Public Speaking Read and Respond

What should take place before beginning a speech?

• You must command the space.

• You must be prepared.

• You must project your voice.

• You must ask for feedback.

Which of these is an appropriate way to prepare before giving a speech?

• Make eye-contact with your audience.

• Make sure everyone hears you.

• Use your hands when speaking.

• Practice in front of the mirror and in front of friends or family.

What does it mean to project your voice?

• Yell at everyone in the space.

• Speak loudly so that others can hear you.

• Mumble under your breath.

• Use a presentation and poster board for your speech.

Why is it important to conquer your fear of public speaking?

• It helps you understand how your nerves affect your ability to speak.

• It helps you ask your parents for things without being afraid.

• It teaches you how to be calm.

• It helps break the ice in small conversations.

Which two things show why it's important to know your audience?

• Understand why your audience is listening to capture their attention.

• Bribe them to keep them from falling asleep.

• Don't tell the audience you're nervous.

• Be clear about your speech goals so that you won't ramble or repeat yourself.

Which of these is NOT suggested to help conquer your fear of public speaking?

• Eat or drink water before speaking to calm your nerves.

• Tell the audience you're nervous and ask them to bear with you.

Which of the following shows the audience that a speaker has confidence?

• Reading directly from a speech without looking up.

• Speaking with note cards.

Which of the following is the most effective way to learn from your mistakes after giving a public speech?

• Ask for feedback after giving your speech by speaking with peers and observers.

• Rewrite your speech and memorize it. Then, recite it in front of the mirror alone.

• Watch someone on video give a public speech and take their suggestions.

• Pretend that you're somewhere else when you're speaking to calm your nerves.

What does it mean to add your own style when speaking publicly?

• Stand as straight as a board and speak in a monotone voice.

• Act like a clown to get everyone's attention.

• Speak how everyone expects you to speak.

• Let your personality shine when speaking.

If you don't enjoy yourself while giving your speech, your audience will...

• --clap voraciously because they enjoy your speech.

• --be bored because you they think you're bored.

• --quietly encourage you to keep speaking.

• --throw rotten tomatoes at the stage.