Author Question: When checking the location of your presentation in advance, you shouldc A) not worry about ... (Read 46 times)

mikaylakyoung · **on:** Jun 23, 2018

When checking the location of your presentation in advance, you shouldc

A) not worry about seating arrangementsthey have no effect on how you deliver your remarks.
B) always request a whiteboard, even if you aren't sure you will need it.
C) think carefully about the seating of the audience.
D) trust that the technology you need will be available and working.
E) make sure the lights dim to discourage audience interaction.

Question 2

Speaking from notes or an outline is often effective because

A) you can look at the notes instead of at your audience.
B) you can maintain a natural speaking flow.
C) it reduces the likelihood that you will improvise.
D) it enables you to read the presentation word-for-word.
E) it takes far less time to prepare than writing out the entire presentation.

taylorsonier · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Answer: C
Explanation: C) Visualize your audience so that you can tailor your presentation to meet their needs. Consider your position in the room and the lighting, and adapt your presentation accordingly.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: B
Explanation: B) Speaking from an outline or notes keeps you focused while allowing you to maintain a more natural tone of voice. Memorization or reading from a script may sound too formal and stilted, while impromptu speaking may make your presentation too scattered and disorganized to be effective.