Professional Speaking and Presentations

Which of the following are included in the the five functions of an introduction of a speech?

• State the purpose of your speech

• Establish credibility

• Preview main ideas

• State the purpose of your speech

Which of the following is not an acceptable concluding device?

• Concluding with a challenge

• Concluding with a quotation

• Concluding with a *mic drop*

• Concluding by proposing a solution.

A Quotation is.....

• Exactly what the person said

• A summary of what the person said.

• The title of a text

What is the purpose of a thesis sentence (Topic sentence)?

• To summarize your point of view.

• To introduce the supporting details.

• To provide the purpose of the speech

• To conclude the speech

Any mistake within a speech ruins the speech entirely.

• True

• False

Being nervous before a speech guarantees a poor speaking performance.

• True

• False

The best way to prepare for a speech is to memorize it word for word and regurgitate it?

• True

• False

Should you dress for an online interview in the same manner as an in-person interview?

• Yes

• No

What should you NOT do during an interview?

• Dress appropriately

• Speak negatively about previous roles

• Envisage the interview beginning as soon as you meet the interviewer

• Remain focused

How many syllables are their in the word congratulate?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four