delivering effective presentations

What will Tori want to do less of when she is delivering her speech?

C. reading from her notes

Which strategies for effective presentations is Ian using in his opening? Check all that apply.

A, B, E; using a hook in his opening detailing the speech's objectives letting his audience know what to expect

Which are techniques of skilled speakers? Check all that apply.

A, B, E; using a hook to capture the audience's attention covering two to five objectives in their introduction providing the most significant points at the beginning and end of their speeches

Which are examples of effective verbal strategies? Check all that apply.

A, C, D, F; articulating your words varying the pitch of your voice using different rates of speech projecting your voice

A foreign exchange student from Italy is giving a presentation on Italian cuisine to an audience of professional cooks. What is the best presentation style for this purpose?

B. a formal one, with the use of visual aids

Read the sentence from the opening speech on the sport of long-distance bike riding. I never thought I would make riding bikes my profession. In fact, when I was young, I fell off my bike so much that my dad forbid me from ever getting on my bike! Which type of hook is being used?

D. a funny story

When speaking in public, two ways to combat nervousness are to get enough rest the night before the speech and to avoid sugary foods and caffeine the day of your speech. What are three other ways to fight a case of the nerves?

Practice your speech multiple times. Use relaxation techniques. Stay positive.