Deck 13: Presentational Aids

Question 1

Musical clips from CDs and iTunes, recorded clips from conversations, and interviews are examples of _____.

A)visual aids 
B)audio aids 
C)ergonomic aids 
D)ergogenic aids

Answer 1

B

Question 2

Photographs can be used as a visual aid: 

A)when an exact reproduction of material is needed.
B)when there is a lot of information to be presented.
C)when relationship between one or two variables has to be shown.
D)when numerical information has to be presented.

Answer 2

A

Question 3

In the context of presentational aids, which of the following is a disadvantage of distributing handouts? 

A)They signal lack of preparation.
B)They can distract an audience away from your speech.
C)They can be used only with an audience of 30 people or fewer.
D)They do not reach an entire audience.

Answer 3

B

Question 4

Harrison is preparing a speech on the architecture of the Great Wall of ChinAs bringing the actual object to the speech location is impossible, the most similar alternative that Harrison can use is a _____.

A)flow chart 
B)bar graph 
C)model 
D)document camera

Question 5

In the context of displaying presentational aids, which of the following is a disadvantage of using chalkboards? 

A)They are difficult and take time to prepare.
B)They cannot be used for short items of information.
C)They signal lack of preparation by a speaker.
D)They cannot be written on prior to a speech.

Question 6

For a speech, Jack wants to compare the popularity of social networking sites among men, women, and children.In this scenario, which of the following visual aids would be effective to display this information? 

A)Flow chart 
B)Bar graph 
C)Model 
D)Map

Question 7

Daria is preparing a speech on the human heart.She wants to show her audience the cross section of a human heart and label its parts.In this scenario, she can use a: 

A)pie chart.
B)flow chart.
C)line graph.
D)diagram.

Question 8

Victoria is a history teacher.In one of her lectures on feudalism, she wants to explain the medieval feudal hierarchy.In this scenario, which of the following presentational aids will suit Victoria's purpose? 

A)Line graph 
B)Organizational chart 
C)Bar graph 
D)Actual object

Question 9

Which of the following is a guideline to be followed while preparing presentational aids? 

A)Present all the supporting materials you researched without simplifying them.
B)Use complete sentences instead of phrases or keywords.
C)No blank space should be left around the visuals.
D)Use typefaces and indenting to represent relationship between ideas.

Question 10

_____ are inanimate or animate physical samples of the idea being communicate d.

A)Models 
B)Audio clips 
C)Actual objects 
D)Graphs

Question 11

Which of the following is a disadvantage of using a computer and projector as presentational aids? 

A)Equipment failure in the last minute could ruin the entire presentation.
B)Many people consider using a computer and projector to be unprofessional.
C)Audience generally have trouble focusing on computer screens.
D)Speaker's credibility can be damaged or questioned.

Question 12

Sensory aids: 

A)enhance a speech using a combination of sight and sound.
B)enhance a speech by allowing audience members to see what you are describing or explaining.
C)enhance a verbal message through sound.
D)include materials that enhance your ideas by appealing to smell, touch, or taste.

Question 13

Which of the following is true of using presentational aids? 

A)They address diverse learning style preferences of an audience.
B)They make the speakers feel powerless and dependent on the aids they use.
C)They undermine the verbal message of a speaker.
D)They compensate for a speaker's lack of knowledge or competence.

Question 14

Which of the following is true of line graphs? 

A)They use horizontal or vertical bars to show relationship among variables.
B)They use slices or wedges to present information.
C)They represent changes in variables over time.
D)They overwhelm the verbal message of a speaker.

Question 15

Which of the following is true of audio aids? 

A)They can be entirely substituted for a speech.
B)They can be used when a sound cannot be described.
C)They can be used for almost half of the speaking time.
D)They can be used as attention catcher but not as clinchers.

Question 16

Marsha is preparing a speech on metals.She wants to explain the steps involved in the extraction of metals from their ores.In this case, which of the following would be an appropriate visual aid? 

A)A flow chart 
B)A line graph 
C)A bar graph 
D)A pie chart

Question 17

During her presentation on conserving water, Samantha plays a graphic video clip of construction of dams.In this scenario, Samantha is using _____.

A)mobility aids 
B)ergonomic aids 
C)ergogenic aids 
D)audiovisual aids

Question 18

A _____ refers to a large pad of paper mounted on an easel.

A)bar chart 
B)line graph 
C)flip chart 
D)bar graph

Question 19

Which of the following is true of a professional-looking presentational aid? 

A)It enhances a speaker's perceived competence and credibility.
B)It should refrain from using simple presentational aids.
C)It should overwhelm the speaker's message.
D)It should increase the reading required of the audience.

Question 20

Which of the following is true of presentational aids? 

A)Rare or unique presentational aids should be used without considering the cost.
B)They should be used to clarify complex ideas.
C)They should be very large in size.
D)One should use as many presentational aids as possible.

Question 21

Information should be written on flip charts prior to giving a speech.

Question 22

Movie clips, television shows, and podcasts are all examples of _________.
A.mobility aids
B.ergonomic aids
C.audiovisual aids
D.olfactory aids

Question 23

Explain a handout.Discuss the advantage and disadvantage of passing presentational aids around to audience members.Suggest two alternatives to handouts.

Question 24

While preparing presentational aids, fancy print styles can be used in slides for highlighting information.

Question 25

Define audio aids and audio visual aids.

Question 26

You are giving a speech about Hurricane Sandy.Give an example of how you could effectively use each of these in the speech: (1) a bar graph, (2) a pie chart, (3) photographs, (4) an audio recording.(You may use sample numbers to explain, if needed).

Question 27

A _________ uses symbols and connecting lines to diagram the progression through a complicated process.
A.flow chart
B.bar graph
C.line graph
D.flip chart

Question 28

A model is a graphic representation that distills a lot of information into an easily interpreted visual format.

Question 29

A recorded excerpt from a radio program is an example of an _________.
A.ergogenic aid
B.ergonomic aid
C.audio aid
D.actual object

Question 30

Presentational aids should be chosen such that they demonstrate cultural sensitivity and not offend members of your audience.

Question 31

Presentational aids are a form of primary source.

Question 32

_________ constitute the easiest method for displaying simple visual drawings, charts, maps, photos, and graphs.
A.Models
B.PowerPoint presentations
C.Posters
D.Computerized slideshows

Question 33

A _________ indicates the changes in one or more variables over time.
A.pie chart
B.bar graph
C.line graph
D.map