60 Questions
Which one of these is considered the number one fear of most people?
Public speaking
What component do most interviews by postgraduates have?
Presentation skills
What is the aim of a presentation?
To establish the exact purpose
What should you do to ensure you fulfill the aim of your presentation?
Prioritize your material
What should you know about the audience when planning your presentation?
Their level of knowledge on the subject
What are the common sections of an oral research presentation?
All of the above
What should you do to facilitate discussion of your presentation during Q&A?
Prompt for questions
Why are infographics used?
All of the above
Which of the following is NOT a recommended tip for reducing anxiety during a presentation?
Make eye contact
What is the purpose of hedging in a presentation?
To soften communication and make statements sound less forceful
Which of the following is NOT a common presenting mistake?
Making eye contact with the audience
What percentage of the message we send is based upon what people see?
55%
Which of the following is NOT a key component of a good presentation?
Introduction
What is the aim of a presentation?
To establish the exact purpose
What should you do to ensure that what you are going to say is appropriate to both the aim and the audience?
All of the above
What is the main purpose of the introduction in a presentation?
To explain why your work is interesting
What is the recommended tip for personal appearance during a presentation?
Dress appropriately
Which of the following is NOT a purpose of an oral research presentation in the academic community?
To showcase your research findings
Which of the following is NOT true about presentation skills?
The impact of communications rests solely on what you say
What is the importance of rehearsal in a presentation?
To practice and refine your presentation skills
Why is it important to have good presentation skills?
To make the most out of your first impression
What can make a presentation interesting?
Conveying information through stories, gestures, and analogies
Which of the following is NOT true about the impact of communications?
The impact of communications rests solely on what you say
What is the relationship between leadership and presentation skills?
They often go hand in hand
What is the purpose of an oral research presentation in the academic community?
To communicate the importance of your research
True or false: Presentation skills are important in both academic and business settings?
True
True or false: Information presented through stories and analogies is more interesting than just presenting facts?
True
True or false: The impact of communication is primarily based on what is said, rather than how it is said?
False
True or false: Rehearsing a presentation is not necessary for a successful delivery?
False
True or false: Good presentation skills can help make a positive first impression?
True
True or false: The aim of an oral research presentation is to showcase research findings?
True
True or false: Asking questions and receiving feedback from the academic community can strengthen research?
True
True or false: Having good presentation skills is important for leadership roles?
True
True or false: Public speaking is considered the number one fear of most people?
True
True or false: Most interviews by postgraduates have a presentation component?
True
True or false: Planning is an important step in preparing a presentation?
True
True or false: Understanding the audience is important when planning a presentation?
True
True or false: Each research presentation should include an introduction section?
True
True or false: Visual aids should be kept simple and clear in a presentation?
True
True or false: Infographics are great for making complex information easy to digest?
True
True or false: Rehearsal is an important step in preparing for a presentation?
True
True or false: The introduction of a presentation should explain why the work is interesting.
True
True or false: Hedging is a language tactic used to make statements sound more forceful.
False
True or false: Personal appearance has no impact on the message we send during a presentation.
False
True or false: Good presentations consist of three key components.
True
True or false: The aim of a presentation should be established at the end of the presentation.
False
True or false: Rehearsing a presentation is not important.
False
True or false: The aim of a presentation is the exact purpose of the presentation.
True
True or false: Infographics are not used in presentations.
False
True or false: The main purpose of the introduction in a presentation is to place the study in context.
False
Match the following components of a presentation with their descriptions:
Planning = Plan the structure and format of your presentation Execution = Deliver your points logically and in sequence Rehearsal = Ensure that what you are going to say is appropriate to both the aim and the audience Introduction = Introduce yourself and the others who are doing the presentation
Match the following aspects of a presentation with their importance:
Audience = Understand their level of knowledge on the subject and target them appropriately Time = Don’t go over the allotted time and remember to allow time at the end for questions Aim = What is the aim (i.e. the exact purpose) of the presentation Visual Aid = Should add to the impact of your presentation
Match the following types of presentations with their key characteristics:
Oral research presentation = Should contain sections like Introduction, Research Methods, Findings/Data, Discussion/Conclusion(s) Infographic design = A visual representation of information or data that gives an easy-to-understand overview of a topic Job interview presentation = Expected by many employers to demonstrate good verbal communication skills Academic presentation = Always have a presentation/chalk talk component
Match the following facts about presentation skills with their descriptions:
Often leadership and presentation skills go hand in hand = The two skills are often found in the same person A large portion of the impact of communications rests on how you look and sound = Non-verbal communication is important Having good presentation skills allows you to make the most out of your first impression = The skills can help create a positive first impression Information by itself is boring, unless it’s startling. Conveying it through stories, gestures and analogies makes it interesting = The way information is presented can make it interesting
Match the following sections of a presentation with their descriptions:
Planning = The initial step in preparing a presentation Rehearsal = A step that is often skipped but is important for a successful delivery Executing the presentation = The actual delivery of the presentation to the audience Presentation = The act of showcasing research findings to the academic community
Match the following statements about the purpose of an oral research presentation with their correct descriptions:
Communicate the importance of your research = One of the goals of a well-done oral research presentation Clearly state your finding and the analysis of those findings = Another goal of a well-done oral research presentation Induce others in the academic community to ask questions and give you valuable feedback = A potential outcome of an oral research presentation Showcase your research findings = The main purpose of an oral research presentation
Match the following sections of a presentation with their typical number of slides:
Introduction = 3-4 slides Materials and Methods = 2-3 slides Results = 2-4 slides Implications and Conclusions = 2-3 slides
Match the following tips for reducing anxiety during a presentation with their descriptions:
Organize = Plan the structure and format of your presentation Breathe = Take deep breaths to calm yourself Move = Use body movement to release tension Make Contact Before Your Talk = Establish a connection with the audience before starting the presentation
Match the following tips for personal appearance during a presentation with their descriptions:
Dress Appropriately = Wear clothes that are suitable for the occasion Make Eye Contact = Look at your audience, not the floor or your notes 55% of the message we send is based upon what people see = The majority of the impact of personal appearance in a presentation People make snap decisions about us based on what we wear = The influence of personal appearance on the audience's perception
Match the following tips for presentation delivery with their descriptions:
Vary the tone of your voice and the pace at which you speak = Use different voice intonations and speaking speeds to engage the audience Be careful of little verbal tics e.g. 'um', 'er', and 'you know' = Avoid using unnecessary fillers in your speech Use pauses = Take breaks in your speech to allow for reflection and thinking time Verbal Delivery = The specific aspect of presentation delivery that involves speaking techniques
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