CT Presentation Skills 3

Question 1

During a virtual training, a participant's audio cuts out while they are asking a question. What is the BEST trainer response?

Accepted Answer

Ask the participant to type their question in the chat

Answer

Redirecting to chat keeps the session moving and ensures the participant's question is captured without losing group momentum.

Question 2

The '10-20-30 Rule' associated with presentation design suggests:

Accepted Answer

10 slides, 20 minutes, 30-point minimum font size

Answer

Guy Kawasaki's 10-20-30 Rule recommends no more than 10 slides, 20 minutes duration, and at least 30-point font for clarity.

Question 3

A trainer wants to close a presentation in a way that maximizes retention. Which closing strategy is MOST effective?

Accepted Answer

Deliver a memorable summary, call to action, and forward link

Answer

A strong close reinforces key takeaways, motivates application, and bridges the learning to next steps.

Question 4

When using a whiteboard or flipchart during a presentation, a trainer should:

Accepted Answer

Write key words only and turn back to the group before speaking

Answer

Writing key words and then turning back maintains eye contact and prevents the trainer from losing the audience while writing.

Question 5

A participant challenges a fact the trainer presented. The trainer is uncertain of the answer. The BEST response is to:

Accepted Answer

Admit uncertainty, validate the question, and commit to follow up

Answer

Honesty about uncertainty paired with a follow-up commitment preserves credibility and models intellectual integrity.

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