Deck 10: Verbal and Visual Support in Presentations

Question 1

Which of the following was NOT presented as a guideline for citing sources during a presentation?

A) After you state the quotation, explain why the material is important for members of your audience.
B) Your quotations should come from sources who are credible to your audience.
C) Wait until the end of the speech to list the sources of all your quotations.
D) Identify the source of the quotation out loud in the speech, just before or just after you read the quotation.

Answer 1

C
Explanation: Identify the source of the quotation out loud in the speech, just before or just after you read the quotation.

Question 2

All of the following are true about statistics EXCEPT:

A) Most statistics are collections of examples reduced to numerical form.
B) Statistics should not be rounded off because this would make them inaccurate.
C) When you use statistics accurately, you show that you are well informed.
D) Statistics are a common form of support in business presentations.

Answer 2

B
Explanation: Statistics should be rounded off if they are at all complex or confusing.

Question 3

According to research cited in the text,the impact of a presentation is greater if the material is presented

A) orally only.
B) visually only.
C) both visually and orally.
D) It doesn't make any difference whether the material is presented orally, visually, or both.

Answer 3

C
Explanation: The impact of a presentation is greater if the material is presented both visually and verbally.

Question 4

Your text identifies all of the following as possible ways to define a word EXCEPT:

A) cite a dictionary definition of the word.
B) explain the origin of the word.
C) identify what the word does not mean.
D) substitute an acronym for the word.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a function of supporting material?

A) to make abstract concept more understandable
B) to make your presentation more convincing
C) to make a claim
D) to provide evidence in support of a claim

Question 6

Carter delivered a presentation about the need to change your car's oil on schedule.In his speech,Carter compared driving a car with dirty oil to walking a mile with small bits of gravel in your socks.This comparison illustrates a type of supporting material called a(n)

A) analogy.
B) story.
C) example.
D) characteristic.

Question 7

Which types of story can be used to add interest to a presentation?

A) factual
B) hypothetical
C) fictional
D) all of the above

Question 8

All of the following are guidelines for the use of supporting material as "proof" EXCEPT

A) use information from others to back up your claims, you need to cite the source.
B) use information from credible sources
C) supporting material makes your presentation more convincing
D) you can probably achieve your speech goal without citing supporting evidence.

Question 9

During her presentation to the board of directors,Nadia showed a slide with two graphs,side by side.One graph showed her company's current outcomes.The second graph depicted the outcomes of a similar company that had adopted the GoQuickly Training Program for its employees.Which type of support was Nadia using to make her point more memorable?

A) quotation
B) story
C) definition
D) comparison

Question 10

Anita wants to encourage her classmates to read their textbooks thoroughly.To support her point,she says,"Some students think of a book as a heavy object that weighs down a backpack; other students think of a book as an expensive bill that needs to be paid at the beginning of each semester.But we can also think of a book as the key to a world of new ideas." Anita is defining a book by _______.

A) etymology
B) negation
C) describing its various connotations
D) quoting experts

Question 11

Liam was giving a persuasive presentation to his class about the need to increase recycling efforts in the United States.To support his main point,he provided a hypothetical account of what he expected the world to look like in 50 years if recycling efforts were not stepped up.Which of the following forms of verbal support is Liam using during his presentation?

A) quotation
B) story
C) statistic
D) definition

Question 12

According to the text,stories are effective forms of verbal support because they allow you to create a situation that illustrates the point you are making to the audience.All of the following are guidelines to consider when you include a story in a presentation except:

A) The story should be appropriate for the audience.
B) The story should be brief and get right to the point.
C) Only use stories that support the point you are making.
D) A humorous story is effective even if it isn't relevant to your speech.

Question 13

Which of the following was NOT presented as a guideline for using quotations during a presentation?

A) Use lengthy quotations often, always keeping their original form.
B) Cite the source of the quotation to add credibility to your presentation.
C) Quotations are most effective if the audience recognizes the name of the person you are quoting.
D) Instead of reading long quotations; paraphrase the ideas into your own words.

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT true about using statistics in presentations?

A) Statistics are especially strong forms of proof.
B) When statistics are complex or confusing, they should be rounded off.
C) Link the statistics to units of measure that are familiar to the audience.
D) The more statistics you use, the more interesting your speech will be.

Question 15

Which is not a true statement about visual aids?

A) A professional display of visuals can enhance your professional image.
B) Effective visuals can make your information more memorable.
C) Visuals often reduce listener recall.
D) Visuals can help you explain complicated statistics.

Question 16

Supporting material that explains the unfamiliar by comparing it to the familiar is called a(n)

A) example.
B) story.
C) statistic.
D) analogy.

Question 17

The leading scientist for research on cancer stated,"I believe that with adequate funding we could have a cure for cancer within the next 10 years." If Heather were to read this sentence out loud during her speech to the medical research board,which of the following forms of verbal support would she be using?

A) example
B) quotation
C) statistic
D) story

Question 18

Which type of story can be used not only to add interest,but also as proof of your point?

A) factual
B) hypothetical
C) fictional
D) fantasy

Question 19

Which the following is true about using examples as supporting evidence for a main point?

A) Examples should be typical, not isolated instances.
B) One example provides sufficient evidence to prove a point.
C) Avoid using examples from your own experience.
D) For the sake of brevity, don't use more than one example.

Question 20

The comparisons you use as supporting material should possess all of the following characteristics EXCEPT:

A) The items you are comparing are similar.
B) Comparisons that stretch a point are recommended for making a concept more vivid.
C) The comparison must be valid.
D) The familiar part of the comparison should be well known to the audience.

Question 21

Jessica plans to describe the new advances her company has made in the development of allergy medicine over the past 10 years.Which of the following visual aids would be most effective to demonstrate this change over time?

A) photograph
B) column chart
C) list
D) pictogram

Question 22

All of the following are advantages of using large-size Post-it notes on a whiteboard EXCEPT:

A) It's easy to recategorize ideas during the presentation.
B) You may need to turn your back briefly to the audience while you are placing the notes on the board.
C) You can save the notes as a record of your points.
D) You can record information that comes up on the spot

Question 23

One advantage of using a dry erase board is:

A) you can take the material home with you at the end of the presentation.
B) you can keep eye contact with the audience as you write.
C) the visual will be prepared ahead of time.
D) you can record information that comes up on the spot.

Question 24

All of the following are typical mistakes made by beginners who attempt to use presentation software EXCEPT:

A) substituting flash for substance
B) spending so much time on organizing your speech outline that you run out of time to select your favorite design template
C) creating presentations that are overly complex
D) spending more time on design than on content

Question 25

All of the following are tips for constructing bar and column charts except:

A) use multiple-column charts to compare several items over time.
B) Show numerical values clearly.
C) Represent time on the vertical axis of your chart.
D) Arrange bars in a sequence that suits your purpose.

Question 26

Which of the following types of visual aids provides a literal representation to the audience?

A) photograph
B) diagram
C) cartoon
D) pictogram

Question 27

Roger wants to show the chronological steps in the process of applying for college grant.Which type of visual aid would work best?

A) photograph
B) pie chart
C) numbered list
D) map

Question 28

All of the following are true about presentation software EXCEPT:

A) you can create charts, graphs, and tables that illustrate the supporting points of your speech.
B) presentation software will always communicate your message effectively.
C) you can create special effects and elaborate animations.
D) you can print a copy of your slide show and duplicate it to distribute as handouts.

Question 29

A ____________ is most effective for showing the correlation between two or more trends.

A) pie chart
B) photograph
C) graph
D) pictogram

Question 30

A guideline for lists in your presentation is:

A) lines of text should never exceed 25 characters across, including spaces.
B) keep the size of your type small so the display won't look crowded.
C) use bulleted lists to show the ranking of items.
D) use complete sentences, not short phrases.

Question 31

Rob has been asked to provide a presentation to a group of investors.Rob wants to send a significant amount of statistical information home with the investors so they can refer back to it later.Which of the following visuals would best help Rob achieve this purpose?

A) flip charts/poster board
B) videotapes
C) slides
D) handouts

Question 32

All of the following are true about distributing handouts to accompany your presentation EXCEPT:

A) listeners will have a printed record of your ideas.
B) you can provide your audience with more details than you have time to talk about in your presentation.
C) your listeners won't need to take notes.
D) passing out handouts during the talk increases the chance that audience members will be looking at you during the presentation.

Question 33

All of the following are true when you use presentation software with your speech EXCEPT:

A) the software can help you organize your own speaker notes.
B) you can use features that emphasize your transitions from one point to the next.
C) because your slides will appear on the screen in front of you, you won't need to plan and practice your presentation.
D) you can create a variety of handouts.

Question 34

All of the following are potential risks of using video in your presentation except:

A) videos can illustrate action.
B) some video segments lack continuity.
C) some video segments may take too long.
D) a poor quality video can detract from your presentation.

Question 35

All of the following are true about the effective design of pie charts except:

A) Label each segment of the pie chart.
B) You can use pie charts to illustrate in percentages how an organization allocates its money.
C) Identify the percentage that each segment represents.
D) Locate the segment you want to emphasize on the bottom of the chart.

Question 36

Pictograms

A) add interest to ordinary bar charts.
B) are mathematically exact.
C) are best suited for reports that require precise data.
D) are useful for scientific and technical audiences.

Question 37

A disadvantage of using a flip chart is that

A) it may be too small for people in the back of the audience to see clearly.
B) it's low tech, so there's little chance for equipment failure.
C) it is easy to set up.
D) you can write on it during the presentation.

Question 38

Computer displays

A) are always preferable to lower-tech visual aids.
B) can show a variety of visuals, including photos, charts, graphs, and video.
C) are virtually foolproof.
D) are not well suited to creating visual interest.

Question 39

A ____________ is an abstract two-dimensional drawing that demonstrates the various properties of an object or concept.

A) photograph
B) diagram
C) bulleted list
D) flip chart

Question 40

Visual aids are used in presentations for a number of reasons.According to the text,which of the following is NOT one of those reasons?

A) You can take a break from speaking while the audience looks at your visual aid.
B) Visual aids allow you to illustrate the relationships between aspects of the whole.
C) Visual aids allow you to demonstrate steps in a process.
D) Visual aids can help you emphasize your most important points.

Question 41

You should avoid telling stories in an informative speech because the audience will only want to hear facts.

Question 42

In your speech you can tell stories that are fictional,hypothetical,or factual,but you can only use the factual type to prove a point.

Question 43

Statistics should not be linked to examples or visuals in your speech.

Question 44

The supporting material you choose for your speech should be interesting to the audience.

Question 45

Vincent enthusiastically explained to his boss the reasons he thought he should get a raise.However,Vince did not organize his thoughts clearly,and did not back up his claims with solid evidence.It is not likely that Vince's boss will be convinced by Tom's presentation.

Question 46

Supporting materials make your presentation more convincing.

Question 47

The most effective stories last two minutes or more so you can entertain the audience with lots of detail.

Question 48

It is not necessary to use supporting material when you are presenting complicated information.

Question 49

Back up a point with relevant and typical examples,rather than a nontypical example.

Question 50

One way you can define a word in a speech is by explaining the history of the word.

Question 51

Avoid using examples from your own experience in a speech.

Question 52

Research shows that you can increase the effectiveness of your presentation by using long lists of statistics.

Question 53

Statistics add interest to a speech,but they do not prove a point.

Question 54

In an oral presentation,it is more effective to use precise statistics .

Question 55

Which is a guideline for designing effective visuals?

A) Supply all necessary details visually.
B) Use full sentences.
C) Use vertical printing.
D) Keep the design simple.

Question 56

All of the following are strategies for avoiding presentation software catastrophes EXCEPT:

A) Prepare a backup plan in case your software doesn't work.
B) Allow plenty of extra time to set up and test your equipment in advance.
C) Arrange to have technical support available.
D) Plan to use a live Internet connection to access your visuals.

Question 57

One way you can define a word in a speech is by explaining what the word does not mean.

Question 58

Accurate statistics provide a very strong form of proof.

Question 59

It's advisable to include a definition in your speech if the audience doesn't know the meaning of a term you are using.

Question 60

Well-designed visual aids should

A) contain a great amount of detail.
B) never need explanation by the speaker.
C) use vertical printing.
D) show labels for all important items.

Question 61

After you cite a source in a presentation,don't waste time by interpreting the material for the audience; it's better to move quickly to the next citation.

Question 62

You can use a literal analogy to compare an idea you are proposing to an idea that has already worked well somewhere else.

Question 63

When you cite a source in a presentation,the source should have credibility with the audience.

Question 64

In an effective comparison,both parts of the comparison should be unknown to your audience.

Question 65

Diagrams are useful for conveying information about size,shape and structure.

Question 66

It is not advisable to display an object unless it is large enough for everyone in the audience to see clearly.

Question 67

One effective way to make a visual aid for an oral presentation is to enlarge a table from a book or written report.

Question 68

Quotations can be used as proof in some types of presentations,but they should not be used in an informative business presentation.

Question 69

Surveys show that speakers who use visual aids are usually less concise than speakers who do not use visual aids.

Question 70

Visual aids should not be used to show how something works.

Question 71

It is usually a good idea to accompany the statistics you use in a presentation with a visual supplement.

Question 72

Your message is likely to be more memorable when you include both visual and oral support.

Question 73

When you quote an authority in a speech,it doesn't matter whether the audience has heard of the person.

Question 74

Because they are so vague,figurative analogies should be avoided in presentations.

Question 75

Use numbered lists for steps in the process and bulleted lists for items that are equally important.

Question 76

Pie charts are useful for illustrating how resources have been allocated.

Question 77

Visuals should not be used to illustrate complicated statistics.

Question 78

Janice is giving a presentation about microchips.To help the audience understand what she's talking about,she should bring a microchip and ask the audience to pass it around during her presentation.

Question 79

If you want to use a long,complicated quotation in your speech,it is advisable to paraphrase it.True

Question 80

A recommended order for presenting cited material is (a)state the point; (b)cite the source; (c)explain the material from the source; and (d)interpret how this material impacts the audience members.