Topic 4: How to speak in public

Knowing your audience is part of which main aspect?. Clarity. Confidence. Preparation. Audience engagement.

Which of the following helps improve clarity in a speech?. Speaking fast and loudly. Using technical language. Speaking clearly and slowly. Avoiding pauses.

Eye contact mainly helps to: Memorize the speech. Project confidence and connect with the audience. Control time. Reduce nervousness only.

Which element is NOT part of body language?. Gestures. Posture. Eye contact. Tone of voice.

What is the purpose of pauses in speech according to the topic?. To fill time. To replace gestures. To emphasize ideas. To avoid eye contact.

According to Mehrabian’s rule, which element has visual impact?. Content and words. Tone and rhythm. Gestures and posture. Vocabulary choice.

What does verbal impact mainly refer to?. The speaker’s clothing. The physical space. What we say and the content of the message. The audience’s reaction.

Why is clothing important when speaking in public?. It replaces preparation. It helps project confidence and identity. It reduces the need for eye contact. It controls vocal impact.

What is recommended regarding hand position?. Hands in pockets. Hands crossed. Open and visible hands. Hands behind the back.

What should be avoided during a presentation?. Silence. Eye contact. Filler words. Pauses.

Which technique helps engage the audience?. Reading slides. Asking questions and using stories. Avoiding interaction. Speaking monotonously.

According to Susan Weinschenk, attention usually begins to decline after: 3–5 minutes. 5–7 minutes. 7–10 minutes. 15–20 minutes.

What is the recommended structure for telling stories?. Conclusion → context → problem. Context → problem → solution → result. Problem → context → result. Images → data → conclusion.

How many main ideas per slide are recommended?. As many as possible. Two or three. One idea per slide (if possible). Only text slides.

What is the main purpose of using metaphors and stories?. To show creativity only. To simplify, engage emotionally and improve memorability. To reduce preparation time. To avoid data.

What is adaptability in public speaking?. Changing slides constantly. Adjusting speech to the audience and handling questions well. Memorizing the speech word by word. Speaking without preparation.

Which of the following is considered a tool for effective public speaking?. Long texts. Empathy and shared experiences. Technical jargon. Reading notes continuously.

What are the “three important things” highlighted in the topic?. Practice, confidence, humor. Visualize it, prepare it, repeat it. Prepare it, prepare it, prepare it. Speak louder, slower, clearer.

Stories and metaphors help a speech mainly because they: Make it longer. Increase complexity. Improve imagination, engagement and memorability. Replace preparation.

What is the first key aspect to consider when speaking in public?. Body language. Voice control. Preparation. Adaptability.