Public Speaking Confidence
Effective Body Language
Famous Speechese
Engaging Delivery Style
Interest Presentations/Misc
100
True or False: You should look at your audience when speaking.
True
100
What should you do with your hands while speaking?
Use them to emphasize points, but avoid fidgeting.
100
Who came up with the famous line "I have a dream"?
MLK Jr
100
Should humor be used in a Presentation (yes or no)
Yes
100
What was Audrey's presentation on? (Audrey cannot answer)
The Hindenburg Disaster
200
How do you start a good presentation?
Start with a greeting and introduce yourself to the audience.
200
How does eye contact help during a presentation?
It builds a connection with the audience and makes you appear confident.
200
Steve Jobs created what company beside Apple?
Pixar
200
What is the purpose of opening your presentation with a 7 to 10 second hook?
The purpose of "the hook" is to GRAB your audience's attention.
200
What is a gesture you can do that helps to put your audience at ease?
Smile!
300
How do you decide on a good topic for your presentation?
Pick a topic (within guidelines) that interests YOU!
300
Why should you be conscious of body language during a presentation?
Body language impacts and can potentially undermine your message.
300
Who has the famous quote: “Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far.”
Theodore Roosevelt
300
What is one way to emphasize an important point in your speech?
Use a pause before or after saying it.
300
Why is researching your topic important?
You MUST be knowledgeable about your topic.
400
According to Charlie Brown, fear of public speaking can be rooted in ____________?
Being unprepared
400
What does using an open palm hand gesture signal?
Honesty and openness.
400
The first black woman to become the US secretary of State.
Condoleezza Rice
400
How can volume affect how people interpret your message?
Speaking louder adds confidence and importance, while speaking softly can draw attention to serious points.
400
What food was considered the most nutritional according to Cassie's presentation? (Cassie cannot answer)
Watercress
500
Speaking quickly is a sign of confidence (True or False)
False, speaking too quickly is a sign of nerves.
500
When giving a talk or presentation what can you use to help illustrate your intentions/ideas?
Body language/hand gestures
500
Name the basketball player we watched give a Hall of Fame induction Speech.
Yao Ming
500
What is a persuasive presentation?
You are trying to make people believe or do something.
500
Name 3 items Samuel presented during his Lego presentation. (Samuel cannot answer)
Frame, "Hi Sign", and a robot carrying US flag. (only need to select 1)