Presentation Skills Quiz

During a class presentation, Ellie is standing in front of his classmates. What is one way she can demonstrate poise while presenting?

• Speak very quickly

• Appear calm and confident

• Avoid making eye contact

• Use a monotone voice

Answer explanation

To demonstrate poise, Ellie should appear calm and confident. This conveys assurance and engages her audience, while speaking quickly, avoiding eye contact, or using a monotone voice would detract from her presentation.

Tags

CCSS.RL.8.3

CCSS.RL.5.3

CCSS.RL.6.3

CCSS.RL.7.3

CCSS.RL.9-10.3

During a class presentation, Harper wants to maintain poise in front of her classmates. Which behavior should she avoid?

• Smiling

• Distracting behaviors

• Standing still

• Using gestures

Answer explanation

Harper should avoid distracting behaviors, as they can undermine her poise and focus during the presentation. Smiling, standing still, and using gestures can enhance her delivery.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

Helen is giving a presentation in class. How should she speak to ensure clarity?

• Mumble softly

• Speak every word clearly

• Whisper

• Shout loudly

Answer explanation

To ensure clarity in her presentation, Helen should speak every word clearly. This allows her audience to understand her message, unlike mumbling, whispering, or shouting, which can hinder communication.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

Leo is giving a presentation in a large classroom. What is important about the volume of his voice?

• It should be as loud as possible

• It should be just the right volume for the space

• It should be very quiet

• It should vary constantly

Answer explanation

The volume of Leo's voice should be just the right volume for the space to ensure that all audience members can hear him clearly without straining, which enhances communication and engagement during his presentation.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

Emma is giving a presentation to her classmates. How can she express life in her voice during her presentation?

• Speak in a monotone

• Express passion and emotion

• Avoid any emotion

• Speak very slowly

Answer explanation

To express life in her voice, Emma should express passion and emotion. This engages her audience and makes her presentation more impactful, unlike speaking in a monotone or avoiding emotion, which can make her presentation dull.

Tags

CCSS.RL.5.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

Grace is giving a presentation to her classmates. What is one way she can connect visually with her audience during her talk?

• Use complex vocabulary

• Connect visually with the audience

• Stand still

• Speak quietly

Answer explanation

Connecting visually with the audience helps engage them and makes the presentation more effective. This choice emphasizes interaction, unlike the other options that may hinder communication.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

During a class presentation, Olivia makes sure to look at each audience member while speaking. Why is this important?

• To make them uncomfortable

• To ensure they are paying attention

• To connect with them

• To memorize their faces

Answer explanation

Looking at each audience member helps Olivia connect with them, making her presentation more engaging and effective. This connection fosters a better understanding and keeps the audience involved.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.2

CCSS.RL.6.1

CCSS.RL.6.2

CCSS.RL.7.1

CCSS.RL.7.2

During a class presentation, Daniel wants to engage his audience effectively. Which of the following is a recommended gesture for him to use?

• Use hand motions

• Keep hands in pockets

• Cross arms

• Stand rigidly

Answer explanation

Using hand motions helps Daniel engage his audience by emphasizing key points and making his presentation more dynamic. In contrast, keeping hands in pockets, crossing arms, or standing rigidly can create a barrier between him and the audience.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RI.6.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

Oliver is about to give a presentation to his class. What should he do with his body to enhance his presentation?

• Move your body

• Stand still

• Turn your back to the audience

• Sit down

Answer explanation

Moving your body during a presentation helps engage the audience and convey enthusiasm. It can enhance communication and make the presentation more dynamic, unlike standing still or sitting down, which can appear less engaging.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7

Soka is giving a presentation to her class. How can she use her face to improve communication during her presentation?

• Have an expressive face

• Keep a blank expression

• Look at the floor

• Close your eyes

Answer explanation

Having an expressive face helps convey emotions and engage the audience, making the presentation more effective. A blank expression, looking at the floor, or closing eyes would hinder communication.

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.7

CCSS.RL.8.7

CCSS.RL.6.7

CCSS.RI.7.7

CCSS.RL.7.7