CPPS Voice & Delivery Techniques Flashcards

Which vocal element involves varying the highness or lowness of your voice to convey emotion and maintain audience interest?

Answer: Pitch

Pitch refers to the highness or lowness of your voice and varying it prevents monotone delivery while conveying emotion.

What is the recommended speaking rate range for clear, effective public speaking in most professional presentations?

Answer: 125–175 words per minute

A rate of 125–175 words per minute is widely recommended for clarity and comprehension in professional presentations.

A deliberate pause in a speech is most effectively used to:

Answer: Emphasize a key point and allow audience absorption

Strategic pauses signal importance, give audiences time to absorb critical information, and create dramatic effect.

Articulation in public speaking refers to:

Answer: The clearness and precision of consonant and vowel sounds

Articulation is the clear, precise formation of consonant and vowel sounds so every word is intelligible to the audience.

Which technique involves using the resonating chambers of the chest and head to project voice without straining?

Answer: Diaphragmatic breathing and resonance

Diaphragmatic breathing supports sustained volume and uses chest/head resonance to project naturally without vocal strain.

Vocal fry, characterized by a creaky low-register sound at the end of sentences, is generally considered problematic in professional speaking because it:

Answer: Signals excessive nervousness and undermines credibility

Vocal fry is associated with low energy and reduced credibility, making it harder for audiences to perceive the speaker as authoritative.