Deck 14: Designing and Using Presentation Aids

Question 1

8 In Louise's speech about various golf grips and strokes,Louise used several golf clubs and demonstrated the moves herself.According to your textbook's guidelines on the use of presentation aids,was this a good technique?

A)Yes; a speaker can serve as a presentation aid to demonstrate how something works or is done.
B)Yes,but only if other objects or charts are used in conjunction with the speaker's demonstration.
C)No; Louise should have used someone else to demonstrate,so that she could keep speaking.
D)No; demonstrations like this are distracting and too informal for a public speech.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

18 _______combine images and sound to communicate ideas.

A)Objects
B)Audiovisual aids
C)Models
D)Audio aids

Answer 2

B

Question 3

12 A presentation aid which is a pictorial representation of statistical data is called a

A)graph.
B)drawing.
C)model.
D)slide.

Answer 3

A

Question 4

6 Joe is a member of Future Farmers of America FFA),so for his demonstration speech he wanted to show his audience the proper way to groom and care for his prize-winning Holstein cattle.Instead of bringing a Holstein to class,what suggestion would you give Joe for his demonstration speech?

A)Joe should use drawings since the actual object is too large and cumbersome to be easily used as a presentation aid for this speech.
B)Joe should forego the use of presentation aids in such a situation since a large presentation aid such as a cow)would be too distracting.
C)Joe should use a three-dimensional model of a Holstein along with the items he uses to groom the cattle when the actual object is too large to be easily used as a presentation aid for a speech.
D)Joe should go ahead and use the Holstein,even if it is large and not easy to maneuver,because an object is always preferable to a drawing or model.

Question 5

5 By listing your main ideas on a chart,poster,or PowerPoint slide you can

A)persuade listeners to accept your point of view.
B)help listeners organize ideas.
C)decrease your speaker apprehension.
D)make your delivery seamless.

Question 6

9 Which of the following guidelines should you adhere to when using a photograph as a presentation aid?

A)Pass it around to the entire audience.
B)Make copies of it and distribute the copies.
C)Incorporate it into a computer program or a PowerPoint slide.
D)Hold it up high enough so the entire audience can see it.

Question 7

19 When developing presentation aids,you should

A)make them easy to see.
B)make them complex.
C)use exciting aids even if they are a little dangerous.
D)choose the type of aid that is easiest to prepare.

Question 8

2 Which of the following is an advantage of using presentation aids in a speech?

A)They cover up a speaker's visible nervousness.
B)They help the audience understand and remember.
C)They can substitute for a general lack of information.
D)They can help a speaker stay within the time limit.

Question 9

1 Of the five senses,we learn more from _______ than any other sense,which is why presentation aids are effective.

A)hearing
B)humor
C)touch
D)sight

Question 10

20 On her way to public speaking class,Delaney decided to add one last presentation aid to her speech.Was this a good idea?

A)Yes; the more creative the presentation aids,the better the speech will be.
B)Yes; if Delaney was certain that the presentation aid would make a difference.
C)No; because Delaney did not have a chance to rehearse with the new aid.
D)No; you should never use more than one presentation aid.

Question 11

10 Which of the following is an example of a two-dimensional presentation aid?

A)a model of the human heart
B)a puppy dog
C)a graph of population growth
D)a set of golf clubs

Question 12

15 Why would a picture graph be used in a speech?

A)to summarize statistical information and show overall trends and relationships
B)to show the audience how statistical data are distributed in a given category or area
C)to represent statistical data and trends over a given period of time
D)to present data in a less formal format making it easier for the audience to read

Question 13

3 Using presentation aids to demonstrate step-by-step procedures is most effective for which type of speech?

A)An informative speech
B)A speech to entertain
C)A persuasive speech
D)A motivational speech

Question 14

16 Why do many public speaking teachers discourage the use of chalkboards and whiteboards?

A)because they tend to distract the audience
B)because they are difficult to gain access to
C)because they require that the speaker be tech-savvy
D)because they force the speaker to turn his or her back to the audience

Question 15

11 Regina's demonstration speech topic was "Three Ways to Improved Photography." In this speech,Regina showed a 35 mm camera,used a chart with an enlarged diagram of the main components of the camera,and then passed around some 4 x 6 photographs-some good and some with errors-to the audience.Which of the following statements best summarizes Regina's use of presentation aids in this speech?

A)Regina selected and handled all of her presentation aids expertly in this speech.
B)Regina should not have brought the camera; the diagram was sufficient.
C)Regina used too many presentation aids in her speech.
D)Regina should have enlarged the photographs so the audience could clearly see them.

Question 16

7 Which of the following is TRUE regarding the use of people as presentation aids in a speech?

A)You should never use other people as presentation aids in a speech because it increases the potential for something to go wrong.
B)You should rehearse with the person and avoid using a spur-of-the-moment volunteer in a speech.
C)You should make sure the person stands next to you the entire time you deliver your speech,otherwise their entrance might distract the audience.
D)You should avoid using others as presentational aids; rely on yourself as the presentational aid.

Question 17

4 What is the primary reason that presentation aids enhance an audience's memory of a speech?

A)Presentation aids can be quite colorful and,therefore,memorable.
B)Audience members will better understand and remember the speech because of visual reinforcement.
C)Audiences rarely listen when someone is just talking.
D)Presentation aids are simple to produce and help the audience perceive you as an expert.

Question 18

An ________ summarizes and presents a great deal of information in a small amount of space and can be displayed in a variety of ways.

A)PowerPoint presentation
B)object
C)chart
D)transparency

Question 19

17 Which of the following is a poor use of PowerPoint?

A)putting the entire text of the preparation outline on the slides
B)using PowerPoint to show pictures
C)using PowerPoint to show graphs
D)there is no wrong way to use PowerPoint

Question 20

13 A graph that uses images to symbolize the data on the graph is known as a

A)chart.
B)bar graph.
C)line graph.
D)picture graph.

Question 21

25 When using a presentation aid,there is always the possibility of "something going wrong" while you are speaking.If something does go wrong with your presentation aid,what should you do as a speaker?

A)There is nothing you can do once something goes wrong; in future speeches use presentation aids sparingly to reduce the chance of something going wrong.
B)End the speech shortly after that distraction.
C)Offer a lengthy apology for the distraction and then continue on with the speech.
D)Have backup supplies and a backup plan in case your best-laid plans go awry.

Question 22

27 Visual aids can help you communicate ideas with greater clarity and impact than you can words alone.

Question 23

30 Presentation aids help listeners to organize ideas.

Question 24

40 You should maintain eye contact with your audience,not your presentation aid.

Question 25

23 Rashan thought that he would be dramatic and impress his public speaking class with his speech on dog training.He decided to bring his German Shepherd to illustrate the techniques of obedience.But during the speech,he noticed that the audience's attention was on his dog,rather than on him as the speaker.What guideline did Rashan ignore,with regard to using presentation aids?

A)Do not use dangerous or illegal presentation aids.
B)Never use animals as presentation aids in a speech.
C)Use animals with caution as presentation aids.
D)Only use small animals so you can keep them hidden from the audience until you need them.

Question 26

29 Almost any speech can benefit from presentation aids.

Question 27

32 People should NOT serve as visual aids.

Question 28

35 The most common presentation aids are three-dimensional.

Question 29

24 In a speech about organ donation,Nathan gave the audience a handout about the need for organs and the process for becoming an organ donor before his speech.Is this an effective use of his presentation aid,according to the text's guidelines?

A)Yes; Nathan drew the audience into the speech by having them focus on the handout.
B)No; Nathan should have waited until the conclusion to pass out the handouts,as they may distract the audience.
C)No; Nathan confused the audience by having them look at a handout that did not relate to what he was speaking about.
D)Yes; Nathan used the handout in a timely and effective way,selecting the right presentation aid for the topic.

Question 30

28 A presentation aid is any object that reinforces your point verbally so that your audience can understand it.

Question 31

34 Generally,you can serve as a presentation aid to demonstrate or illustrate major points.

Question 32

37 Many public-speaking teachers discourage overuse of chalkboards or whiteboards.

Question 33

38 It is usually better to use a chalkboard or whiteboard than to use a chart,graph,or drawing.

Question 34

39 The problem with using printed photos as presentation aids is that they are usually too small to be seen clearly from a distance.

Question 35

36 Charts summarize and present a great deal of information in a small amount of space.

Question 36

31 Presentation aids help to gain and maintain attention.

Question 37

21 Kayt had carefully planned presentation aids for her speech on "Quilting." She demonstrated how to sew together the squares by hand,which required her to concentrate on the quilt.What guideline for using presentation aids did Kayt violate?

A)Kayt did not select a visually stimulating aid for her audience.
B)Kayt did not rehearse with her visual aid before the presentation.
C)Kayt focused on the presentation aid instead of the audience.
D)Kayt should have passed a finished quilt square around to the class instead.

Question 38

22 Elaine taped pictures of her Aruba vacation all around the room as presentation aids for her speech.She never referred to them,but simply created an atmosphere for her presentation.Was this appropriate?

A)Yes; the pictures created the kind of mood she wanted.
B)Yes,because these pictures were relaxing images and helped the audience listen.
C)No; there were too many of them to create any kind of effect.
D)No,because she should have explained the presentation aids,not just shown them.

Question 39

33 Your speech is always subordinate to your presentation aids.

Question 40

PowerPoint and the multitude of other presentation aids that speakers may use-especially visual aids-are powerful tools.

Question 41

42 ________ is the use of images as an integrated element in the total communication effort a speaker makes to achieve the speaking goal.

Question 42

List and explain using specific examples)five techniques for creating effective computer-generated presentation aids.

Question 43

41 A _______ is any object that reinforces your point visually or aurally so that your audience can better understand it.

Question 44

List four guidelines for developing presentation aids and explain which guideline is the most violated.

Question 45

List nine guidelines for using presentation aids.

Question 46

Identify and explain six guidelines for using handouts effectively.

Question 47

Identify and explain the four factors you should consider to select the right presentation aid.

Question 48

44 A _______ consists of flat areas of various lengths to represent information.

Question 49

43 A ________ is a small object that represents a larger object.

Question 50

45 Without a doubt,the most violated principle of using presentation aids in public speaking is _______.