Public Speaking Techniques Flashcard

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What is a warm alternative to 'Assalamualaikum'?

Back

Welcome, everyone. It's wonderful to see you all here.

Front

Which phrase builds common ground with the audience?

• Ladies and gentlemen, thank you for gathering here today.
• I want to talk to you about something.
• To my colleagues and fellow professionals, thank you for this opportunity.
• I'm here to discuss a very important topic.

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To my colleagues and fellow professionals, thank you for this opportunity.

Front

What is a more dynamic way to say 'I want to talk to you about...'

Back

Today, I'd like to explore the idea of...

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Which phrase focuses on engagement? I want to see your faces light up. I hope you are all ready to listen. It's inspiring to see so many engaged people here today. Let's get started with the presentation.

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It's inspiring to see so many engaged people here today.

Front

What is a less presumptive way to invite agreement?

Back

Many of us have likely experienced...

Front

Which phrase suggests brevity?

Back

To start, let's briefly touch upon...

Front

What is a good way to engage the audience directly?

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Think about how this applies to your own life or work.

Front

Which phrase states an informative purpose? Options: I hope to inspire you to think differently..., I want to share my opinion on..., My aim today is to clarify..., I want to persuade you to believe...

Back

My aim today is to clarify...

Front

What is a way to introduce a personal story?

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Let me share a brief story that illustrates this point...

Front

Which rhetorical question emphasizes urgency? Options: How can we expect things to change if we keep doing the same thing? What do you think about this? Do you believe this is true? Isn't it interesting to think about?

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How can we expect things to change if we keep doing the same thing?