Presentation Skills Training MCQ Flashcards
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A presenter is speaking to a culturally diverse international audience. Which adaptation is most important?
Answer: Simplify language, avoid idioms, and be aware of culturally sensitive references
Idioms and culturally specific references often do not translate and can confuse or alienate international audiences.
What is the 'say-show-say' technique in presentation delivery?
Answer: Tell the audience what you'll show, show it, then tell them what they saw
The say-show-say (or tell-show-tell) technique primes the audience before a visual, guides their interpretation of it, and reinforces the takeaway afterward.
Which aspect of non-verbal communication accounts for the largest portion of perceived message credibility, according to Mehrabian's communication model?
Answer: Body language and facial expressions
Mehrabian's model suggests 55% of emotional credibility comes from body language, 38% from vocal tone, and only 7% from words in face-to-face communication.
When is it most appropriate to distribute handouts during a presentation?
Answer: After the presentation concludes to avoid distraction during the talk
Distributing handouts before or during a presentation causes audiences to read ahead rather than focus on the speaker.
What is 'audience analysis' and why is it done before designing a presentation?
Answer: Understanding the audience's knowledge, needs, and expectations to tailor content appropriately
Pre-presentation audience analysis ensures the content, language, and examples are relevant and pitched at the right level for that specific group.
Which technique helps a presenter maintain eye contact effectively with a large audience?
Answer: Use the 'lighthouse' technique — hold eye contact with one person per thought, then move to another
The lighthouse technique creates genuine one-on-one moments with individuals throughout the room, making each person feel personally addressed.
What is the key difference between a presentation and a report?
Answer: A presentation is a live, audience-centered communication act; a report is a document meant to be read independently
A presentation is designed for real-time delivery with a speaker guiding interpretation, while a report must be self-explanatory without a presenter.