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1.
Presentation aids that are designed well and used wisely can help listeners understand
otherwise difficult information.
A)
True
B)
False
2.
Messages that are visually reinforced are no more memorable than those that are only
verbalized.
A)
True
B)
False
3.
The “multimedia principle” suggests that we learn better from a combination of pictures
and words than from words alone.
A)
True
B)
False
4.
Presentation aids include objects, models, graphs, charts, video, audio, and multimedia.
A)
True
B)
False
5.
To illustrate points effectively, a speaker should always use only one type of aid.
A)
True
B)
False
6.
A prop can help demonstrate key points.
A)
True
B)
False
7.
A model is a two-dimensional representation of an object.
A)
True
B)
False
8.
Line graphs are useful in representing information that changes or fluctuates in value.
A)
True
B)
False
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9.
Bar graphs use vertical or horizontal bars of various lengths to show or compare
quantities.
A)
True
B)
False
10.
A pie graph uses points connected by lines to compare quantities or magnitudes.
A)
True
B)
False
11.
A pictogram is a diagram of the progression of a process.
A)
True
B)
False
12.
A table (tabular chart) systematically groups data in column form.
A)
True
B)
False
13.
You do not need to be concerned about copyright issues in using audio or video clips.
A)
True
B)
False
14.
When using a video, the speaker should play it before discussing its relevance to speech
points.
A)
True
B)
False
15.
Rather than traditional or overhead slide projection, many speakers today use LCD
displays or digital projectors.
A)
True
B)
False
16.
Flip charts should never be prepared in advance of a speech.
A)
True
B)
False
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17.
A speaker should distribute any handouts during the introduction of the speech.
A)
True
B)
False
18.
In Christopher's speech about his hobby as an amateur potter, he exhibited several
pieces of pottery as his presentation aids. Which type of aid did Christopher use?
A)
models
B)
props
C)
pictograms
D)
handouts
19.
Which type of graph is useful for demonstrating how something changes in value?
A)
bar graph
B)
line graph
C)
pie graph
D)
pictogram
20.
In her speech about youth voting turnout, Elaine wants to show a comparison of youth
voting turnout between three states. In order to best illustrate these comparisons, Elaine
should use a
A)
bar graph.
B)
flowchart.
C)
pie graph.
D)
pictogram.
21.
Maria wishes to show how the university budget is spent each year. To best illustrate the
division of the budget, Maria should use a
A)
bar graph.
B)
flowchart.
C)
pie graph.
D)
pictogram.
22.
Which type of chart diagrams the progression of a process?
A)
table
B)
pie graph
C)
pictogram
D)
flowchart
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23.
When using audio or video as a presentation aid, the speaker should do all of the
following EXCEPT
A)
cue the tape before the presentation.
B)
check to see if the material is copyrighted.
C)
be sure the audience has already seen or heard the clip used.
D)
tell the audience what they will hear or see beforehand and discuss its significance
afterward.
24.
When using a presentation aid, a speaker should
A)
make the aid available for the audience to look at throughout the speech.
B)
prepare to give the presentation without the aid, in case problems arise.
C)
look at the presentation aid when explaining it to the audience.
D)
practice without the aid and work it in only during the last rehearsal.
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