Question 1

When presenting, it's generally a good idea to pitch your voice ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  slightly faster and higher than regular speech 
B)  slightly slower and lower than regular speech 
C)  slightly slower, but in the same pitch as regular speech 
D)  the same speed and pitch as regular speech 
A)  slightly faster and higher than regular speech 
B)  slightly slower and lower than regular speech 
C)  slightly slower, but in the same pitch as regular speech 
D)  the same speed and pitch as regular speech

Question 2

The purpose of text-based slides is NOT to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  provide visual support 
B)  provide confirmation 
C)  explain things in detail 
D)  help the audience keep track of where they are in the presentation 
A)  provide visual support 
B)  provide confirmation 
C)  explain things in detail 
D)  help the audience keep track of where they are in the presentation

Question 3

Which of the following is the best method for practicing your presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  quietly in your head 
B)  out loud with a voice recorder 
C)  out loud with a video-cam 
D)  out loud in front of a mirror 
A)  quietly in your head 
B)  out loud with a voice recorder 
C)  out loud with a video-cam 
D)  out loud in front of a mirror

Question 4

Which of the following statements is NOT true of the assertion-evidence model of slide design?

Accepted Answer

A)  It reduces text on slides. 
B)  It can be used for every point in a presentation, so you should not use text-based slides ever again. 
C)  The slide title repeats a statement or claim from the presentation. 
D)  The graphic supports or provides proof (evidence) for the statement in the title. 
A)  It reduces text on slides. 
B)  It can be used for every point in a presentation, so you should not use text-based slides ever again. 
C)  The slide title repeats a statement or claim from the presentation. 
D)  The graphic supports or provides proof (evidence) for the statement in the title.

Question 5

The slides used during your presentation are not meant to make your argument for you, but to confirm your argument.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

Compare the role of visuals in presentations to procedures, as discussed in Chapter 12.

Accepted Answer

Answers will vary, but should contain th

Question 7

Making yourself speak like someone who is relaxed will make you feel more relaxed.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A good way to open a presentation is to ________.

Accepted Answer

A)  ask the audience a question 
B)  tell a joke 
C)  introduce yourself 
D)  state simply "The topic of my presentation is…" 
A)  ask the audience a question 
B)  tell a joke 
C)  introduce yourself 
D)  state simply "The topic of my presentation is…"

Question 9

Describe proper body language and posture when making a presentation.

Accepted Answer

When presenting, make sure you stand wit

Question 10

What guidelines should you follow when working on the body of your presentation?

Accepted Answer

Your body should contain a logical seque

Question 11

For specific numbers, refer your audience to the report that accompanies the presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Which of the following belongs in the introduction of a presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  facts 
B)  take-away message 
C)  outline 
D)  constructive repetition 
A)  facts 
B)  take-away message 
C)  outline 
D)  constructive repetition

Question 13

Audiences can't read and listen to your slides at the same time.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

When presenting, it's generally a good idea to pitch your voice ________.

The purpose of text-based slides is NOT to ________.

Which of the following is the best method for practicing your presentation?

Which of the following statements is NOT true of the assertion-evidence model of slide design?

The slides used during your presentation are not meant to make your argument for you, but to confirm your argument.

Compare the role of visuals in presentations to procedures, as discussed in Chapter 12.

Making yourself speak like someone who is relaxed will make you feel more relaxed.

A good way to open a presentation is to ________.

Describe proper body language and posture when making a presentation.

What guidelines should you follow when working on the body of your presentation?

For specific numbers, refer your audience to the report that accompanies the presentation.

Which of the following belongs in the introduction of a presentation?

Audiences can't read and listen to your slides at the same time.

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Exam 13: Oral Presentations

When presenting, it's generally a good idea to pitch your voice ________.

The purpose of text-based slides is NOT to ________.

Which of the following is the best method for practicing your presentation?

Which of the following statements is NOT true of the assertion-evidence model of slide design?

The slides used during your presentation are not meant to make your argument for you, but to confirm your argument.

Compare the role of visuals in presentations to procedures, as discussed in Chapter 12.

Making yourself speak like someone who is relaxed will make you feel more relaxed.

A good way to open a presentation is to ________.

Describe proper body language and posture when making a presentation.

What guidelines should you follow when working on the body of your presentation?

For specific numbers, refer your audience to the report that accompanies the presentation.

Which of the following belongs in the introduction of a presentation?

Audiences can't read and listen to your slides at the same time.

Why Technical People Neednt Fear Writing

Technical Sentences

Technical Paragraphs

Parallelism, Lists, Headings, and Layout

Emails, Letters, and Memos

Short Reports, Proposals, and Technical Documents

Formal Reports

Intercultural Communication, Collaborative Writing, and Document Control

References and Citations

Technical Graphics

Technical Definitions and Descriptions

Instructions, Procedures, and Manuals

Ethics

Job Application Packages

Filters