Professional Communication Questions & Answers – Preparing a Speech

This set of Professional Communication Multiple Choice Questions & Answers (MCQs) focuses on “Preparing a Speech”.

1. A speech must always present _____
a) facts
b) opinions
c) suggestions
d) perspectives
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Answer: a
Explanation: A speech must always present facts, which are very different from opinions. The two must never be confused.

2. Which of these must be avoided by the speaker?
a) He must convey precise information.
b) He must ensure that the information is understood by the audience.
c) He must inspire the audience to totally accept his point of view.
d) He must force the audience to totally accept his point of view.
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Answer: d
Explanation: The main job of the speaker is three fold : He must convey precise information, he must ensure that the information is understood by the audience and he must inspire the audience to totally accept his point of view.

3. Masquerading opinions as facts amounts to perpetrating an intellectual fraud.
a) True
b) False
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Answer: a
Explanation: The statement is true. Masquerading opinions as facts amounts to perpetrating an intellectual fraud. We must present facts, or we must let the audience know that we are presenting our personal opinions.
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4. One should have a very slow pace while giving a presentation.
a) True
b) False
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Answer: b
Explanation: The statement is false. One should take one’s time while giving a presentation, but at the same time, they shouldn’t be too slow. A slow pace tends to break the attention of the audience and bore them out. The pace shouldn’t be too fast either, otherwise the audience will not have the time to grasp the crux of the presentation. There should be used of a steady pace, which is neither too fast nor too slow.

5. Which of these is required to convey large information?
a) Voice
b) Tone
c) Body land
d) Preparation
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Answer: d
Explanation: A good speech is rarely made extempore. No speaker can convey large amounts of information without adequate preparation.
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6. Which of these must be avoided by a speaker?
a) Abstract words
b) Short sentences
c) Good pronunciation
d) Steady pace
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Answer: a
Explanation: Abstract words must be avoided in a speech. There must be used of familiar words. Also there must be used of short sentence with a steady pace.

7. Which of these is a sign of rude manners?
a) Staring at the floor
b) Making eye contact
c) Steady pace
d) Simple words
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Answer: a
Explanation: Please do not be transfixed on one face, or stare at the ceiling or floor. This is a sign, either of under confidence or of rude manners.
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8. Which of these should be avoided in a group discussion?
a) listening
b) shouting
c) speaking
d) writing
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Answer: b
Explanation: In a group discussion, we must never mumble, shout or speak very fast. To enhance listening ability, one should note down the vital points made by the speaker in his or her speech.

9. Which of these must be avoided in a speech?
a) Illogical sounds
b) Gestures
c) Eye contact
d) Interest
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Answer: a
Explanation: Please do not make any Illogical sounds like er or ah. The speech must flow naturally and without any ugly sounds.
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10. A finger may be used to _____
a) show over confidence
b) inspire
c) show under confidence
d) appoint
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Answer: b
Explanation: Hands must be used to create the right impact. A finger may be used to inspire. It may also be used to accuse, if done badly.

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