Question 1

Your textbook discusses four components of physical delivery (eye contact, facial expression, gestures, and posture and body movement). Choose two components and describe a technique that would help you improve your physical delivery. Go beyond a simple sentence such as "I will speak louder." Rather, describe the techniques and exercises you will use to speak louder.

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Question 2

Despite most people's worst fears, audiences are usually kind to speakers. They are willing to forgive and forget an honest mistake.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Eye scan involves glancing at a specific section of your notes or manuscript and then looking up at your audience to speak.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 4

Lack of inflection while speaking results in

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A)  a loss of breath. 
B)  a monotone voice. 
C)  a lack of clarity. 
D)  speaker fatigue. 
E)  none of the above

Question 5

You have been asked to deliver a speech using a lectern. Explain how to take advantage of the lectern so it does not become a crutch or barrier during your presentation.

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Question 6

Explain the importance of effective breath control when making a presentation. Then describe the deep breathing exercise recommended in the textbook as a way to improve the kind of breathing that produces strong, sustained vocal quality.

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Question 7

Which of the following presentation situations is best suited for impromptu speaking?

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A)  In the middle of a staff meeting, your boss tells you to summarize the status of a project you are working on. You didn't intend to make this presentation today. 
B)  You are scheduled to conduct a workshop for your coworkers on how to use the company's new email system. You have a month to prepare for the workshop. 
C)  Because of your great success, you have been invited to be the commencement speaker at your former high school's graduation ceremony. The local newspaper will print your address the day after the ceremony. 
D)  You will be giving a scheduled presentation in your biology class about the nature of evolution. 
E)  You will represent the alumni of your college by speaking at the annual fundraising banquet.

Question 8

Explain two advantages and two disadvantages of using impromptu, extemporaneous, manuscript, and memorized modes of presentation delivery.

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Question 9

In general, font size for software-generated presentation slides should be no smaller than __________ points.

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A)  12 
B)  16 
C)  20 
D)  24 
E)  36

Exam 14: Language and Delivery