Question 1

Since color is an attention getter,the skilled presenter should use as many different colors as his or her software supports.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Which of the following is NOT recommended concerning the use of gestures during a business presentation?

Accepted Answer

A) Vary hand motions to emphasize important points; otherwise, relax your hands in your pockets. 
B) Try to use only one hand to make points unless you specifically need two. 
C) Eliminate nervous gestures that distract the audience. 
D) Refine your gestures to portray a relaxed, approachable appearance. 
A) Vary hand motions to emphasize important points; otherwise, relax your hands in your pockets. 
B) Try to use only one hand to make points unless you specifically need two. 
C) Eliminate nervous gestures that distract the audience. 
D) Refine your gestures to portray a relaxed, approachable appearance.

Question 3

When creating a "winning team" to prepare and deliver a team presentation,

Accepted Answer

A) "divvy up" the work into pieces and go through one complete practice prior to the presentation date. 
B) choose all members based on their presentation skills. 
C) determine whether each selected member will be committed to supporting the team strategy and schedule. 
D) use all of the above strategies. 
A) "divvy up" the work into pieces and go through one complete practice prior to the presentation date. 
B) choose all members based on their presentation skills. 
C) determine whether each selected member will be committed to supporting the team strategy and schedule. 
D) use all of the above strategies.

Question 4

To be effective as a presenter,you must spend time learning about the audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Marcus,Leroy,and Mallory are planning to give a team presentation on diversity for their company.Which of the following is NOT an effective guideline for their team presentation?

Accepted Answer

A) All team members should respond to each question asked at the end of the presentation. 
B) The team members should agree on the purpose and schedule. 
C) The team should pay close attention to each other as each member presents. 
D) The team should plan seamless transitions between presenters. 
A) All team members should respond to each question asked at the end of the presentation. 
B) The team members should agree on the purpose and schedule. 
C) The team should pay close attention to each other as each member presents. 
D) The team should plan seamless transitions between presenters.

Question 6

Sierra is planning a presentation on teamwork.An important part of planning this presentation should be for her to determine what she wants to accomplish during this presentation.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

In the national organization Toastmasters,members are required to speak on a regular basis.In one situation,a member pulls a topic from a hat,spends a few minutes preparing,and then gives a 3-5 minute presentation on the topic.What kind of delivery is this?

Accepted Answer

A) Memorized 
B) Scripted 
C) Written-and-read 
D) Impromptu 
A) Memorized 
B) Scripted 
C) Written-and-read 
D) Impromptu

Question 8

Which of the following is recommended during delivery of a presentation?

Accepted Answer

A) Watch the audience for feedback and make appropriate adjustments in the length and content of your speech. 
B) Stay behind the lectern, rather than causing distraction by moving around. 
C) Make eye contact with every person in the audience, even if only for a second. 
D) Keep breathing shallow and regular through your nose and mouth. 
A) Watch the audience for feedback and make appropriate adjustments in the length and content of your speech. 
B) Stay behind the lectern, rather than causing distraction by moving around. 
C) Make eye contact with every person in the audience, even if only for a second. 
D) Keep breathing shallow and regular through your nose and mouth.

Question 9

When delivering a presentation,an impressive introduction of you as the speaker will help to establish your credibility with the audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Discuss four guidelines to follow when your dialect differs from that of your audience.

Accepted Answer

Guidelines that should be followed when

Question 11

Because scripted speeches restrict eye contact with the audience,

Accepted Answer

A) they should be avoided altogether by business speakers. 
B) they should be selected only for particular situations, such as when an exact time constraint is applied. 
C) they are recommended when the speaker is self-conscious. 
D) they should be used only when visual aids are available. 
A) they should be avoided altogether by business speakers. 
B) they should be selected only for particular situations, such as when an exact time constraint is applied. 
C) they are recommended when the speaker is self-conscious. 
D) they should be used only when visual aids are available.

Question 12

One effective way to elicit feedback about your presentation from an intercultural audience is to frequently ask them if they understand.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

The close of a presentation should be creative and memorable because audiences tend to remember what they hear last.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT true of an extemporaneous business presentation?

Accepted Answer

A) The presentation is planned, prepared, and rehearsed. 
B) The speaker may utilize note cards, an outline, or other reminders during the presentation. 
C) The presentation is written in detail to serve as a visual reminder during the delivery. 
D) All of the above are true. 
A) The presentation is planned, prepared, and rehearsed. 
B) The speaker may utilize note cards, an outline, or other reminders during the presentation. 
C) The presentation is written in detail to serve as a visual reminder during the delivery. 
D) All of the above are true.

Question 15

List five communication benefits of videoconferencing.

Accepted Answer

Benefits of videoconferencing include th

Question 16

Which of the following should a speaker generally avoid in the body of a presentation?

Accepted Answer

A) Quotes from prominent people 
B) Jokes and humor 
C) Anecdotes 
D) Numerous detailed statistics 
A) Quotes from prominent people 
B) Jokes and humor 
C) Anecdotes 
D) Numerous detailed statistics

Question 17

Distance delivery presentation methods are appropriate

Accepted Answer

A) for covering highly sensitive or confidential issues. 
B) for persuasive or problem solving meetings where no relationship has been established among participants. 
C) whenever participants are unfamiliar with the technology. 
D) when the costs in time, money, and human energy justify them. 
A) for covering highly sensitive or confidential issues. 
B) for persuasive or problem solving meetings where no relationship has been established among participants. 
C) whenever participants are unfamiliar with the technology. 
D) when the costs in time, money, and human energy justify them.

Question 18

Gestures should be eliminated during a business presentation since they distract your audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Jennifer,a young business associate with your firm,is anticipating her first international sales tour to make presentations to businesses in five countries.You recall your own first trip abroad and some awkward problems you encountered in business protocol.Which of the following would NOT be good business etiquette advice for Jennifer?

Accepted Answer

A) Avoid gift-giving, since each culture has its own expectations and taboos. 
B) Learn how to give and receive business cards appropriately. 
C) Learn how to deliver the expected greeting such as the handshake, bow, etc. 
D) Expect to allow extra time prior to the presentation for mingling with the audience. 
A) Avoid gift-giving, since each culture has its own expectations and taboos. 
B) Learn how to give and receive business cards appropriately. 
C) Learn how to deliver the expected greeting such as the handshake, bow, etc. 
D) Expect to allow extra time prior to the presentation for mingling with the audience.

Question 20

Which of the following statements is correct concerning the use of color in electronic slide presentations?

Accepted Answer

A) Include a wide variety of colors on each side to gain and keep audience attention. 
B) Choose the foreground color first and then the background color. 
C) Try to link your color choices to your topic or audience. 
D) None of the above are correct statements. 
A) Include a wide variety of colors on each side to gain and keep audience attention. 
B) Choose the foreground color first and then the background color. 
C) Try to link your color choices to your topic or audience. 
D) None of the above are correct statements.

Since color is an attention getter,the skilled presenter should use as many different colors as his or her software supports.

Which of the following is NOT recommended concerning the use of gestures during a business presentation?

When creating a "winning team" to prepare and deliver a team presentation,

To be effective as a presenter,you must spend time learning about the audience.

Marcus,Leroy,and Mallory are planning to give a team presentation on diversity for their company.Which of the following is NOT an effective guideline for their team presentation?

Sierra is planning a presentation on teamwork.An important part of planning this presentation should be for her to determine what she wants to accomplish during this presentation.

In the national organization Toastmasters,members are required to speak on a regular basis.In one situation,a member pulls a topic from a hat,spends a few minutes preparing,and then gives a 3-5 minute presentation on the topic.What kind of delivery is this?

Which of the following is recommended during delivery of a presentation?

When delivering a presentation,an impressive introduction of you as the speaker will help to establish your credibility with the audience.

Discuss four guidelines to follow when your dialect differs from that of your audience.

Because scripted speeches restrict eye contact with the audience,

One effective way to elicit feedback about your presentation from an intercultural audience is to frequently ask them if they understand.

The close of a presentation should be creative and memorable because audiences tend to remember what they hear last.

Which of the following is NOT true of an extemporaneous business presentation?

List five communication benefits of videoconferencing.

Which of the following should a speaker generally avoid in the body of a presentation?

Distance delivery presentation methods are appropriate

Gestures should be eliminated during a business presentation since they distract your audience.

Which of the following statements is correct concerning the use of color in electronic slide presentations?

Establishing a Framework for Business Communication

Focusing on Interpersonal and Group Communication

Planning Spoken and Written Messages

Preparing Spoken and Written Messages

Communicating Electronically

Delivering Good and Neutral News Messages

Delivering Bad-News Messages

Delivering Persuasive Messages

Understanding the Report Process and Research Methods

Managing Data and Using Graphics

Organizing and Preparing Reports and Proposals

Preparing Résumés and Application Letters

Interviewing for a Job and Preparing Employment Messages

Document Format and Layout Guide

Referencing Styles

Language Review and Exercises

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Exam 12: Designing and Delivering Business Presentations

Since color is an attention getter,the skilled presenter should use as many different colors as his or her software supports.

Which of the following is NOT recommended concerning the use of gestures during a business presentation?

When creating a "winning team" to prepare and deliver a team presentation,

To be effective as a presenter,you must spend time learning about the audience.

Marcus,Leroy,and Mallory are planning to give a team presentation on diversity for their company.Which of the following is NOT an effective guideline for their team presentation?

Sierra is planning a presentation on teamwork.An important part of planning this presentation should be for her to determine what she wants to accomplish during this presentation.

In the national organization Toastmasters,members are required to speak on a regular basis.In one situation,a member pulls a topic from a hat,spends a few minutes preparing,and then gives a 3-5 minute presentation on the topic.What kind of delivery is this?

Which of the following is recommended during delivery of a presentation?

When delivering a presentation,an impressive introduction of you as the speaker will help to establish your credibility with the audience.

Discuss four guidelines to follow when your dialect differs from that of your audience.

Because scripted speeches restrict eye contact with the audience,

One effective way to elicit feedback about your presentation from an intercultural audience is to frequently ask them if they understand.

The close of a presentation should be creative and memorable because audiences tend to remember what they hear last.

Which of the following is NOT true of an extemporaneous business presentation?

List five communication benefits of videoconferencing.

Which of the following should a speaker generally avoid in the body of a presentation?

Distance delivery presentation methods are appropriate

Gestures should be eliminated during a business presentation since they distract your audience.

Which of the following statements is correct concerning the use of color in electronic slide presentations?

Establishing a Framework for Business Communication

Focusing on Interpersonal and Group Communication

Planning Spoken and Written Messages

Preparing Spoken and Written Messages

Communicating Electronically

Delivering Good and Neutral News Messages

Delivering Bad-News Messages

Delivering Persuasive Messages

Understanding the Report Process and Research Methods

Managing Data and Using Graphics

Organizing and Preparing Reports and Proposals

Preparing Résumés and Application Letters

Interviewing for a Job and Preparing Employment Messages

Document Format and Layout Guide

Referencing Styles

Language Review and Exercises

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