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1.
For a smooth presentation, working out the ________ between speakers is a good idea.
2.
For consistency of presentation aids, they should be ________ by one group member.
3.
The presentation will go more smoothly if the whole group ________ the presentation
with presentation aids several times.
4.
Before a group presentation, the group should decide whether ________ will be made
all at once or each speaker will introduce the next speaker.
5.
If concerned about an uneven delivery, a group should consider choosing the person
with the strongest presentation style and ________ level for the opening.
6.
A group leader guides coordination among members, beginning with the selection of
________ and tasks.
7.
When a group of three to nine people discuss a topic in front of an audience, this is
called a ________ ________.
8.
With a panel discussion, a ________ directs the discussion.
9.
A ________ is an assembly for the discussion of issues of public interest.
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1.
Group presentations are prepared and delivered orally by three or more people.
A)
True
B)
False
2.
Group presentations are rarely assigned in the classroom but frequently delivered in the
workplace.
A)
True
B)
False
3.
Even in a classroom setting, group presenters should consider the audience’s interests
and needs.
A)
True
B)
False
4.
When starting a team presentation project, one of the first tasks should be to designate a
team leader.
A)
True
B)
False
5.
The presentation should be divided up among members of the team, with different
members taking different tasks.
A)
True
B)
False
6.
Transitions between speakers will occur naturally and do not need to be worked out
ahead of time.
A)
True
B)
False
7.
The person with the weakest presentation style and least credibility should deliver the
opening portion of the presentation.
A)
True
B)
False
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8.
Consistency of presentation aids might best be achieved by having each person create
their aids independently.
A)
True
B)
False
9.
When giving a group presentation, all team members need to stay focused on the
speaker so as not to distract the audience.
A)
True
B)
False
10.
As long as all the group members know which parts of the presentation they are
responsible for, there is no need to rehearse the presentation.
A)
True
B)
False
11.
A panel discussion is a meeting or conference at which several speakers deliver
prepared remarks on different aspects of the same topic.
A)
True
B)
False
12.
A successful group presentation requires
A)
coordination of matching attire.
B)
a group that knows each other well.
C)
bonding activities.
D)
close cooperation and planning.
13.
Regarding the audience, group presenters should consider
A)
the style of clothing worn by audience members.
B)
whether the people in the first row appear responsive.
C)
the interests and needs of the audience.
D)
the audience’s past experiences with group presentations.
14.
A team leader’s responsibilities typically start with
A)
coordination of selection of roles and tasks.
B)
assigning different research areas to team members.
C)
selecting team members to present the parts of the presentation.
D)
deciding on the group’s objectives.
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15.
When a team member delivers his or her part of the presentation, other team members
should
A)
adjust their hair or attire.
B)
pay attention to the speaker.
C)
analyze the audience.
D)
prepare their own comments.
16.
Which of the following is a meeting or conference at which several speakers deliver
prepared remarks on different aspects of the same topic?
A)
panel discussion
B)
symposium
C)
town hall meeting
D)
forum
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Page 7
1.
List the steps needed in planning a group presentation.
2.
Why should non-speaking group members pay attention to the one speaking?
3.
What are three questions to consider when preparing remarks for a panel discussion?
4.
Identify three questions to consider when preparing a presentation for a symposium.
5.
If you are participating in a forum (not as a featured speaker), list three considerations
you should keep in mind.
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