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Q: Which of the following allows you to instantly change the flow of your presentation in response to audience feedback? A. Slide builds B. Hyperlinks C. Prezi's D. Audio clips E. Video clips

Q: Which of the following is often used to represent profit in the United States, but not in other countries? A. Green B. White C. Blue D. Yellow E. Red

Q: Which of the following is a safe and conservative color often used for the background of electronic presentations? A. Green B. White C. Blue D. Yellow E. Red

Q: What size font is appropriate for most on-screen presentation slides? A. 10 to 12 point B. 16 to 18 point C. 20 to 24 point D. 28 to 36 point E. 36 to 48 point

Q: Which of the following should be used to complement, but not replace, your textual presentation? A. Hyperlinks B. Audio and visual clips C. Mobile devices D. Slide transitions E. Slide builds

Q: When wanting to improve the retention of information on the slide, or stimulate a variety of emotions, what design element should be incorporated? A. Background designs B. Color C. Artwork D. Typeface variety E. Animation

Q: Which of the following should be used to make key presentation points appear on the same slide, but only one at a time? A. Slide transitions B. Decorative animation C. Functional animation D. Hyperlinks E. Slide builds

Q: When designing effective slides, which of the following should be avoided? A. Using the slide to replace your words B. Using the slides to highlight only key points C. Using the slides to summarize a message D. Using the slides to signal major shifts in thought E. Using the slides to illustrate concepts

Q: To demonstrate sequences and procedures, which of the following should be used? A. Slide transitions B. Decorative animation C. Functional animation D. Hyperlinks E. Slide builds

Q: Which of the following is a disadvantage of free form slides? A. Free form slides must have complementary information in the text and the visual. B. Free form slides limit the amount of information delivered at any one time. C. Free form slides do not identify priorities or connections in data. D. Free form slides tend to be dynamic. E. Free form slides require the presenter to convey more of the presentation content and rely on the slide less.

Q: Which of the following refers to motion directly related to your message? A. Slide transitions B. Decorative animation C. Functional animation D. Hyperlinks E. Slide builds

Q: Which of the following is an advantage to using structured slides? A. Structured slides are quick and easy to prepare. B. Structured slides limit the amount of complex data that can be conveyed on one slide. C. Structured slides can be supported by detailed handouts. D. Structured slides have a uniform appearance from slide to slide. E. Structured slides can hold a lot of text in each slide.

Q: When developing a slide presentation for a multi lingual audience, what type of slide presentation might work best? A. Linear B. Prezi C. Free form D. Nonlinear E. PowerPoint

Q: When creating free-form slides, which of the following will help add uniformity and cohesion? A. Bullet points B. Color and font selection C. Titles D. Using the same template E. Authenticity

Q: One way to improve the power of your visual aids and your presentation in general is to do what? A. Keep things simple. B. Alternate between tradition media and new media such as Prezi's. C. Develop a presentation that works both in person, and on webinars. D. Work on performance skills. E. Be passionate about your topic, and convince your audience to be passionate about it as well.

Q: Identify and discuss ways to arouse interest in the audience when attempting to get the attention of the audience.

Q: By repeating key ideas often, you improve the chance that the audience will hear your message the way you intended it to be heard.

Q: Which of the following work best when developing nonlinear presentations? A. Microsoft PowerPoint B. Apple Keynote C. Whiteboards D. Google Documents E. Prezi

Q: Which of the following is a disadvantage when using visual aids in a presentation? A. Visual aids can detract from the audience's interest in your presentation. B. Visual aids can replace the spoken word. C. Visual aids can add to much variety to the presentation, making the presentation look disjointed and choppy. D. Visual aids can contain too much information, causing the audience to read the visual instead of listening to the speaker. E. Visual aids make it hard for the audience to remember information.

Q: If you've been successful with the introduction and body of your presentation, your listeners now have the information they need, and the close can become casual and minimal.

Q: Discuss ways to ensure the presentation ends with a strong close.

Q: If you expect any action to occur as a result of your speech, be sure to identify who is responsible for doing what, and when.

Q: The smaller the group you are presenting to, the more causal the presentation style.

Q: During the close, how do you bolster the audience's confidence in you and your message one last time? A. With a final introduction B. Using strong final remarks C. Ending with clarity and confidence D. Restating your main points E. By announcing the presentation close

Q: In the presentation close, how do you confirm expectations about actions or decisions that will follow the presentation? A. With a final introduction B. Using strong final remarks C. Ending with clarity and confidence D. Restating your main points E. By announcing the presentation close

Q: Which of the following is an advantage of illustrating your ideas with visual aids? A. The message is easier to remember. B. You add a level of credibility to the presentation. C. You allow audience members to connect with each other. D. Visuals allow the audience members to stay on track with the main idea of the presentation. E. Visual aids promote the speaker as an authority figure.

Q: To link major sections of a presentation, what should be used? A. One or two transitional words B. Complete sentences or paragraphs C. A summary of what has been said and what is to come D. A questions and answer session E. A new handout or other visual aid

Q: Which of the following will help hold the audience's attention during the presentation? A. Putting your audience in the appropriate emotional state B. Restating your main points C. Assigning tasks to audience members with due dates D. Bolstering the audiences confidence in you and your message E. Illustrating the main ideas with visuals

Q: When developing the presentation, which of the following allows you to show how ideas are related? A. Transitional words B. Lists C. Headings D. Design clues E. Visual aids

Q: Which part of the presentation reminds the audience what you want listeners to do or think? A. Introduction B. Final remarks C. When you end with clarity and confidence D. When you restate your main points E. During the presentation close

Q: The majority of the presentation time should be devoted to what? A. The introduction B. Arousing interest C. Discussing the main points in your outline D. The question and answer section E. Establishing credentials and qualification

Q: During the body of the presentation, which of the following would best help keep your audience's attention? A. Show the audience how their needs support the thesis of the presentation. B. Introduce new, difficult to understand subjects so the audience feels they are learning something new. C. Anticipate and answer questions before they are asked. D. Use visual aids sparingly to as not to create a distraction. E. Provide a handout with detailed information before the beginning of the presentation so the audience can take notes and highlight areas of concern.

Q: Summarizing the main idea of the presentation during the introduction is a way to do what? A. Arouse interest B. Validate your qualifications C. Connect ideas that will be presented later in the presentation D. Remind the audience what is going to be most important E. Preview the message

Q: Which of the following will help build your credibility with the audience? A. Ask a question that will get the audience thinking B. Unite the audience around a common goal C. Share an intriguing or unexpected detail D. Tell them how they will benefit from listening to you E. Tell a compelling story

Q: The section of the presentation that established your credibility and prepares listeners for insights you have to share is called what? A. The purpose B. The scope C. The introduction D. The attention-getting device E. The preview of the message

Q: When preparing your message for your audience, which of the following will have the least effect on the adaptation process? A. The size of the audience B. The scope of the presentation C. The subject of the presentation D. The purpose of the presentation E. The venue for the presentation

Q: Working within time constraints can help you focus on the most essential points of your message that are important to the audience.

Q: Discuss the steps in preparing a detailed planning outline and how to convert it to a simpler speaking outline.

Q: A Prezi is a dynamic, nonlinear presentation tool suitable for technical discussions and speeches.

Q: Discuss how to choose and develop your approach when planning presentations.

Q: Presentations require the speaker to think on their feet, grasp complex business issues and handle challenging situations–all attributes needed for promotions.

Q: A great way to capture and keep the audience's attention is to integrate storytelling wherever possible.

Q: Which of the following is not a step in the planning of a presentation? A. Inviting audience members B. Choosing your approach C. Limiting the scope D. Defining the main idea E. Analyzing the situation

Q: The scope of the presentation will be defined by the key points you want to make.

Q: When developing a speaking outline, which of the following should be left out? A. Numbered cards or pages B. Delivery cues C. Condensed points D. Bibliography and source notes E. Highlighted key words and phrases

Q: When planning a presentation to seek collaboration, how should information be organized? A. By comparison B. By importance C. Based on conclusions and recommendations D. Using broad categories E. Based on the sequence of events

Q: When planning a presentation on routine information that is 10 minutes or less, which approach should be used? A. Nonlinear B. Direct C. Storytelling D. Persuasive E. Indirect

Q: Which of the following presentation structures allow the presenter the option to move between topics and level of detail in no particular order? A. Webcasts B. Nonlinear presentations C. Podcast D. Back channeling E. Linear presentations

Q: Which of the following is not a factor when determining how much information is given the scope of the presentation? A. Number of members in the audience B. Time needed for the introduction C. Demonstrations D. Questions E. Videos

Q: Which of the following best describes a linear presentation? A. Linear presentations build the message point by point and end with a conclusion following logical steps. B. Linear presentations are given before a live audience with a question and answer opportunity. C. Linear presentations use a backchannel such as Twitter. D. Linear presentations show complicated relationships between multiple ideas. E. Linear presentations are best developed with interactive slide software such as Prezi.

Q: To ensure your presentation will hold the audience's attention and fit within the time frame allotted, which of the following should be considered? A. Time of day the presentation will be given B. Purpose of the presentation C. Anticipated questions D. Key points E. Scope

Q: Which of the following is an online presentation that people can view live, or download to view later? A. Twebinar B. Screencast C. Video conference D. Prezi E. Webcast

Q: To keep the audience's attention and convince them your message is relevant, what should be incorporated through the planning process? A. Interactive slides B. Engaging video C. An opportunity for questions and answers D. A consistent use of the "you" attitude E. Limiting the scope to 3 main ideas

Q: When conducting an audience analysis for a presentation, which of the following will allow you to gauge the audience's probable reaction? A. Each audience member's background and level of understanding B. What the audience already knows about the subject C. Whether the audience is familiar with the vocabulary you intend to you D. Possible objections or questions E. The mix of general concepts and specific details you need to present

Q: Which of the following will help develop a clear idea of the main idea you want to share with the audience? A. Lists with bullet points B. Surveying the audience C. Writing a one sentence summary that links the purpose to the audience frame of reference D. Determine time limits E. Prepare the slide deck with one idea on each slide

Q: When conducting an audience analysis for a presentation, which of the following will allow you to gauge the audience's level of experience? A. Whether the audience has any biases that might work against you B. Why audience members are attending the presentation C. What the audience already knows about the subject D. What supporting information will help the audience accept and respond to the message E. The audience's general attitude toward the topic

Q: When planning a presentation, which step of the process involves defining the purpose and developing an audience profile? A. Selecting the channel B. Analyzing the situation C. Organizing the information D. Gathering information E. Selecting the media

Q: The first step in planning a presentation is what? A. Analyzing the situation B. Gathering information C. Selecting the channel D. Selecting the media E. Organizing the information

Q: The most important aspect of any presentation is getting the audience to receive, understand, and embrace your message.

Q: Discuss ways to overcome anxiety when preparing to give a presentation.

Q: What can be done to make sure a remote audience can see what you really want them to see? A. Allow plenty of time for everyone to get connected and familiar with the screen they are viewing. B. View the presentation from the audience's perspective during a practice session. C. Incorporate the backchannel for feedback. D. Keep the presentation as simple as possible. E. Send slides to all audience members as soon as possible.

Q: Discuss the risks and rewards of using a backchannel during presentations.

Q: What can be done to minimize the loss of nonverbal feedback from the audience during the online presentation? A. Consider the experience from the audience member's viewpoint. B. Keep your presentation as simple as possible. C. Send preview materials ahead of time. D. Incorporate "human moments" as often as possible. E. Ask for feedback via a backchannel frequently.

Q: When practicing a presentation, one way to increase your confidence is to visualize success.

Q: Which of the following will improve an online presentation? A. Display complex information on one slide and leave it on the screen for as long as possible. B. Do not allow any questions until all audience members have had a chance to synthesis the material. C. Allow the use of as many different types of viewing technology as possible. D. Send copies of presentation slides ahead of time. E. Minimize the use of nonverbal feedback.

Q: If asked a question you don't know the answer to, it is often best to make up a short response.

Q: What is the chief advantage of online presentations? A. There is no live audience. B. There are fewer opportunities for questions and answers. C. Information can be back channeled to all interested parties. D. It is easier and less expensive to gather an entire team at a moment's notice. E. Nonverbal communication feedback is enhanced.

Q: To include responses to backchannel comments, what can be incorporated into the presentation? A. Twitter hashtags B. Question and answer sessions C. Twitter breaks D. Breakout sessions E. Discussion sessions

Q: Creating a website or a Twitter hashtag can be used to do what? A. Integrate social media into the presentation process B. Monitor and asking for feedback C. Review comments to improve the presentation D. Establish expectations with the audience E. Give the presentation online

Q: Describe how organizations benefit from data visualization tools.

Q: Which of the following is a benefit of the backchannel? A. Information can be verified immediately by the audience. B. Listeners can spread the message to a much larger audience, immediately. C. Audience members have more leverage. D. Backchannels can keep presentations from spinning out of control. E. There is more control over the feedback during and after the presentation.

Q: Discuss ways to ensure visual aids are honest and ethical.

Q: A line of communication created by the audience to connect with others inside or outside the room is called what? A. Backchannel B. Internet C. Texting D. Live blogging E. Podcasts

Q: Visual aids do not generally need to be supported by documentation.

Q: What is the best course of action when asked a difficult or complex question? A. Ask for clarification. B. Give a simple, direct answer. C. Ask audience members to weigh in on the subject. D. Give a vague answer and move on to the next question or new topic. E. Offer to get a complete answer as soon as possible, after the presentation.

Q: The most dominant visual element should include the most important information.

Q: Which of the following is an indirect benefit of allowing the audience to ask questions? A. Questions shorten the amount of time you have to speak. B. Questions give the audience an opportunity to show their grasp of the main ideas of the presentation. C. Questions can deflect the information being provided in the presentation. D. Questions allow the speaker to gain important insight to the audience. E. Questions can break up the monotony of a long presentation.

Q: Formal balance in visual elements tends to feel dynamic and engaging.

Q: Visual elements are an effective way to replace text.

Q: Which of the following would be the least effective way to integrate a visual aid in the text? A. Use elaborate, full color visuals that are easy to find and identify. B. Position the visual so the audience won't have to flip back and forth in the printed document. C. Use word pointers to help the reader locate the image quickly. D. Refer to the visual by number in the text of the report. E. Use titles, captions and legends.