Presentation Skills Quiz

What is the first step in preparing a presentation?

• Select a topic

• Analyze your audience

• Create a PowerPoint

• Practice your delivery

What is the main purpose of the introduction in a presentation?

• To end the presentation

• To read from notes

• To explain the subject and gain audience interest

• To ask questions

Which of the following is a good opening line in a presentation?

• "I'm done now."

• "Goodbye and thank you."

• "I'd like to start by telling you a story..."

• "Please be quiet."

What does "outlining your structure into stages" mean?

• Reading your notes word by word

• Saying thank you many times

• Explaining the steps of your talk

• Giving all your recommendations at the start

What should you do when showing visuals during your presentation?

• Skip them

• Talk fast

• Give time to visuals

• Read them silently

Which is NOT recommended during the main body of a presentation?

• Modulating your voice

• Looking bored

• Keeping to your structure

• Using positive body language

What is the purpose of the conclusion?

• To talk about unrelated topics

• To introduce yourself

• To restate the main points and give recommendations

• To show a video

Which of these phrases can you use to invite questions?

• "That's all, goodbye."

• "I don't take questions."

• "Are there any questions?"

• "This is not the time for questions."

Which expression is used to give a recommendation?

• "I plan to stop now."

• "I therefore suggest the following strategies…"

• "That's all from me today."

• "Any last words?"

How should you act if someone asks a negative or difficult question?

• Ignore the question

• Look angry

• Stay polite and calm

• Walk away