Effective Presentation Skills Quiz

What is the first step in giving an effective presentation?

• Always begin with a joke to get attention

• Greet the audience and clearly introduce yourself and the topic

• Quickly read the script without stopping

What is the correct structure of a strong presentation?

• Beginning, Middle, Ending

• Greeting, Details, Goodbye

• Introduction, Body, Conclusion

Which of these is the most effective way to start a presentation?

• "Hi, today I talk about dogs."

• "Have you ever wondered how the Egyptians build the pyramids?"

• "So… yeah… umm…"

What belongs in the body of your presentation?

• Unrelated fun facts

• Personal stories and 3 clear, supporting points

• Definitions only

What is the purpose of a conclusion in a presentation?

• To say more examples

• To give your opinion and wrap up the speech

• To ask the teacher if you can stop

Why is mind mapping a powerful planning tool for speakers?

• It creates pretty notes

• It improves drawing skills

• It helps organise complex thoughts into structured ideas

What is a good practice method before presenting?

• Memorise the script word for word

• Read aloud several times, checking pacing and tone

• Ask a friend to do it for you

What was the purpose of a ‘Would You Rather…Why?’ activity in public speaking practice?

• To practise using filler words

• To build confidence in forming points and giving reasons

• To help memorise popular answers

What makes a reason strong when expressing opinions or preferences?

• It’s emotional and personal only

• It’s clear, logical, and supported with examples or explanations

• It’s short and funny

What makes a conclusion powerful and memorable?

• Repeating your name

• Ending with a question or thought-provoking statement

• Saying “Okay, I’m done”