Question 1

Which of the following refers to a webinar?

Accepted Answer

A)  A recorded web presentation that is used for casual purposes 
B)  A face-to-face business presentation that is extremely complex 
C)  A web presentation in which speakers present on their topic of expertise and the audience is able to participate 
D)  A face-to-face presentation with the use of Web content to aid the presentation 
E)  A recorded web presentation that is popular in business communication 
A)  A recorded web presentation that is used for casual purposes 
B)  A face-to-face business presentation that is extremely complex 
C)  A web presentation in which speakers present on their topic of expertise and the audience is able to participate 
D)  A face-to-face presentation with the use of Web content to aid the presentation 
E)  A recorded web presentation that is popular in business communication

Question 2

Which of the following describes the appropriate use of presentation software?

Accepted Answer

A)  Putting a lot of information on a slide 
B)  Making the font on a slide small 
C)  Using an bright color combination 
D)  Using a lot of animation 
E)  Integrating what is on the slide into one's talk 
A)  Putting a lot of information on a slide 
B)  Making the font on a slide small 
C)  Using an bright color combination 
D)  Using a lot of animation 
E)  Integrating what is on the slide into one's talk

Question 3

In an oral presentation, humor is a widely used technique to arouse the interest of the audience.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Which of the following is a verbal cue which can be used to make an impression with an audience when delivering an oral report?

Accepted Answer

A)  Inflection 
B)  Headings 
C)  Typography 
D)  Punctuation 
E)  Paragraphing 
A)  Inflection 
B)  Headings 
C)  Typography 
D)  Punctuation 
E)  Paragraphing

Question 5

When discussing a visual, one should not refer to it with physical action and words.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

As with written forms of communication, oral presentations require careful planning and polishing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Briefly describe the guidelines for web presentations.

Accepted Answer

To deliver a live virtual presentation e

Question 8

A speaker used the following opening when giving a speech regarding the necessity for stringent anti-whaling laws: "Did you know that in late 1930s, more than 50,000 whales were killed annually?" This is an example of opening a presentation with a _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  human-interest story 
B)  humorous anecdote 
C)  quotation 
D)  startling fact 
E)  prepared joke 
A)  human-interest story 
B)  humorous anecdote 
C)  quotation 
D)  startling fact 
E)  prepared joke

Question 9

Which of the following is the most popular and effective method of presentation that involves first thoroughly preparing the speech, then preparing notes and presenting the speech from them?

Accepted Answer

A)  Presenting facts 
B)  Presenting extemporaneously 
C)  Reading 
D)  Memorizing 
E)  Delivering human-interest stories 
A)  Presenting facts 
B)  Presenting extemporaneously 
C)  Reading 
D)  Memorizing 
E)  Delivering human-interest stories

Question 10

Prezi and SlideRocket are popular _____ that people use to design visuals that go along with a report or a speech.

Accepted Answer

A)  presentation software 
B)  information data mines 
C)  tone modifiers 
D)  pitch variants 
E)  voice modulation techniques 
A)  presentation software 
B)  information data mines 
C)  tone modifiers 
D)  pitch variants 
E)  voice modulation techniques

Question 11

Presenters who use supporting visuals in electronic form begin their talk with a(n) _____ that conveys the point of the talk, the speaker's name, and the name and logo of the sponsoring company.

Accepted Answer

A)  outline slide 
B)  title slide 
C)  body slide 
D)  topic slide 
E)  closing slide 
A)  outline slide 
B)  title slide 
C)  body slide 
D)  topic slide 
E)  closing slide

Question 12

In presentations of technical topics to technical audiences, one can skip the attention-gaining opening.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Collaborative presentations require planning of physical aspects such as type of delivery, use of notes, and attire.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

Which of the following is the order of preparing for an extemporaneous presentation?

Accepted Answer

A)  Preparing notes, preparing the speech, and memorizing 
B)  Preparing notes, preparing the speech, and rehearsing 
C)  Preparing the speech, preparing notes, and rehearsing 
D)  Preparing the speech, preparing notes, and memorizing 
E)  Preparing an opening, memorizing, and preparing the remainder of the speech 
A)  Preparing notes, preparing the speech, and memorizing 
B)  Preparing notes, preparing the speech, and rehearsing 
C)  Preparing the speech, preparing notes, and rehearsing 
D)  Preparing the speech, preparing notes, and memorizing 
E)  Preparing an opening, memorizing, and preparing the remainder of the speech

Question 15

List the pitfalls that a speaker must avoid when using presentation software for a speech or an oral report.

Accepted Answer

When using presentation software, a spea

Question 16

Which of the following is true of oral reports?

Accepted Answer

A)  Oral reports always take the form of highly formal presentations. 
B)  An oral report refers to a list of topics to be discussed at a meeting. 
C)  The more informal oral reports are similar to routine conversations. 
D)  Oral reports are always internal; they do not have external audiences. 
E)  The ability to give effective oral reports is not critical in business since most reports are written. 
A)  Oral reports always take the form of highly formal presentations. 
B)  An oral report refers to a list of topics to be discussed at a meeting. 
C)  The more informal oral reports are similar to routine conversations. 
D)  Oral reports are always internal; they do not have external audiences. 
E)  The ability to give effective oral reports is not critical in business since most reports are written.

Question 17

Which of the following methods of presentation is most difficult because missing out a word or two in a presentation can result in the speaker or the main audience becoming confused?

Accepted Answer

A)  Extemporaneous presentation 
B)  Reading 
C)  Rehearsing 
D)  Presentation with visual aids 
E)  Memorizing 
A)  Extemporaneous presentation 
B)  Reading 
C)  Rehearsing 
D)  Presentation with visual aids 
E)  Memorizing

Question 18

A significant difference between oral and written reports is that the readers of a written report, unlike the listeners of an oral report, control the pace of the communication.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Describe the elements to be considered when bringing a speech to a close and methods of making a close effective.

Accepted Answer

A speaker must consider the following el

Question 20

When delivering oral reports, one can use inflection, pauses, volume emphasis, and changes in the rate of delivery to help one's listeners follow.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Which of the following refers to a webinar?

Which of the following describes the appropriate use of presentation software?

In an oral presentation, humor is a widely used technique to arouse the interest of the audience.

Which of the following is a verbal cue which can be used to make an impression with an audience when delivering an oral report?

When discussing a visual, one should not refer to it with physical action and words.

As with written forms of communication, oral presentations require careful planning and polishing.

Briefly describe the guidelines for web presentations.

A speaker used the following opening when giving a speech regarding the necessity for stringent anti-whaling laws: "Did you know that in late 1930s, more than 50,000 whales were killed annually?" This is an example of opening a presentation with a _____.

Which of the following is the most popular and effective method of presentation that involves first thoroughly preparing the speech, then preparing notes and presenting the speech from them?

Prezi and SlideRocket are popular _____ that people use to design visuals that go along with a report or a speech.

Presenters who use supporting visuals in electronic form begin their talk with a(n) _____ that conveys the point of the talk, the speaker's name, and the name and logo of the sponsoring company.

In presentations of technical topics to technical audiences, one can skip the attention-gaining opening.

Collaborative presentations require planning of physical aspects such as type of delivery, use of notes, and attire.

Which of the following is the order of preparing for an extemporaneous presentation?

List the pitfalls that a speaker must avoid when using presentation software for a speech or an oral report.

Which of the following is true of oral reports?

Which of the following methods of presentation is most difficult because missing out a word or two in a presentation can result in the speaker or the main audience becoming confused?

A significant difference between oral and written reports is that the readers of a written report, unlike the listeners of an oral report, control the pace of the communication.

Describe the elements to be considered when bringing a speech to a close and methods of making a close effective.

When delivering oral reports, one can use inflection, pauses, volume emphasis, and changes in the rate of delivery to help one's listeners follow.

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 refers to a webinar?

Which of the following describes the appropriate use of presentation software?

In an oral presentation, humor is a widely used technique to arouse the interest of the audience.

Which of the following is a verbal cue which can be used to make an impression with an audience when delivering an oral report?

When discussing a visual, one should not refer to it with physical action and words.

As with written forms of communication, oral presentations require careful planning and polishing.

Briefly describe the guidelines for web presentations.

A speaker used the following opening when giving a speech regarding the necessity for stringent anti-whaling laws: "Did you know that in late 1930s, more than 50,000 whales were killed annually?" This is an example of opening a presentation with a _____.

Which of the following is the most popular and effective method of presentation that involves first thoroughly preparing the speech, then preparing notes and presenting the speech from them?

Prezi and SlideRocket are popular _____ that people use to design visuals that go along with a report or a speech.

Presenters who use supporting visuals in electronic form begin their talk with a(n) _____ that conveys the point of the talk, the speaker's name, and the name and logo of the sponsoring company.

In presentations of technical topics to technical audiences, one can skip the attention-gaining opening.

Collaborative presentations require planning of physical aspects such as type of delivery, use of notes, and attire.

Which of the following is the order of preparing for an extemporaneous presentation?

List the pitfalls that a speaker must avoid when using presentation software for a speech or an oral report.

Which of the following is true of oral reports?

Which of the following methods of presentation is most difficult because missing out a word or two in a presentation can result in the speaker or the main audience becoming confused?

A significant difference between oral and written reports is that the readers of a written report, unlike the listeners of an oral report, control the pace of the communication.

Describe the elements to be considered when bringing a speech to a close and methods of making a close effective.

When delivering oral reports, one can use inflection, pauses, volume emphasis, and changes in the rate of delivery to help one's listeners follow.

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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