Question 1

Natalia is presenting statistics about the diversity of college students in different parts of the country. She will most likely organize by chronology.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

You can avoid one of the biggest problems with most oral presentations if you focus your speech on a few key ideas.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

As the human resources director for your company, you must give a presentation to the company owners about the staff demographics in each of your company's two locations. What organizational pattern would be best for you to present your data?

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A)   Chronological
B)   Simple/complex
C)   Value/size
D)   Geography/space

Question 4

The most important part of preparing for an oral presentation is

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A)   creating visual aids.
B)   determining the purpose.
C)   gathering research.
D)   creating a professional appearance.

Question 5

Zoom presentations

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A)   use 3D to help audiences better understand and remember content, details, and relationships.
B)   deliver content and materials in fewer than five minutes for busy business professionals who need just a snapshot of the main ideas.
C)   present information in a linear manner, much like traditional PowerPoint presentations.
D)   are appropriate for only informative presentations.

Question 6

Effective speaking skills are important to recruiters.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

When selecting and preparing your visual aids, keep in mind your goals as a speaker:

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A)   to make listeners understand, remember, and act on your ideas.
B)   to observe your audience, adjust your delivery, and continue your presentation.
C)   to inform, entertain, and persuade.
D)   to plan and collect information, organize and rehearse, and deliver your presentation.

Question 8

One of the best ways to begin a speech is with a statement such as "Today I am going to talk about..."

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Smart presenters never announce what they are going to talk about prior to the body of the speech to increase suspense and to avoid redundancy.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Before giving a presentation, you should

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A)   practice repeatedly.
B)   arrive early to prepare the room and test any equipment.
C)   practice stress-reduction techniques.
D)   All answer choices are steps that a speaker should complete prior to giving a presentation.

Question 11

In her presentation on improving employee morale, Jillian makes this statement: So far, you've heard only about the problems we have with morale; let's move to some solutions. Jillian has employed the verbal signpost called

Accepted Answer

A)   summarizing.
B)   previewing.
C)   switching directions.
D)   revealing.

Question 12

Listeners will remember the conclusion of a speech more than any other part of a speech.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

It is normal to experience some degree of stage fright when speaking before a group.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Good organization and conscious repetition are the two most powerful keys to audience comprehension and retention.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

For effective presentation slides, you should apply the 6-x-6 rule to most slides. The 6-x-6 rule means that

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A)   the entire presentation has no more than six slides.
B)   each slide has no more than six words per line and no more than six lines.
C)   each main idea has no more than six bullet points.
D)   each slide is discussed for six minutes.

Question 16

Effective speakers must be aware of their nonverbal messages. Nonverbal means

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A)   content delivered by visual aids.
B)   information included on the outline, but not in the speech.
C)   appearance, movements, and vocal qualities.
D)   body language only.

Question 17

Speakers build audience rapport by

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A)   researching thoroughly and organizing the speech effectively.
B)   establishing credibility and demonstrating authority.
C)   incorporating imagery, supplying verbal signposts, and using body language strategically.
D)   speaking loudly, clearly, and rapidly.

Question 18

The body of a short, 20-minute presentation should focus on

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A)   at least five to eight main points.
B)   up to ten main points.
C)   approximately two to four main points.
D)   as many points as necessary to convey your message.

Question 19

Which of the following tips for using special effects in a slideshow is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

A)   Incorporate as many special effects as possible to keep the attention of your audience.
B)   Add animation features only if doing so helps convey your message or adds interest to the content.
C)   Never use any special effects in a slideshow because all special effects distract from the content of a slideshow.
D)   Include special effects only if you are giving a sales presentation.

Question 20

What kind of business presentation uses technology to allow remote colleagues to collaborate in real time?

Accepted Answer

A)   Podcast
B)   Briefing
C)   Report
D)   Virtual presentation

Exam 12: Business Presentations

The body of a short, 20-minute presentation should focus on

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Smart presenters never announce what they are going to talk about prior to the body of the speech to increase suspense and to avoid redundancy.

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For effective presentation slides, you should apply the 6-x-6 rule to most slides. The 6-x-6 rule means that

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Effective speakers must be aware of their nonverbal messages. Nonverbal means

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One of the best ways to begin a speech is with a statement such as "Today I am going to talk about..."

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Before giving a presentation, you should

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Which of the following tips for using special effects in a slideshow is most accurate?

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You can avoid one of the biggest problems with most oral presentations if you focus your speech on a few key ideas.

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What kind of business presentation uses technology to allow remote colleagues to collaborate in real time?

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As the human resources director for your company, you must give a presentation to the company owners about the staff demographics in each of your company's two locations. What organizational pattern would be best for you to present your data?

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Natalia is presenting statistics about the diversity of college students in different parts of the country. She will most likely organize by chronology.

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In her presentation on improving employee morale, Jillian makes this statement: So far, you've heard only about the problems we have with morale; let's move to some solutions. Jillian has employed the verbal signpost called

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The most important part of preparing for an oral presentation is

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Listeners will remember the conclusion of a speech more than any other part of a speech.

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Zoom presentations

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It is normal to experience some degree of stage fright when speaking before a group.

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Good organization and conscious repetition are the two most powerful keys to audience comprehension and retention.

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When selecting and preparing your visual aids, keep in mind your goals as a speaker:

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Speakers build audience rapport by

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Effective speaking skills are important to recruiters.

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