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True or false:
1. Presenters are advised to add pauses to cut back on fillers words and sounds. T F
2. It is encouraged to speak in monotone voice as a symbol of respect to the audience. T F
3. It is advised to maintain eye contact with only influential audience during a presentation. T F
4. During a presentation speed up if you speak slowly. T F
5. It is advised to drop final letters of the words during a formal presentation. T F
6. Verbal presentations are more effective than visual ones. T F
7. Placing arms over chest is the best gesture to start a presentation with. T
F
8. Putting hands behind back is considered as a non-distracting position. T F
9. Handouts make a powerful visual aid if their use was planned appropriately. T F
10. Visual aids make long explanation of facts unnecessary. T F
11. Establishing rapport with the audience is something presenters should avoid. T F
12. For effective presentation slides, use as many bullet as possible. T F
13. Using too many slides during your presentation is better than not using any at all. T F
14. Using an unusual fact or statistic is a good technique to arouse audience interest. T F
15. Swaying back and forth like pendulum is an example of positive body language. T F
16. Informative presentations provide factual information to the audience. T
F
17. Audience analysis helps the presenter prepare well for the presentation. T F
18. Using transitions in presentations is not encouraged because they confuse the audience. T F
19. Audience analysis is important for constructing an attainable objective. T F
20. In any presentation, you should maintain a clear precise articulation. T F
21. When you identify people with influence, you should focus on two important roles: decision-maker and
opinion leader. T F
22. If the audience is unknown, the presenter should start analyzing the audience the first moments of the
presentation. T F
23. Collection demographic data about the audience meaning knowing the audience preferences.
T
F
24. Analyzing the secondary audience should enable presenters to gain allies and limits leaks. T F
25. When dealing with beginners or novice audience, the presenter should use jargon. T F
26. Using sarcasm is a good technique when dealing with audience of mixed background. T F
27. Failing to meet audience expectation is not a problem. T F
28. Credibility refers to the audience’s opinion of you and how they perceive your competence and
character. T F
29. Using idioms and metaphors is useful when addressing non-native speakers in your audience.
T F
30. Experts in the audience can be invited to participate in your presentation. T F
31. When presenting in a new country, you should research its cultural norms. T F
32. If you’re presenting confidential information, prepare this information in hard or electronic copy.
T F
33. When you are giving a speech, the key question to ask yourself is “Am I performing well?” T F
34. On a power point slide, irrelevant or inappropriate artwork is worse than no artwork at all. T F
35. In the conclusion, it is acceptable for the speaker to refer to something that was said in the
introduction.
T F
36. When using note cards, you should put your notes on both sides of each card to conserve space.
T F

B. Choose:
1. “By the end of my presentation, the audience will understand what a Rubik cube is.” This presentation
objective is NOT ………..
a. Results-oriented
b. Measurable
c. Worthwhile
2. ………… is one of the methods used to avoid distracting filter words and sounds.
a. Adding pauses
a. Avoiding stumbling over words
b. Adding low notes to high-pitched voice
3. The presenter is expected to say the main action or change in behavior that the audience will take as a
result to him or her in the presentation ………..
a. Purpose
b. Type
c. Key message
4. Influential audience include …………..
a. Gate keepers and opinion leaders
b. Opinion leaders and decision makers
b. Gate keepers, opinion leaders and decision makers
5. Negotiations a project schedule and tasks is an example of which of the following?
a. Tell situation
b. Consult situation
c. Join situation
d. Sell situation

6. A presentation objective has to adhere to which of the following criteria?

a. To be focused on influential audience
b. To be culturally sensitive
c. To be result-oriented and audience-focused
c. To consider secondary audience
7. ………… is one of the techniques to address second language issues in your presentation.
a. Identifying a jargon
b. Adjusting delivery
c. Inviting experts to be part of the talk
8. The visual aids have three functional levels:
a. Experiential, visual and demonstration
b. Experiential, visual and representational
d. Experiential, demonstration and representational
9. Creating a positive self-image is an example of which the following techniques?
e. General techniques to manage nervousness
f. Physical techniques to manage nervousness
g. Mental techniques to manage nervousness
h. None of the above
10. Which of the following is considered a visual aid?
a. LCDs
b. A flip chart
c. Electronic data projector
d. All of the above
11. An example of Tell Presentation is to ………………………………………………….
a. Negotiate a project schedule and tasks
b. Discuss employee turnover
c. Encourage community support for wind power
 d. Review “best practices” for campus recruiting
12. An example of Consult Presentation is to ……………………………………………
a. Share concerns about a new travel policy
b. Solve a technology problem as a group
c. Motivate sales team to build off this year’s success
d. Highlight the element of my business plan
13. An example of Join Presentation is to …………………………………………………
a. Explain rationale for the new dividend policy
b. Analyze potential computer security problems
c. Brainstorm division goals
d. Motivate sales team to build off this year’s success
14. An example of Sell Presentation is to …………………………………………………
a. Pitch your proposal for new corporate headquarters
b. Discuss my vision for the organization
c. Get reactions to the strategic plan
d. Explain the reasons behind a change in the company’s policy
15. ............. Are designed to move listeners to specific action or change their attitude towards an issue.
a. Motivational and entertaining presentation
b. Motivational and informative presentation
c. Motivational and persuasive presentation
d. Motivational and decision-making presentation
16. The elements of the presentation are ……………………………………………………
a. Audience, presenter and message
b. Presenter, message, Audience and medium
c. Presenter and audience
d. Audience, presenter and visual aids
17. ………… is the ability to persuade listeners, using the power of the speaker’s reputation or credentials.
a. Pathos
b. Legos
c. Ethos
d. Credibility
18. Instructional presentation ………………………..
a. Stick to the facts and avoid complicated information
b. Give specific directions or orders
c. Make people think about certain problem or situation
 d. Convince your listeners to accept your proposal
19. Which of the following is a stress-trigged hormone that simulates heart, lungs, and muscles?
a. Estrogen
b. Adrenalin
c. Testosterone
d. Cortisone
20. When a speaker use non-verbal symbols that contradict verbal symbols, her or she is sending
……………………….. Message.
a. Clear
b. Mixed
c. Negative
d. Controversial
21. Which of the following techniques is advisable for a speaker who wants distribute a 5-page handout of
text material?
a. Pass around the handout during the speech and tell the audience to stay with you and not read
ahead.
b. Use an overhead transparency to project the handout on the screen so that everyone can read it
at the same time.
c. Distribute the handout a few minutes before you start speaking.
d. Distribute the handout after the question and answer session.
22. Which term is used in describing the part of the introduction that is designed to capture the audience
interest?
a. Orienting material
b. Hook
c. Clincher
d. Attention material
23. Which of the following statements is acceptable as part of a formal conclusion of a speech?
a. “I would like to summarize my key points”
b. “I am sorry I didn’t have time to prepare”
c. "I have one more important point to make”
d. “I guess that’s all I have to say”
24. In the conclusion, it is acceptable for the speaker to refer to something that was said in the spoke on a
boring, technical topic, you have failed to consider the audience ……………
a. Educational level
b. Psychology
 c. Ethical principles
d. Expectations
25. A speaker sprinkles his talk with examples from astronomy – examples that most of the audience do not
comprehend. The speaker is guilty of failing to consider the audience’s …………………………..
a. Age
b. Gender
c. Occupation
d. Educational background
26. At the beginning of a speech, some listeners have the attitude, “what’s in it for me?” for such listeners,
which one of the following techniques would be most appropriate in the introduction?
a. Cite a question
b. Arouse curiosity
c. Provide a visual aid
d. Give an incentive to listen
27. Which of the following is used to convey verbal symbols?
a. Gestures
b. Tones of voice
c. Words
d. Facial expressions
28. Which of the following is the most effective means of emphasizing words on large visuals?
a. Underlining
b. Bold print
c. Italics
d. Lower-case letters

C. Writing
● Rewrite the following statement correcting the error in the content.
1. Too much nervousness can give valuable positive to a presenter.
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2. Memorizing a speech is important in focusing on the content and achieving the objectives.
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3. Using visual aids does not help the speaker; it only helps the audience.
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4. If you experience a dry throat during the first few minutes of a speech, you’re doomed.
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5. Throughout a speech, you should ask yourself, “How am I performing?”
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● Provide answers for the questions below.
1. What is meant by WILFM? Why is it important to answer the WILFM question in any presentation?
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With my best wishes

Hesham Hussien Elsayed