Deck 19: Oral Presentations

Question 1

Visual aids include

A) flip charts.
B) white boards.
C) DVDs.
D) chalkboards.
E) All of these answers are correct.

Answer 1

E

Question 2

In a monster.com poll, people were asked, "What is your biggest career-related phobia?" What percentage of people responded that giving a speech or presentation was
Their biggest career-related phobia?

A) 32%
B) 11%
C) 42%
D) 15%

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Some barriers to active listening include

A) maintaining preconceived notions about a topic.
B) making eye contact with the speaker.
C) multitasking during meetings.
D) All of these answers are correct.
E) A and C

Answer 3

E

Question 4

Visual aids always enhance a presentation.

Question 5

Which of the following is not a benefit of using PowerPoint for your presentation?

A) It allows for adding and deleting slides.
B) It allows for different auto layouts and design templates.
C) It allows you to return to a prior slide, perhaps to answer a question.
D) It eliminates the need for handouts.

Question 6

Which of the following enhance your presentation?

A) practicing with equipment you might use
B) preparing for conflicts
C) using hand gestures
D) moving appropriately
E) All of these answers are correct.

Question 7

There are four types of formal oral presentations discussed in the textbook.

Question 8

A memorized speech is the least effective type of oral presentation.

Question 9

An extemporaneous speech is one you are asked to give even though you were not
formally prepared to give it.

Question 10

In the discussion section of your formal presentation,

A) organize by any of the ways noted in the textbook.
B) organize your content according to argument/persuasion.
C) organize your content according to comparison/contrast.
D) organize your content according to problem/solution.

Question 11

During a presentation,

A) nonverbal communication is important.
B) verbal communication is important.
C) your appearance and attitude are important.
D) All of these answers are correct.
E) A and B

Question 12

When you do not want to write out your entire speech, there are other ways to have information available. Which of the following are useful to the speaker at the podium?

A) note cards
B) manuscript
C) detailed outline
D) A and C

Question 13

When creating a PowerPoint presentation, avoid using red or green text.

Question 14

When making a presentation, which of the following should you avoid?

A) standing woodenly
B) folding your arms stiffly across your body
C) taking long pauses during the speech
D) All of these answers are correct.
E) A and B only

Question 15

One type of formal oral presentation is a manuscript speech.

Question 16

Transitional words can help your audience follow your speech. If you wanted to use words for emphasis, which of the following would you select?

A) consequently, therefore, to sum up
B) that is, in other words, more commonly called
C) clearly, in fact, more importantly
D) because, since, therefore
E) instead, yet, however

Question 17

One of the most powerful oral communication tools is visual.

Question 18

Every time you communicate orally, you reflect something about yourself and your
company.

Question 19

Web conferencing has gained in popularity because of

A) the need to communicate information quickly.
B) the time required to travel.
C) the need to complete projects quickly.
D) the rising cost of airline tickets.
E) All of these answers are correct.

Question 20

If you are confronted with a challenge during your presentation, put it off until later so it
does not distract from your presentation.

Question 21

Which of the following is not a benefit of using Prezi for your presentation?

A) It can be difficult to learn.
B) It is animated and entertaining.
C) It offers flexibility for customizing.
D) It is portable and good for large audiences.

Question 22

List and discuss the three types of formal oral presentations. Which one do you prefer and why?

Question 23

When planning a videoconference, which of the following should you avoid?

A) Promoting multiple side conversations.
B) Introducing all participants.
C) Talking quickly to save time.
D) Directing questions to specific individuals.

Question 24

Eye contact is important when giving a presentation. However,

A) it is not expected when you speak to a large audience.
B) it is more difficult when you speak to a larger audience.

Question 25

During the prewriting phase of your presentation, you should

A) consider the purpose.
B) gather information.
C) recognize the audience.
D) All of these answers are correct.

Question 26

During the third part of the communication process, when you perfect your presentation, you should

A) prepare your note cards.
B) develop visual aids.
C) tabulate results of questionnaires you may have developed.
D) consider aspects of style and delivery.

Question 27

What are the 10 tips that the textbook provides for Web conferencing? Discuss why each one is important.