Ch 15: Delivering Presentations

Which of the following can occur if the lights are turned off during a slide presentation?

Audience members can become sleepy. The slides become the focus of the presentation.

Which of the following are the benefits for a speaker of arriving early to a speech or presentation?

adjusting the presentation if needed being able to assess the room and equipment seeing who will be attending

Nancy is giving a presentation in a venue that she has never been to before. Which of the following is the most important thing she should do?

She should arrive at least an hour before the presentation

When showing slides for a business presentation in a room that allows you to dim only the lights next to the screen, you should remember to do which of the following? Multiple choice question.

Stand where you are in full light.

Jacob's team is giving a presentation. Which of the following would be the best choice for presenting a united front?

The team should wear the same formality of attire and stand close to one another on the stage.

Which of the following is a common mistake made by speakers during a slide presentation?

They spend too much time with their backs to the audience.

True or false: A good speaker will involve the audience as much as possible without taking too much time or straying from the speech topic.

True

Which of the following are ways an audience member can show support to a speaker during a business presentation?

asking message-focused questions maintaining eye contact

What are two disadvantages of distributing handouts during a business presentation?

audience will stop paying attention.

Which of the following are benefits that you obtain by rehearsing a business presentation?

awareness of places to highlight with nonverbal communication increased familiarity with the content discovery of areas where content needs to be altered

When giving a presentation, nervousness is only dysfunctional when a speaker

cannot deliver the content.

During a business presentation, handouts are used

for information that does not project well in slide form.

Which of the following are open-stance gestures for a business speaker?

keeping arms at the sides of the body using palms-up gestures

What are things that good speakers will do when involving the audience in their presentations?

limit the amount of time spent interacting with listeners make sure questions and discussion stay on topic

Which of the following are visual aids that can be used in business presentations?

screencast videos electronic slides

Which of the following are elements of the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication?

smile nod tone

Which of the following best helps you connect with your audience members and convey enthusiasm for your topic?

smiling

A speaker's nonverbal communication influences how audience members perceive which two of the following?

the speaker's credibility the message delivered by the speaker

When a business speech is about people, which of the following generally occur?

The presentation of any statistics becomes livelier. The audience becomes more confident in the speaker.

Constance's team was organized and efficient. When the team learned it would be giving a team presentation at the annual meeting, its members immediately divided up the work equally. The members worked independently but did not need to check up on one another, since each member was reliable and would not do anything to let down the team. The presentation itself was not particularly effective, and audience members appeared distracted. Which of the following is the most likely reason the presentation was unsuccessful?

The team did not collaborate about the overall presentation.

Which of the following is the likely result if team members continually check in with one another about key objectives and messages while preparing a team presentation? Multiple choice question.

Their presentation will be cohesive and more influential.

Which of the following are examples of unsupportive behavior by an audience member during a business presentation?

yawning texting

Which of the following should you and your team members do to make your presentation the most effective?

you should pay attention to each other presenting.

What are recommended relaxation techniques for managing nervousness in preparation for a presentation?

Exercising a day or so before the event. Listening to music that you enjoy. Stretching.

Which of the following statements about nervousness and public speaking are true?

Feeling nervousness in public speaking can be a benefit. Experiencing nervousness in public speaking is normal. Nervousness can result in a more passionate presentation.

What is the significance of an open stance in a business presentation?

It is a warm and inviting form of nonverbal communication.

If all the audience members are sitting in back rows for a speech presentation, which of the following are recommended steps to take?

Make a point of moving closer to the audience members. Ask the audience members to move forward.

Consistent deep breathing as part of a presentation is effective in

enhancing voice timber. improving the tone of the voice. helping maintain a confident posture.

Which of the following are forms of nonverbal communication used by effective business speakers?

eye contact business attire

When describing electronic slides during a business presentation, the speaker's ______ should be towards the audience.

face

True or false: How audience members perceive a business presentation speaker's authenticity impacts how they regard the speaker's message.

true

Place the following categories of attire in order according to their level of formality, with the most formal attire at the top.

formal business attire business casual casual

Using the SOFTEN model of nonverbal communication allows you to project

friendliness. self-assurance.

The primary focus of a business presentation with visual aids should be

the speaker.

Sun's team is giving an important presentation on a new heart rate monitor. Pablo is energetic and charming but physically uncoordinated. Jisoo is an experienced yoga instructor who can lower or increase her heart rate by controlling her breath. Thorin is methodical, calm, and introverted. Sun has experience as a math tutor. Which of the following roles would be most appropriate?

Sun should explain any numerical information about the heart rate monitor. Jisoo should demonstrate how the heart rate monitor works.

Cleo's team will be giving a group presentation. Which of the following should the team do to ensure a cohesive team presentation?

Team members should communicate with each other about the objectives while preparing. Team members should be united in the team's key objectives and messages.

Which of the following statements are true about the fear of public speaking?

The fear is generally greater for important occasions. It is a common fear.

In what ways can a question-and-answer session of a business presentation be a risk for the speaker?

The questions may throw the speaker off topic. Audience members' questions may be difficult.

What is the main rationale for not starting to show slides as soon as you begin a presentation that features slides?

You should first make a connection with your audience.

At a business presentation, a speaker should begin to use slides

after a spoken opening.

When giving a business presentation, a speaker should dress with ______ than the members of the audience.

greater formality

Taking a few deep breaths has which of the following effects before a presentation?

it quells nervousness

During a business presentation, a speaker might have to incorporate changes quickly if

listeners make comments. audience members ask questions.

A speaker can prepare for the unexpected during a business presentation by

maintaining an attitude of flexibility. mastering the presentation's content.

What is a recommended practice when you are answering a question from a member of the audience that requires you to quickly come up with a response?

pausing before giving the answer

In the context of a business speech, audience members primarily enjoy hearing about

people.

When speakers choose not to rehearse before giving a business presentation, audience members will typically perceive which two of the following?

the speaker's disorganization the speaker's vagueness

Which of the following would be effective transitions in a team presentation?

"Hakim will now share some ideas about how to improve student engagement." "Now, here's Samer to continue the discussion with a focus on achieving our sales goals."

Which of the following are relaxation techniques that can help limit nervousness before a presentation?

+ attending a film + emptying your mind + meditating

True or false: If adequately rehearsed, business presentations always go according to the speaker's plans.

False

Fran is finishing up her portion of the team presentation and passes the speaking role to Maia. She says, "Maia will now discuss the benefits of core strength exercises on running. She'll share her personal story about how strengthening her core resulted in fewer running injuries and how this led to a personal best in the local marathon last year. She'll also demonstrate some of the exercises, such as the side plank and the bridge." Which of the following best explains the effect of this transition?

Fran took opportunities from Maia and prevented Maia from being able to showcase her main points.

Which of the following are benefits of pausing before answering questions in a business presentation?

It helps make you feel more composed. It makes you seem more thoughtful It gives you time to contemplate a response.

Which of the following typically occur when you smile during a presentation?

Listeners are more likely to view you favorably. You make a positive connection with listeners.

It is beneficial for a speaker to take questions at a business presentation for which of the following reasons?

The speaker will have a better chance to explain parts of the message. Audience members will feel that the speaker cares about addressing their needs.

What are some benefits of using a remote control to advance slides during a business presentation?

You are free to move around the room. You can more easily continue eye contact with the audience.

Which of the following are accomplished by referring to one another throughout a team presentation?

You ensure your comments connect with your teammates' contributions. You demonstrate that your team is united.

What should you plan to do in the days after you have given a business presentation?

You should consider sending a brief email note thanking the audience members for attending. You should take steps to help develop ongoing professional relationships as a result of the presentation. You should reply to any audience members to whom you made promises about providing additional information.

Which of the following best explains what you should do during your team presentation to show your team is united?

You should refer to one another throughout the presentation.

As part of the preparation process, a business speaker should

consider possible questions from the audience.

During an internal business presentation, a speaker's credibility can be increased through which two of the following?

demonstrating knowledge about a business issue. explaining how a business idea will improve the company.

What result can a speaker anticipate by mingling with audience members after a business presentation?

developing professional connections

When you are deciding where to stand during a speech or presentation, you should choose a location that will do which of the following?

give you the best eye contact with listeners place you near the listeners

For business speakers, attire influences

how others perceive them.