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1
Which of the following is NOT a basic purpose of an oral presentation?
A)To inform
B)To persuade
C)To recommend
D)To build goodwill
2
An oral presentation needs to be
A)simpler than a written message.
B)no simpler or more complex than a written message.
C)more complex than a written message.
D)None of the above
3
The PAIBOC techniques don't apply to oral presentations.
A)True
B)Flase
4
For visuals you prepare with a word processor, use at least
A)10-point type.
B)16-point type.
C)18-point type.
D)24-point type.
5
The beginning and end of a presentation are
A)less important than the rest of the presentation.
B)positions of emphasis.
C)optional; eliminate them to make presentations tighter.
D)None of the above
6
Presentations can be organized using all but which of the following,
A)Chronology
B)Exclude alternatives
C)1-2-3
D)A-B-C
7
Which of the following is not recommended to cat handhold an audiences attention
A)Stand still
B)Focus on the audience
C)Provide a hook relevant to the audience
D)Be animated
8
Few businesspeople expect a presentation to be persuasive.
A)True
B)False
9
Looking directly at the audience during a presentation makes you look more experienced.
A)True
B)False
10
The 1-2-3 pattern of organization gives all of the reasons in favor of something, then all of the reasons against it.
A)True
B)False
11
In divided group presentations, which of the following does not need to be planned
A)Transitions
B)Time limits
C)Choreography
D)All of the above
12
Your voice is one of your assets in a presentation. To find your best pitch,
A)Sing.
B)talk.
C)hum.
D)yell.
13
The best strategy for dealing with stage fright is
A)picturing the audience naked.
B)practicing, practicing, practicing.
C)Spend some time with the audience before the speech.
D)doing isometrics.
14
When you get up to speak, what should you do first?
A)Pause
B)Smile
C)Take a deep breath
D)Faint
15
Your presentation notes should contain
A)enough detail to help you if you go blank.
B)everything you are planning to say.
C)only a few words and phrases.
D)only a reference to the illustrations.
16
When you wrap up a question period after a presentation, take two minutes to
A)thank the audience.
B)summarize your main point.
C)ask if there are any other questions.
D)encourage applause.





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