public Speaking chapter 11 review – Flashcards
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presentation media
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technical and material resources ranging from presentation software and real time web access(RWA) to flip charts and handouts that speakers use to highlight, clarify, and complement the information they present orally
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Transparencies
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a clear acetate page displayed by means of an overhead projector
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webidence
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web sources displayed as evidence during a speech, found by using real-time web access or webpage capture software
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T or F. Highlighting, clarifying, and complementing your oral presentation is what media presentation is all about
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true
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T or F. You can easily obtain transparencies relevant to almost any topic simply by searching them out at any university library, where thousands are on file
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false
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T or F. A white board or chalkboard is an excellent way of presenting materials during your speech
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false
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T or F. If used correctly, presentation software will basically give your speech with minimal input from you.
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false
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T or F. Oral materials should be supported with digital slides, not be dominated by them
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true
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T or F. According to your textbook, when using transparencies and an overhead projector its best to keep the projector on for the duration of the speech
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false
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T or F. According to your textbook, it is almost always the case that handouts should only be given out BEFORE your speech.
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false
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T or F. According to your textbook, when using digital slides a speaker should write out complete sentences—rather than just key words or phrases.
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false
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T or F. When using digital slides in your speech, the color of the background of the slides and the color of the text you should strive to offer a high contrast between the two
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true
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T or F. Whatever presentation media you use, always keep your focus on the audience (not on the media).
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true
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T or F. Webidence refers to using real-time web access in your speeches
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true
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T or F. Always make sure your audience has an unobstructed view of your presentation media.
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true
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T or F. Traditional presentation media has no place in modern day speechmaking.
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false
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Presentation media should do which of the following?
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A. help your audience remember you main ideas B. stimulate an emotional reaction C. clarify a key point
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It is usually best to distribute handouts when?
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after your speech
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Effectively managing your technology requires
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planning and practice
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Using a video clip during your speech could
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A. elicit an emotional response from the audience. B. disturb the relationship between speaker and audience. C. improve the audience's recall of your speech.
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Which statement best describes the use of presentation media?
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Keep presentation media simple and brief.
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An excellent medium for documenting good ideas during a brainstorming session is _______.
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flip chart
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The most versatile and dynamic multimedia tool for most public speaking purposes is _________.
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presentation software for your computer
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The most effective use of presentation software is for_________.
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visual representation
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If using colors for your digital slides, the colors should
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contrast greatly
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You can use RWA to demonstrate how to do something special on the web, such as displaying articles found on websites that support your topic. RWA stands for _____?
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real time web access
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One advantage of RWA is that
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it provides a sense of immediacy to your speech.
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Arriving at the speech site early and checking on the technical equipment for your speech helps you
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A. avoid technical problems. B. increase your confidence that things will go smoothly. C. manage your nervousness
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With all of the resources available to you today, remember that the best delivery system for communicating ideas to your audience is _________.
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you
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When deciding which presentation media to use in your speech, you should consider
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A. the make-up of your audience. B. the equipment available to you. C. the size and physical lay-out of the space.
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When using digital slides as your presentation media, you should
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make sure the fonts are large enough for everyone to read easily
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Which of the following presentation media is NOT recommended for a brainstorming session with the audience?
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transparencies
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"A copy of an object, usually built to scale, that represents the object in detail" is the description of which presentation media?
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model
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According to your textbook, video clips during your speech should
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be short in length and only come from youtube
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Mary is preparing her digital slide show for her informative speech. According to your book which type of special effect is the best choice?
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Mary should avoid using special effects
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Which of the following is discussed as a tip for effective presentation of media?
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A. Speak to the audience, not your media B. Consider the room and audience C. Practice with your media
