Deck 19: Preparing and Giving Presentations

Question 1

Handouts can cause the speaker to lose momentum as they are distributed.

Answer 1

False

Question 2

Which moves are characteristic of the introduction of a presentation?

A) State the purpose of the presentation.
B) State your main point.
C) Stress the importance of the subject.
D) All of the above are correct.

Answer 2

D

Question 3

People attend presentations because they want to see you perform the material.

Answer 3

True

Question 4

Which of the following is not a useful guideline for using graphics in a presentation?

A) Keep tables small and simple.
B) Label each graphic with a title.
C) Clip art can decorate a slide.
D) Limit graphics to simple points.

Question 5

Prezis are becoming a popular web-based alternative to PowerPoint and other offline presentation software programs. Teachers and students can register for a free "Enjoy" account at HYPERLINK "http://prezi.com/" http://prezi.com/. Create a Prezi account and explore the features available to you. In a small group, discuss the similarities and differences between Prezi and the program that you have used in the past. Which do you like better? Why? Create a short Prezi about a topic of your choice. Be prepared to share your Prezi with the class.

Question 6

Find a 2-5 minute speech on a topic of interest on Focus on the presenter's body language. Write a memo to your instructor explaining how well the speaker controlled his or her body language. Discuss all seven of the body language guidelines found in

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a consideration when creating a visual format?

A) Title each slide with an action-orienting heading.
B) Use all uppercase letters because they are easier to read.
C) Use lists instead of sentences or paragraphs.
D) Use left-justified text in most cases.

Question 8

Which of the following tactics is NOT a productive way to handle a hostile question?

A) Validate the question.
B) Invite a conversation.
C) Rephrase the question.
D) Elaborate and move forward.

Question 9

According to

A) subject, purpose, main point
B) subject, your name, timeline of presentation
C) your name, title of presentation, graphic
D) your name, purpose, bulleted talking points

Question 10

How many items should you divide your subject into?

A) one or two
B) two to five
C) seven to ten
D) It doesn't matter how many items you divide your subject into.

Question 11

Which pattern is most effective for proposing new ideas?

A) comparison and contrast
B) causes and effects
C) methods, results, discussion
D) problem, need, solution

Question 12

Which of the following statements about allotting your presentation time is true?

A) Longer presentations allow for substantially longer introductions and conclusions.
B) You should budget for all of the time available.
C) You should always spend the same amount of time on each of your main points.
D) You should leave yourself some extra time.

Question 13

Which of the following is not a basic organizing pattern for the body of the presentation?

A) forecast
B) spatial
C) description of functions
D) None of these is correct.

Question 14

What three strategies can help you overcome a fear of speaking in public?

Question 15

You should never rely on an iPod, MP3 player, or mobile phone for giving a presentation.

Question 16

What is a grabber?

A) a tool that allows you to change pages on a flip chart
B) an assistant that helps facilitate your presentation
C) an interesting or challenging statement intended to capture the audience's attention
D) a presentation remote control used with a digital projector