Exam 11: Developing Your Professional Presentations

Explain how to use illustrations effectively during a presentation.

Marianna was tasked with delivering a presentation to a group of freshman college students at 8am on a Saturday morning.When she discovered this,she immediately started brainstorming for ways to liven up the presentation and keep her energy level high.Which element of analyzing your audience is Marianna taking into account?

Arranging your ideas from least important to the most important is referred to as .

Before Margie went to an important meeting with a potential customer,she decided to spend some time inquiring about her audience.She discovered that her audience was primarily males,that they are all from the United States,they all have master's degrees,and that the average age is approximately 55 years old.Margie was .

Paul's training class is shifting in their seats,not looking at him,and tapping their fingers.Paul should respond by asking someone in the audience to summarize his main points or start using the whiteboard as a visual aid.

An example of a nonverbal transition is movement.

When choosing illustrations to deliver during your presentation,it is important to use illustrations that are the exception rather than the norm.

List and describe five specific tips for building your confidence when giving a speech.

Which of the following is given as a suggestion when using descriptions and explanations in your speech?

If you want to inform your audience about the four dangers of not investing in a 401k,you should utilize a topical organizational pattern.

During Abbie's presentation on conflict management,she looked at the audience and said,"Imagine that you have just received a call from one of your superiors.This person is extremely upset at you and is using very harsh words to describe your performance on a project.However,this superior has been misinformed and all of the issues she is listing are no longer relevant.How would you go about explaining your position to this superior?" Abbie's statement is an example of a .

When using a literal analogy,be certain that the two things you compare are very similar so that listeners can immediately see the connection.

Jarno delivered his persuasive presentation on the dangers of drunk driving.He started his presentation by first proving that drunk driving is a problem,and he finished his presentation by providing a solution that will help alleviate the problem.Which organizational pattern did Jarno utilize when delivering his presentation?

Sally is preparing to deliver a presentation to a group of clients.Because of time constraints,she wants to limit the amount of interaction.How should Sally arrange her space?

When preparing for his presentation,James focused on how his audience might react to his presentation.James also rehearsed standing up,walking to the front of the room,and practicing his presentation out loud.What two tips for building your confidence did James utilize?

The first statement of the main ideas of a presentation which is usually presented in conjunction with or as part of the central idea is referred to as a(n) .

Carl knows that he will be facing a hostile audience when he delivers his presentation on nuclear energy.Thus,he decides to start with an idea that he is certain that the audience agrees with before he moves on to move controversial topics.Which principle is Carl utilizing?

Describe the characteristics of an effective central idea and provide an example of an effective and ineffective central idea.

List and describe different nonverbal cues to look for in order to assess your audience's interest as you are delivering your presentation.

What is the main purpose of an introduction? List and explain the five functions of an effective introduction.