Question 1

Which of the following is a physical aspect to be considered when delivering a collaborative presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Choosing an attire that presents an impression of competence and professionalism 
B)  Determining the sequence of presentation to ensure the idea is well presented 
C)  Determining the content and extent of contribution of each member 
D)  Planning the strategy of handling audience queries 
E)  Planning a conclusion and the method of audience interaction 
A)  Choosing an attire that presents an impression of competence and professionalism 
B)  Determining the sequence of presentation to ensure the idea is well presented 
C)  Determining the content and extent of contribution of each member 
D)  Planning the strategy of handling audience queries 
E)  Planning a conclusion and the method of audience interaction A

Question 2

Which of the following is true of appearance and physical actions when delivering a speech?

Accepted Answer

A)  For virtual presentations, one need not ensure that extraneous noise is kept to a minimum. 
B)  For actual presentations, the backdrop is unimportant as the focus is on the speaker. 
C)  One's personal appearance is part of the message the audience receives. 
D)  Listeners who are not close enough to detect facial expressions cannot see the general form of the speaker's body as well. 
E)  Walking a lot emphasizes the speaker's message. 
A)  For virtual presentations, one need not ensure that extraneous noise is kept to a minimum. 
B)  For actual presentations, the backdrop is unimportant as the focus is on the speaker. 
C)  One's personal appearance is part of the message the audience receives. 
D)  Listeners who are not close enough to detect facial expressions cannot see the general form of the speaker's body as well. 
E)  Walking a lot emphasizes the speaker's message. C

Question 3

When preparing oneself to speak, which of the following elements generates trust and conviction, when combined with competence?

Accepted Answer

A)  Confidence 
B)  Glamor 
C)  Sincerity 
D)  Inflection 
E)  Dominance 
A)  Confidence 
B)  Glamor 
C)  Sincerity 
D)  Inflection 
E)  Dominance C

Question 4

An element to be considered when bringing a speech or a presentation to a close is:

Accepted Answer

A)  the inclusion of a summary of the keys points developed. 
B)  the inclusion of a statement that clearly defines the topic. 
C)  the inclusion of statements that build up the case. 
D)  the inclusion of an attention-gaining statement. 
E)  the inclusion of a human-interest story. 
A)  the inclusion of a summary of the keys points developed. 
B)  the inclusion of a statement that clearly defines the topic. 
C)  the inclusion of statements that build up the case. 
D)  the inclusion of an attention-gaining statement. 
E)  the inclusion of a human-interest story.

Question 5

Which of following appealing personality traits, similar to sincerity, is hard to feign and must be honest to be effective?

Accepted Answer

A)  Competence 
B)  Confidence 
C)  Arrogance 
D)  Friendliness 
E)  Dogmatism 
A)  Competence 
B)  Confidence 
C)  Arrogance 
D)  Friendliness 
E)  Dogmatism

Question 6

Which of the following parts of an oral presentation has the goal of preparing an audience to receive a message a gain their attention?

Accepted Answer

A)  Conclusion 
B)  Footnotes 
C)  Body 
D)  Introduction 
E)  Post script 
A)  Conclusion 
B)  Footnotes 
C)  Body 
D)  Introduction 
E)  Post script

Question 7

When using presentation software, different topics in a presentation must be formatted differently.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

A presenter changed the length of her presentation when informed that most of her audience were situated in a remote location, thus necessitating a virtual presentation. In this scenario, which of the following factors affected the nature of the presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Her background and knowledge 
B)  The medium being used to deliver the presentation 
C)  The interest of the audience 
D)  The occasion of the presentation 
E)  The complexity of the topic 
A)  Her background and knowledge 
B)  The medium being used to deliver the presentation 
C)  The interest of the audience 
D)  The occasion of the presentation 
E)  The complexity of the topic

Question 9

Briefly describe the three methods of presenting a speech.

Accepted Answer

The three presentation methods are:
a) P

Question 10

When giving a speech or a formal presentation, which of the following steps involves determining the contents of the introduction, body and conclusion?

Accepted Answer

A)  Determining the topic and purpose of the report 
B)  Preparing the presentation 
C)  Choosing the presentation method 
D)  Choosing the means of audience feedback 
E)  Gathering information for the speech 
A)  Determining the topic and purpose of the report 
B)  Preparing the presentation 
C)  Choosing the presentation method 
D)  Choosing the means of audience feedback 
E)  Gathering information for the speech

Question 11

When presenting information using visuals, one need not explain them since they have been added just for visual interest.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

Briefly describe the different varieties of web presentations.

Accepted Answer

The different varieties of web presentat

Question 13

Which of the following is a characteristic of a good speaker?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pacing through the easy parts of a message at a slow rate 
B)  Varying the pitch of the voice when speaking 
C)  Using excessive pauses throughout the speech 
D)  Maintaining a constant talking speed 
E)  Pacing through the hard parts of a message at a fast rate 
A)  Pacing through the easy parts of a message at a slow rate 
B)  Varying the pitch of the voice when speaking 
C)  Using excessive pauses throughout the speech 
D)  Maintaining a constant talking speed 
E)  Pacing through the hard parts of a message at a fast rate

Question 14

Being extremely knowledgeable about the topic you're presenting, gathering necessary information, making a presentation well designed and well written, with no grammatical errors, are techniques that project the personal trait of _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  competence 
B)  confidence 
C)  friendliness 
D)  sincerity 
E)  compassion 
A)  competence 
B)  confidence 
C)  friendliness 
D)  sincerity 
E)  compassion

Question 15

Which of the following is the final step in planning an oral report?

Accepted Answer

A)  Planning for interaction with the audience 
B)  Organizing the content 
C)  Presenting the facts 
D)  Determining the objective 
E)  Stating recommendations 
A)  Planning for interaction with the audience 
B)  Organizing the content 
C)  Presenting the facts 
D)  Determining the objective 
E)  Stating recommendations

Question 16

When organizing the body of a presentation, it is important to:

Accepted Answer

A)  summarize keys points provided in the presentation. 
B)  emphasize transition between divisions. 
C)  choose an appropriate attention-gaining opening statement. 
D)  create a statement that leads into the presentation. 
E)  maintain a rigid stance when delivering the presentation. 
A)  summarize keys points provided in the presentation. 
B)  emphasize transition between divisions. 
C)  choose an appropriate attention-gaining opening statement. 
D)  create a statement that leads into the presentation. 
E)  maintain a rigid stance when delivering the presentation.

Question 17

Which of the following is a visual cue that helps readers interpret written reports?

Accepted Answer

A)  Pauses 
B)  Punctuation 
C)  Rate of delivery 
D)  Volume emphasis 
E)  Inflection 
A)  Pauses 
B)  Punctuation 
C)  Rate of delivery 
D)  Volume emphasis 
E)  Inflection

Question 18

Which of the following is true of oral and written reports?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is often acceptable to use a less formal style in oral reports. 
B)  Readers of a written report cannot control the pace of the communication. 
C)  Listeners of an oral report can pause or stop as they choose. 
D)  Typography is a verbal cue that can help listeners follow an oral report. 
E)  Good presenters of oral reports never use handouts or other written material. 
A)  It is often acceptable to use a less formal style in oral reports. 
B)  Readers of a written report cannot control the pace of the communication. 
C)  Listeners of an oral report can pause or stop as they choose. 
D)  Typography is a verbal cue that can help listeners follow an oral report. 
E)  Good presenters of oral reports never use handouts or other written material.

Question 19

How does the delivery of a web presentation differ from that of an actual presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  The speaker will make use of visual aids to assist him in his presentation. 
B)  The speaker will make deliver the presentation from a desktop using a headphone. 
C)  The speaker can make use of verbal cues for the understanding of the audience. 
D)  The speaker will vary the presentation depending on the response of the audience. 
E)  The speaker can make use of vocal emphasis for the understanding of the audience. 
A)  The speaker will make use of visual aids to assist him in his presentation. 
B)  The speaker will make deliver the presentation from a desktop using a headphone. 
C)  The speaker can make use of verbal cues for the understanding of the audience. 
D)  The speaker will vary the presentation depending on the response of the audience. 
E)  The speaker can make use of vocal emphasis for the understanding of the audience.

Question 20

When presenting an oral report, one must avoid eye contact with the audience because it is considered rude.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following is a physical aspect to be considered when delivering a collaborative presentation?

Which of the following is true of appearance and physical actions when delivering a speech?

When preparing oneself to speak, which of the following elements generates trust and conviction, when combined with competence?

An element to be considered when bringing a speech or a presentation to a close is:

Which of following appealing personality traits, similar to sincerity, is hard to feign and must be honest to be effective?

Which of the following parts of an oral presentation has the goal of preparing an audience to receive a message a gain their attention?

When using presentation software, different topics in a presentation must be formatted differently.

A presenter changed the length of her presentation when informed that most of her audience were situated in a remote location, thus necessitating a virtual presentation. In this scenario, which of the following factors affected the nature of the presentation?

Briefly describe the three methods of presenting a speech.

When giving a speech or a formal presentation, which of the following steps involves determining the contents of the introduction, body and conclusion?

When presenting information using visuals, one need not explain them since they have been added just for visual interest.

Briefly describe the different varieties of web presentations.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a good speaker?

Being extremely knowledgeable about the topic you're presenting, gathering necessary information, making a presentation well designed and well written, with no grammatical errors, are techniques that project the personal trait of _____.

Which of the following is the final step in planning an oral report?

When organizing the body of a presentation, it is important to:

Which of the following is a visual cue that helps readers interpret written reports?

Which of the following is true of oral and written reports?

How does the delivery of a web presentation differ from that of an actual presentation?

When presenting an oral report, one must avoid eye contact with the audience because it is considered rude.

Understanding Workplace Communication

Communicating Across Cultures

Adapting Your Words to Your Readers

Constructing Clear Sentences and Paragraphs

Writing for a Positive Effect

Developing Your Writing Process and Choosing the Best Form

Getting to the Point in Good-News and Neutral Messages

Maintaining Goodwill in Bad-News Messages

Making Your Case With Persuasive Messages and Proposals

Conducting a Winning Job Campaign

Preparing Informative and Influential Business Reports

Choosing the Right Type of Report

Conducting Research for Decision Makers

Using Visuals to Make Your Point

Communicating Effectively in Meetings and Conversations

Leveraging Technology for Better Writing

Conveying Professionalism Through Correctness

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Exam 16: Delivering Oral Reports and Business Speeches

Which of the following is a physical aspect to be considered when delivering a collaborative presentation?

Which of the following is true of appearance and physical actions when delivering a speech?

When preparing oneself to speak, which of the following elements generates trust and conviction, when combined with competence?

An element to be considered when bringing a speech or a presentation to a close is:

Which of following appealing personality traits, similar to sincerity, is hard to feign and must be honest to be effective?

Which of the following parts of an oral presentation has the goal of preparing an audience to receive a message a gain their attention?

When using presentation software, different topics in a presentation must be formatted differently.

A presenter changed the length of her presentation when informed that most of her audience were situated in a remote location, thus necessitating a virtual presentation. In this scenario, which of the following factors affected the nature of the presentation?

Briefly describe the three methods of presenting a speech.

When giving a speech or a formal presentation, which of the following steps involves determining the contents of the introduction, body and conclusion?

When presenting information using visuals, one need not explain them since they have been added just for visual interest.

Briefly describe the different varieties of web presentations.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a good speaker?

Being extremely knowledgeable about the topic you're presenting, gathering necessary information, making a presentation well designed and well written, with no grammatical errors, are techniques that project the personal trait of _____.

Which of the following is the final step in planning an oral report?

When organizing the body of a presentation, it is important to:

Which of the following is a visual cue that helps readers interpret written reports?

Which of the following is true of oral and written reports?

How does the delivery of a web presentation differ from that of an actual presentation?

When presenting an oral report, one must avoid eye contact with the audience because it is considered rude.

Understanding Workplace Communication

Communicating Across Cultures

Adapting Your Words to Your Readers

Constructing Clear Sentences and Paragraphs

Writing for a Positive Effect

Developing Your Writing Process and Choosing the Best Form

Getting to the Point in Good-News and Neutral Messages

Maintaining Goodwill in Bad-News Messages

Making Your Case With Persuasive Messages and Proposals

Conducting a Winning Job Campaign

Preparing Informative and Influential Business Reports

Choosing the Right Type of Report

Conducting Research for Decision Makers

Using Visuals to Make Your Point

Communicating Effectively in Meetings and Conversations

Leveraging Technology for Better Writing

Conveying Professionalism Through Correctness

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