Question 1

When preparing electronic slides, inexperienced presenters tend to
A) incorporate fewer special effects than they should.
B) add too many special effects.
C) become frustrated by complicated software such as Microsoft PowerPoint.
D) do none of the above.

Accepted Answer

Inexperienced presenters often add too many special effects, thinking it will enhance their presentation, but it can actually distract from the content.

Question 2

An advantage of overhead transparencies is
A) they are easy to prepare.
B) they are easy to edit and change.
C) they allow you to move around the room during your presentation.
D) they do all of the above.

Accepted Answer

A

Question 3

A disadvantage of overhead transparencies is
A) they are expensive to produce.
B) they must be replaced if content changes.
C) they must be shown in the dark.
D) the projection equipment is not easily available.

Accepted Answer

Overhead transparencies need to be replaced if the content changes, as they are static and cannot be easily updated.

Question 4

Inexperienced presenters tend to use
A) too few special effects on their slides.
B) too many special effects on their slides.
C) about the right amount of special effects on their slides.
D) no special effects on their slides.

Accepted Answer

Inexperienced presenters often overuse special effects in an attempt to make their presentations more engaging, which can be distracting.

Question 5

To make your text slides more readable
A) limit the content to about 40 words.
B) use short bulleted phrases.
C) use the active voice.
D) do all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Limiting content, using short bulleted phrases, and using the active voice all contribute to making text slides more readable.

Question 6

When it comes to using color in your slides, keep in mind that
A) color can increase the viewer's willingness to read a slide by up to 80 percent.
B) color tends to distract viewers, which reduces their retention of the material.
C) you should use as many colors as possible to maintain viewer interest.
D) your choices are not that important as long as your slides are colorful.

Accepted Answer

Color can make slides more engaging and improve readability, increasing the viewer's willingness to read the content.

Question 7

In a presentation designed to excite your audience about a new product, the best colors to use
Would be
A) blues and purples.
B) greens and browns.
C) reds and oranges.
D) complementary colors.

Accepted Answer

Reds and oranges are warm, energetic colors that can create excitement and draw attention, making them suitable for presentations aimed at generating enthusiasm.

Question 8

When using builds, you should
A) limit them to text; they are not appropriate for graphics.
B) vary the direction, sometimes going from top to bottom and sometimes going from left to right.
C) reveal information in a way that helps your audience better understand your message.
D) do all of the above.

Accepted Answer

Builds should be used to reveal information in a way that enhances audience understanding, focusing on clarity and message delivery rather than arbitrary variation or limitation to text.

Question 9

The best way to introduce a slide is to
A) show the slide, then start talking about the topic on the slide without formally introducing it.
B) show the slide, then say "The next slide illustrates . . ."
C) not to say anything about it before showing it.
D) do so before you show it.

Accepted Answer

Introducing the slide before showing it helps the audience understand the context and purpose of the slide, making the presentation more coherent and engaging.

Question 10

Sending preview study materials prior to an online presentation
A) wastes valuable time and can diminish your credibility.
B) is rarely necessary.
C) is particularly helpful when presenting complicated or unfamiliar material.
D) teases your audience-it's better to send the entire thing so they can view it before you actually present it.

Accepted Answer

Sending preview study materials is helpful for audiences to familiarize themselves with complex or unfamiliar content, enhancing understanding and engagement during the presentation.

Question 11

Visual aids can improve learning by up to 400 percent because humans can process visuals 60,000 times faster than text.

Accepted Answer

Visual aids can improve learning by up to 400 percent because humans can process visuals 60,000 times faster than text.

Question 12

Speakers who use visuals are perceived as being more knowledgeable than speakers who don't  use visual aids.

Accepted Answer

Research suggests that using visual aids can enhance a speaker's credibility and make them appear more knowledgeable, as visuals help to clarify and reinforce the spoken message.

Question 13

Major disadvantages of electronic presentations are the high cost of the display equipment and  the tendency of poorly designed special effects to distract from the content of the presentation.

Accepted Answer

Electronic presentations can be costly due to the need for advanced display equipment, and poorly designed special effects can indeed distract the audience from the main content.

Question 14

Overhead transparencies are impossible to edit once you've printed them.

Accepted Answer

Overhead transparencies are a type of transparency film that is used to create visual aids for presentations. They are typically printed with a laser printer or copier, and once they are printed, they cannot be edited. This is because the ink used to print on overhead transparencies is permanent and cannot be erased or changed.

Question 15

The advantages of overhead transparencies are that they are inexpensive, easy to create, and  simple to use.

Accepted Answer

Overhead transparencies are cost-effective, can be quickly produced with basic materials, and require minimal technical skills to operate with an overhead projector.

Question 16

A good rule of thumb is to put all your text in 12- and 14-point type for electronic  presentations.

Accepted Answer

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Question 17

When it comes to using special effects in electronic presentations, the biggest challenge is  overcoming the tendency to use too many of these features.

Accepted Answer

The overuse of special effects can distract from the main message and overwhelm the audience, making it a common challenge in creating effective presentations.

Question 18

When presenting slides, it is best to introduce the slide before showing it.

Accepted Answer

It is considered good practice to introduce the slide before showing it to provide context and prepare the audience for the information to be presented.

Question 19

One of the worst mistakes you can make when delivering a presentation is reading their slides  to the audience word for word.

Accepted Answer

Reading slides word for word can disengage the audience and make the presentation less dynamic and engaging.

Question 20

Even for important presentations, any more than three practice runs is counterproductive.

Accepted Answer

The number of practice runs needed for a presentation can vary depending on the individual's familiarity with the material, comfort level, and the importance of the presentation. More than three practice runs can be beneficial for refining delivery and boosting confidence.

Quiz 17: Enhancing Presentations With Slides and Other Visuals

When preparing electronic slides, inexperienced presenters tend to

An advantage of overhead transparencies is

A disadvantage of overhead transparencies is

Inexperienced presenters tend to use

To make your text slides more readable

When it comes to using color in your slides, keep in mind that

In a presentation designed to excite your audience about a new product, the best colors to use Would be

When using builds, you should

The best way to introduce a slide is to

Sending preview study materials prior to an online presentation

Visual aids can improve learning by up to 400 percent because humans can process visuals 60,000 times faster than text.

Speakers who use visuals are perceived as being more knowledgeable than speakers who don't use visual aids.

Major disadvantages of electronic presentations are the high cost of the display equipment and the tendency of poorly designed special effects to distract from the content of the presentation.

Overhead transparencies are impossible to edit once you've printed them.

The advantages of overhead transparencies are that they are inexpensive, easy to create, and simple to use.

A good rule of thumb is to put all your text in 12- and 14-point type for electronic presentations.

When it comes to using special effects in electronic presentations, the biggest challenge is overcoming the tendency to use too many of these features.

When presenting slides, it is best to introduce the slide before showing it.

One of the worst mistakes you can make when delivering a presentation is reading their slides to the audience word for word.

Even for important presentations, any more than three practice runs is counterproductive.