

Question 74

List two goals to achieve in the body of a business presentation.

Question 75

List the four steps involved in planning an oral presentation.

Question 76

Printed handouts are an efficient way to offer your audience additional material without overloading your slides with information.

Question 77

If you face a hostile question ___________________

A)be prepared to avoid it.
B)treat the questions as a joke and quickly change questioners.
C)Maintain a businesslike tone and expression.
D)turn the question into a question.

Question 78

The main idea of a speech is a you-oriented statement that points out how the audience can benefit from your subject and purpose.

Question 79

Hyperlinks instruct your computer to jump to another slide in your presentation,to a website,or to another program entirely.

Question 80

You can overcome anxiety by concentrating on your message and your audience,not on yourself.