Presenting

Spoken language can be more persuasive than written language because...

• Speeches are always shorter.

• Speeches allow you to use your voice and body as well as words to make your point.

• People don't like to read.

• Speeches allow you to explain your points in greater detail than essays.

Evidence is presented in the body of your speech. When should you unleash your best evidence?

• First only

• Last only

• First or last --depending on what will have the greatest impact.

• The middle is the safest place.

A formula for presenting an argument with two premises leading to an inescapable conclusion is called a...

• deduction

• curfew

• syllogism

• fallacy

TRUE / FALSE: It is NOT important to rehearse your speech before you present it.

• True

• False

Which of the following are qualities of a good persuasive speech? (Mark all that apply.)

• Focusing on an issue that has deep meaning for the speaker

• Includes specific and valid evidence

• Is dramatic and convincing

• Has practiced pitch, a serious tone, and appropriate volume at all points.

• Uses appropriate gestures, pauses, and eye contact to maximize effectiveness.

According to your textbook, where is the best place in your speech to use famous quotations? (Select all that apply.)

• The Introduction

• The Body

• The Conclusion

• Never

According to your textbook, where should you place your "call to action" (where you ask your audience to take specific action.)

• The Introduction

• The body

• The conclusion

• Never

To make your essay sound as natural and convincing as a speech, you will need to make some changes.

• True

• False

What is the correct verb form in the sentence: 'She enjoys _______ her work to the audience.'?

• present

• presenting

• presents

• presented

Which of the following sentences uses the word 'presenting' correctly?

• He was presenting a gift to his friend.

• She is presenting at the conference yesterday.

• They presenting their ideas tomorrow.

• We will presenting the results now.