Question 1

Which statement accurately describes PowerPoint and Prezi, the presentation-slide programs mentioned in Chapter 21?

Accepted Answer

A)   Prezi is organized as a network or web, while PowerPoint is linear.
B)   PowerPoint is organized as a network or web, while Prezi is linear.
C)   Both PowerPoint and Prezi allow you to arrange your images in a web with seamless transitions.
D)   Both Prezi and PowerPoint require you to arrange graphics linearly.

Question 2

What is an advance organizer?

Accepted Answer

A)   a note card listing some of the major points of your presentation, prepared in advance as a memory aid
B)   a stress-relief exercise that you perform in the last few minutes before you begin to speak, to shake off some of the nervousness that you will probably experience
C)   an assistant or colleague who helps prepare the room to ensure that your audiovisual aids are working, the lighting and room temperature are appropriate, and sufficient seating is available for the audience
D)   a statement that tells the listener what you are about to say D

Question 3

If you are presenting to nonnative speakers of English, which of the following should you do?

Accepted Answer

A)   Survey your audience for the most commonly spoken languages and arrange for translations of your slides into those languages.
B)   Offer to provide free translations of the slides to any interested audience members following the presentation.
C)   Include, directly on your slides, brief translations of the most essential content in the most commonly spoken languages.
D)   Use simple vocabulary and slow down the pace of your delivery.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a nonfluency?

Accepted Answer

A)   When you say "rural juror," the audience hears "ruhr juhr."
B)   When you get nervous, you say, "And, um. . . ."
C)   You pronounce the word nuclear as "nuke-you-lar."
D)   The speech that took 10 minutes when you practiced it is over in 5 minutes.

Question 5

In an oral presentation, what is an advance organizer?

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An advance organizer is a teaching and c...

Question 6

According to Chapter 21, which of the following is NOT true of presentations created using the free version of the Prezi presentation tool?

Accepted Answer

A)   Your presentations will be visible to all who visit the Prezi site, so you must be careful about the information you put in them.
B)   You must connect to the Internet to show your presentations.
C)   You must connect to the Internet to make changes to your presentations.
D)   Your team members will not be able to collaborate on your slides from remote locations.

Question 7

Because a presentation occurs only once, you must work harder than you do when writing a document to direct the audience's attention to what you say.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Chapter 21 discusses four aspects of the speaking situation that you should take into account when planning the graphics you'll use in an oral presentation. Which of the following is NOT one of those four aspects?

Accepted Answer

A)   audience aptitude and experience
B)   setting
C)   equipment
D)   formality of the presentation D

Question 9

According to Chapter 21, how many times should you rehearse an extemporaneous presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)   once
B)   twice
C)   three times
D)   none; let the moment make it truly extemporaneous

Question 10

One disadvantage of using handouts during a presentation is that your audience might read the handout instead of listening to you.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 11

According to Chapter 21, maintaining eye contact is one way to use your body effectively. Which of the following is NOT a good strategy?

Accepted Answer

A)   Use natural gestures.
B)   Control the audience's attention.
C)   Avoid blocking the audience's view of the screen.
D)   Pace back and forth to maintain the audience's interest.

Question 12

Chapter 21 offers four suggestions for making your presentation more accessible to people with varying physical abilities. What are two of those suggestions?

Accepted Answer

As the specific content of Chapter 21 is...

Question 13

According to Chapter 21, which statement about oral presentations is correct?

Accepted Answer

A)   The audience and purpose will be basically the same for any oral presentation you give.
B)   The audience for an oral presentation will be receptive to your message; otherwise, they will not attend.
C)   You can always find a way to fit all of your ideas into the allotted time.
D)   Some oral presentations call for both informing and persuading the audience.

Question 14

According to Chapter 21, you do not need to announce the end of your presentation. Listeners can tell when you are ending.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

One of the suggestions in Chapter 21 for introducing your presentation is to introduce yourself. What is another suggestion from the chapter?

Accepted Answer

A)   Have the audience read your title slide aloud.
B)   Explain the purpose of the presentation.
C)   Ask the audience for questions.
D)   Tell the audience how many slides you will use.

Question 16

Inexperienced speakers encounter problems with five aspects of vocalizing. One aspect is volume. Name two other aspects of vocalizing that can be a source of problems.

Accepted Answer

Inexperienced speakers can encounter problems with various aspects of vocalizing beyond volume. Two other common aspects that can be problematic are:

1. **Pace**: The speed at which a speaker delivers their speech can greatly affect the audience's ability to follow and understand the content. Speaking too quickly can make it difficult for listeners to process the information, while speaking too slowly can cause the audience to lose interest or become disengaged. Inexperienced speakers often struggle to find the right pace and may fluctuate between extremes during their speech.

2. **Articulation**: This refers to the clarity with which a speaker pronounces words. Poor articulation can make it hard for the audience to understand what is being said, leading to confusion and misinterpretation of the message. Inexperienced speakers might mumble, slur their words, or not enunciate clearly, which can detract from their credibility and the effectiveness of their communication.

These aspects, along with volume, pitch, and tone, are critical for effective vocal delivery in public speaking.

Question 17

If you are asked a question you do not understand during a question-and-answer session, you should first ask for clarification, then respond to the question, and then ask if you have answered the question adequately.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following forms of delivery is best to use if a presenter must clearly communicate precise safety data?

Accepted Answer

A)   impromptu
B)   extemporaneous
C)   scripted
D)   memorized

Question 19

What should you do if a belligerent audience member rejects your response during a question-and-answer session and insists on restating his or her point?

Accepted Answer

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Question 20

One technique a presenter can use to make his or her language memorable is to involve the audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 21: Making Oral Presentations

Which statement accurately describes PowerPoint and Prezi, the presentation-slide programs mentioned in Chapter 21?

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If you are presenting to nonnative speakers of English, which of the following should you do?

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Because a presentation occurs only once, you must work harder than you do when writing a document to direct the audience's attention to what you say.

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Chapter 21 discusses four aspects of the speaking situation that you should take into account when planning the graphics you'll use in an oral presentation. Which of the following is NOT one of those four aspects?

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According to Chapter 21, how many times should you rehearse an extemporaneous presentation?

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One disadvantage of using handouts during a presentation is that your audience might read the handout instead of listening to you.

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According to Chapter 21, maintaining eye contact is one way to use your body effectively. Which of the following is NOT a good strategy?

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Chapter 21 offers four suggestions for making your presentation more accessible to people with varying physical abilities. What are two of those suggestions?

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According to Chapter 21, you do not need to announce the end of your presentation. Listeners can tell when you are ending.

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Inexperienced speakers encounter problems with five aspects of vocalizing. One aspect is volume. Name two other aspects of vocalizing that can be a source of problems.

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Because a presentation occurs only once, you must work harder than you do when writing a document to direct the audience's attention to what you say.

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Chapter 21 discusses four aspects of the speaking situation that you should take into account when planning the graphics you'll use in an oral presentation. Which of the following is NOT one of those four aspects?

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According to Chapter 21, you do not need to announce the end of your presentation. Listeners can tell when you are ending.

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One of the suggestions in Chapter 21 for introducing your presentation is to introduce yourself. What is another suggestion from the chapter?

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