Presentation Skills Quiz

What are the two most important elements to delivering a great presentation?

• Structure and Slides

• Visuals and Color

• Practice and Timing

• Preparation/Planning and Practice

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

What should a PowerPoint Presentation convey?

• No visuals

• Lots of text and information

• A complex and confusing message

• A clear and meaningful message

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

How should you organize your presentation structure?

• Random order

• No need for a conclusion

• Only have an introduction

• Into introduction, body, and conclusion

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

What should you include in your introduction and conclusion slides?

• No need for a conclusion slide

• Clearly state what your presentation is about and summarize key points

• No need for an introduction slide

• Include lots of text and information

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What font and size should you use for your slides?

• Large, simple font like Century Gothic, Calibri, Times New Roman Size 18, 20, 24 etc.

• Small and fancy font

• No need for font and size

• Different font on each slide

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

Approximately how much time should you spend per point/slide?

• 2 minutes

• 30 seconds

• 60 seconds

• 5 minutes

What is the number one fear in a survey related to public speaking?

• Public speaking

• Heights

• Flying

• Spiders

What should you do if you have a shaky voice during a presentation?

• Pause, smile, take a drink

• Ignore it

• Run off the stage

• Yell loudly

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

How can you appear more confident during a presentation?

• Speak softly and mumble

• Look at the floor

• Slouch, avoid eye contact, frown

• Stand tall, open your chest, smile, make eye contact

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RI.9-10.7

CCSS.RL.11-12.8

CCSS.RL.9-10.7

What is a key takeaway point for delivering a successful presentation?

• Winging it is fine

• Preparation is key

• Don't practice at all

• Anxiety is good

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.11-12.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.2