What is "PVLEGS" used for?

To remember the keys to a successful presentation

To remember how to write a speech

To remind the speaker to use their legs while presenting

connecting visually with your audience

Expressing passion and emotion when presenting

using emotions and being expressive when presenting

Using pauses for effect and emphasis

Looking at each audience member

Which of the following best defines a "filler" in speech?

A word or sound that disrupts the main message of a speaker.

A word or sound that enhances the main message of a speaker.

A word or sound that is intentionally inserted into the main message of a speaker to fill pauses.

A word or sound that is intentionally omitted from the main message of a speaker.

How are fillers generally perceived according to one major school of thought?

As a disruption to normal patterned speech.

As enhancing the normal patterned speech.

As a sign of confidence in speaking.

As a crucial element of effective communication.

What is the primary concern associated with excessive use of fillers?

They can hinder career development and professional success.

They enhance the credibility of the speaker.

They demonstrate confidence in the speaker's message.

They contribute positively to the audience's perception of the speaker.

According to evidence presented, what effect does greater use of fillers have on the credibility of a presenter?

It has no effect on credibility.

It depends on the context of the presentation.

Fillers are described as "speech disfluency." What does this term imply?

A disruption to the normal flow of speech patterns.

A smooth and uninterrupted flow of speech.

Anything that enhances the effectiveness of speech.

A sign of exceptional eloquence.

What is one potential consequence of excessive filler use on the audience's comprehension of the message?

Distracted attention from the message.

Enhanced understanding of the content.

Increased focus on the important scientific content.

Improved retention of the presentation.

How might the audience react to a speaker's frequent use of fillers during a presentation?

They may track the filler words instead of the important content.

They may become more engaged with the content.

They may focus more on the speaker's body language.

They may feel more inclined to ask questions.

Why does the current emphasis on extemporaneous presentation styles contribute to increased filler use?

Because fillers are prominent features of contemporary conversational speech.

Because it encourages speakers to use more scripted language.

Because it discourages speakers from using conversational speech.

Because it requires speakers to speak slowly and deliberately.

What is suggested as a reason for the introduction of heightened filler use when speaking too quickly?

Presenters may struggle to properly process speech at faster speeds.

Speakers have better control over their speech at faster speeds.

It allows for a more engaging presentation.

It is easier to identify the next word, phrase, or statement.

What role does inadequate preparation or practice time play in the use of fillers during formal speech?

It increases uncertainty and leads to more filler usage.

It reduces uncertainty and encourages clear transitions

It has no effect on filler usage.

It encourages speakers to rely more on scripted speech.

According to the passage, what is the first step in changing the behavior of using fillers in speech?

Seeking feedback from colleagues or mentors.

Practicing silence instead of using vocal fillers.

Reviewing recordings of other people's presentations.

Increasing the speed of speech delivery.

How does the passage suggest organizing presentation content to reduce filler usage?

By "chunking" content to include natural pauses after statements.

By speaking continuously without breaks

By avoiding natural pauses to maintain audience engagement.

By incorporating lengthy pauses between statements.

What is emphasized as an alternative to using vocal fillers during pauses?

Incorporating filler words strategically.

What is suggested as a method to reduce the use of fillers during presentations?

Simplifying the wording of challenging sections.

Increasing the complexity of speech transitions.

Incorporating more filler words strategically.

Memorizing longer passages of speech.

How can speakers prepare for smoother transitions between statements?

By practicing transitions until they are well-established.

By relying solely on pre-practiced transitions.

By avoiding the use of transition statements altogether.

By speaking quickly to minimize pauses between statements.

According to the passage, what has been linked to less frequent use of fillers during presentations?

Maintaining eye contact with the audience.

Avoiding gestures and facial expressions

Reading directly from a script.

Expressing emotions or attitudes through facial movements.

Communication through deliberate movements and signals.

Conveying information through clothing, hairstyle, cleanliness, etc.

The role of the eyes in indicating emotions or intentions.

Vocal aspects such as tone, loudness, and inflection.

The use of touch to convey emotions such as affection or sympathy.

The distance and space individuals perceive as belonging to them.

Using objects and images to communicate nonverbally about one's interests or values.

TEST UNIT 3 Delivery

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English

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9th - 12th Grade

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Practice Problem

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Easy

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CCSS

RI.9-10.7, RL.2.6, SL.9-10.4

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

10 mins • 1 pt

The skill of poise in public speaking is about

appearing calm and confident

realizing what our annoying tics are and training ourselves to stop them

being intentional about stance, movement, and posture

all of the above

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CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

10 mins • 1 pt

There are three elements of voice students work on

feelings, humor, and nervousness

pace, gestures, and volume

volume, enunciation, and avoiding odd vocal patterns

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

10 mins • 1 pt

Life, defined in terms of public speaking, is

the condition of human existence

adding emotion to our voices, showing that we actually care about our subject matter

being calm and confident when speaking

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

10 mins • 1 pt

The two key points in eye contact are that you should meet the gaze of as many people in the audience as you can and you should familiarize yourself with your speech rather than memorize it.

True

False

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CCSS.SL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

10 mins • 1 pt

The kinds of gestures you should be aware of when public speaking are

those with the hands

those with the face

those with the body

all of the above

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

10 mins • 1 pt

The kinds of gestures you should be aware of when public speaking are

those with the hands

those with the face

those with the body

all of the above

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

10 mins • 1 pt

When pacing your speech it is important to remember to use the pace to enhance your message and pause for effect during your presentation.

True

False

Tags

CCSS.SL.9-10.4

CCSS.SL.9-10.6

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TEST UNIT 3 Delivery

36 questions

The skill of poise in public speaking is about

There are three elements of voice students work on

Life, defined in terms of public speaking, is

The two key points in eye contact are that you should meet the gaze of as many people in the audience as you can and you should familiarize yourself with your speech rather than memorize it.

The kinds of gestures you should be aware of when public speaking are

The kinds of gestures you should be aware of when public speaking are

When pacing your speech it is important to remember to use the pace to enhance your message and pause for effect during your presentation.

Which part of PVLEGS encourages you to appear calm and confident?

What is "PVLEGS" used for?

Susan waves to her friend Sally. This is what type of communication?

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