Public Speaking Quiz 1

What is one major benefit of public speaking mentioned in both the article and video?

• It helps you win arguments

• It makes you more popular

• It builds your confidence

• It guarantees career success

According to the article, what is a common feeling people experience before public speaking?

• Excitement

• Anger

• Stage fright

• Boredom

What is the main goal of an informative speech?

• To entertain people

• To teach or explain something

• To change people’s minds

• To motivate a crowd

Which type of speech tries to get people to take action or change their opinion?

• Informative

• Entertaining

• Persuasive

• Inspirational

What is one way public speaking can help you in school?

• You’ll never have to write essays again

• It helps you understand math better

• It helps you present projects and speak clearly

• It replaces the need to study

What example does the article give for an inspirational speech?

• A weather report on the news

• A coach motivating their team before a game

• A student telling jokes in class

• A scientist explaining an experiment

What is the best way to overcome fear of public speaking, according to both sources?

• Avoid public speaking whenever possible

• Speak louder than everyone else

• Practice regularly

• Memorize everything word-for-word

What's one reason the video suggests organizing your speech well?

• So you can skip the conclusion

• So your audience doesn't ask questions

• So your message is clear and easy to follow

• So you can sound smarter than others

Which of the following is an example of an entertaining speech?

• Explaining climate change with facts

• Convincing classmates to recycle

• Sharing a funny story from your life

• Motivating a team to work harder

How can public speaking help in your future career?

• You'll never have to talk to customers

• It allows you to stay quiet in meetings

• It helps you communicate ideas clearly and confidently

• It helps you avoid group projects