Toastmaster Basics
To empower individuals to become more effective communicators and leaders.
What is the official mission of Toastmasters International?
The Toastmaster of the Day
What is the name of the role that ensures the meeting starts and ends on time?
Pathways
What is the name of Toastmasters’ education program?
Distinguished Toastmaster
What does DTM stand for in Toastmasters?
20 members
How many members are needed to charter a new Toastmasters club?
1924
In what year was Toastmasters International founded?
The Grammarian
Which role provides a Word of the Day during the meeting?
Five
How many core competencies are there in the Pathways program?
Club President
What is the highest leadership position in a Toastmasters club?
10 points
What is the maximum number of points a club can earn in the Distinguished Club Program?
Ralph C. Smedley
Who founded Toastmasters International?
The Table Topics Master
Who is responsible for giving impromptu speaking topics to participants?
Six
How many paths are available in the Pathways program?
Colorado
Toastmasters International’s headquarters is in which U.S. state?
The International Speech Contest
What is the name of the annual Toastmasters speech competition?
4-6 minutes
What is the maximum length of a typical Ice Breaker speech?
The General Evaluator
What is the name of the person who provides feedback on all aspects of the meeting?
Engaging Humor
What is the name of the Pathways path that focuses on storytelling?
Toastmaster Magazine
What is the name of the magazine published by Toastmasters International?
1-2 minutes
How long is a typical Table Topics response?
The Ah-Counter
What is the term used for the person who evaluates the use of filler words like "um" and "ah"?
The Timer
What role is responsible for keeping track of the time each speaker uses?
$25 Amazon gift card
What reward do members receive upon completing a level in their Pathways program?
Impromptu speech
What is the term for a speech that is not prepared in advance?
15 Projects (11 required and 4 elective projects)
How many projects are required to complete a Pathways path?