Informative Speaking Skills Quiz: Use Evidence

1. Which introduction best previews organization?

“I’ll talk about some things.”

“My topic is climate change.”

“I will explain the problem, present evidence, and propose solutions.”

“This is my project.”

It previews the structure so listeners can follow.

Explanation

It previews the structure so listeners can follow.

2. Which statement best describes appropriate register (tone) for school presentations?

Casual and full of slang

Formal enough to be respectful and clear

Sarcastic to be entertaining

Emotional to be persuasive

Presentations should match an academic setting.

Explanation

Presentations should match an academic setting.

3. Which transition best signals contrast?

“For instance”

“Similarly”

“However”

“Therefore”

“However” signals a shift or contrast.

Explanation

“However” signals a shift or contrast.

4. Which choice best avoids overloading a slide?

Putting full paragraphs on every slide

Using concise bullet points and visuals

Using tiny font to fit more text

Adding extra details “just in case”

Slides should highlight key points for listeners.

Explanation

Slides should highlight key points for listeners.

5. Which delivery choice most improves clarity?

Speaking quickly to finish early

Using pauses after important points

Avoiding eye contact

Reading in a monotone voice

Pauses help listeners process information.

Explanation

Pauses help listeners process information.

6. Which is the strongest support for a claim in an informative presentation?

A personal opinion

A rumor

A statistic from a reliable source

A dramatic story

Reliable evidence strengthens credibility.

Explanation

Reliable evidence strengthens credibility.

7. Which sentence is most suitable for an informative presentation?

“This is the best idea ever, obviously.”

“The evidence suggests that this approach reduces cost.”

“Only a fool would disagree.”

“This is totally awesome.”

It is objective and evidence-based.

Explanation

It is objective and evidence-based.

8. Which action best helps with pacing?

Skipping the introduction

Timing your rehearsal and adjusting sections

Adding more examples at the last second

Speaking without planning

Timing practice helps manage pace and length.

Explanation

Timing practice helps manage pace and length.

9. Which option shows effective audience engagement without losing focus?

Telling unrelated jokes

Asking a relevant guiding question

Having friends interrupt with comments

Adding random videos

Relevant questions keep attention and support the topic.

Explanation

Relevant questions keep attention and support the topic.

10. Which conclusion best reinforces the main message?

“Anyway, that’s it.”

“I guess you get the idea.”

“In conclusion, the evidence shows…, and the key takeaway is…”

“Sorry I was nervous.”

It summarizes and emphasizes the main point.

Explanation

It summarizes and emphasizes the main point.

11. Which body language best supports credibility?

Constant fidgeting

Purposeful gestures that match the point

Pacing rapidly the entire time

Looking only at the ceiling

Purposeful gestures support meaning and confidence.

Explanation

Purposeful gestures support meaning and confidence.

12. If a presenter mispronounces a key term, the best response is to

Stop and apologize for a long time

Correct it quickly and continue

Ignore it and repeat it incorrectly

End the presentation

Brief correction maintains professionalism.

Explanation

Brief correction maintains professionalism.

13. Which sentence best uses precise language?

“A lot of stuff happened.”

“Many things changed.”

“Several factors contributed to the increase.”

“It got bigger, you know?”

Precise wording improves clarity.

Explanation

Precise wording improves clarity.

14. Which practice most improves confidence?

Avoiding rehearsal

Memorizing everything word-for-word without understanding

Rehearsing with feedback and revising

Changing the topic mid-presentation

Feedback and revision strengthen delivery.

Explanation

Feedback and revision strengthen delivery.

15. Which skill most directly supports SL.6.4 in higher grades?

Creating imaginary characters

Presenting claims and findings clearly with relevant evidence

Writing poetry

Using sarcasm to entertain

The standard focuses on clear presentation of ideas with evidence.

Explanation

The standard focuses on clear presentation of ideas with evidence.

Clear Delivery: Informative Speaking Skills Quiz