How to give a compelling speech
  • 1. What is the most crucial element of a compelling speech?
A) Memorizing the entire speech verbatim
B) Knowing your audience
C) Speaking extremely loudly
D) Using complex vocabulary
  • 2. What does 'ethos' refer to in rhetoric?
A) Credibility of the speaker
B) Emotional appeal
C) Length of the speech
D) Logical argument
  • 3. Which rhetorical device uses repetition for emphasis?
A) Hyperbole
B) Metaphor
C) Simile
D) Anaphora
  • 4. What is a good way to start a speech?
A) By reading a dictionary definition
B) With a captivating hook
C) By apologizing for being unprepared
D) By thanking everyone for coming
  • 5. Why is body language important in a speech?
A) It reinforces your message
B) It's completely irrelevant
C) It distracts the audience
D) It shows how nervous you are
  • 6. What does 'logos' appeal to?
A) Emotions
B) Personal anecdotes
C) Logic and reason
D) Ethics
  • 7. What is the purpose of a call to action?
A) To introduce new topics
B) To summarize the speech
C) To encourage audience action
D) To confuse the audience
  • 8. How should you practice your speech?
A) Just once, the day before
B) Not at all; spontaneity is key
C) Only in your head
D) Out loud and repeatedly
  • 9. What is 'pathos'?
A) Emotional appeal
B) Ethical appeal
C) Logical argument
D) Appeal to authority
  • 10. Why is it important to vary your vocal delivery?
A) To make the speech longer
B) To keep the audience engaged
C) To confuse the audience
D) It's not important
  • 11. What is the best way to handle nervousness?
A) Run off the stage
B) Pretend it's not happening
C) Panic and apologize profusely
D) Acknowledge it and keep going
  • 12. How can you make your speech more memorable?
A) Be monotone
B) Use stories and examples
C) Use complex jargon
D) Use only statistics
  • 13. What is the ideal length for most speeches?
A) As long as necessary, but concise
B) Always exactly one hour
C) Extremely short, no more than 5 minutes
D) As long as possible
  • 14. What is the purpose of a good conclusion?
A) To trail off without a clear ending
B) To summarize and leave a lasting impression
C) To apologize again
D) To introduce new ideas
  • 15. What should you do if you make a mistake during your speech?
A) Pretend it didn't happen
B) Acknowledge it briefly and move on
C) Focus on it repeatedly
D) Panic and start over
  • 16. What type of visual aids can enhance a speech?
A) Visually overwhelming slides
B) Slides with only text
C) Relevant and clear visuals
D) Completely irrelevant visuals
  • 17. What is the importance of eye contact?
A) Connects you with the audience
B) Distracts the audience
C) Is completely unnecessary
D) Shows how nervous you are
  • 18. What is the best way to handle questions from the audience?
A) Become defensive
B) Ignore them
C) Listen carefully and answer thoughtfully
D) Interrupt them
  • 19. What is the role of humor in a speech?
A) To distract from the message
B) To engage and connect with the audience
C) It has no role
D) To offend people
  • 20. Why is it important to research your topic thoroughly?
A) Research isn't important
B) To make the speech longer
C) To build credibility and expertise
D) To confuse the audience
  • 21. Which of the following is an example of a simile?
A) The world is a stage
B) The fire swallowed the forest
C) Brave as a lion
D) I'm so hungry I could eat a horse
  • 22. What is the best way to prepare for unexpected interruptions?
A) Blame the person who interrupted
B) Ignore the interruption
C) Have a flexible structure and stay calm
D) Panic and stop speaking
  • 23. What is a good strategy for dealing with hecklers?
A) Engage in an argument
B) Become angry and confrontational
C) Ignore them completely
D) Acknowledge them briefly and refocus
  • 24. What is the purpose of using anecdotes in a speech?
A) To waste time
B) To make the speech relatable and engaging
C) To confuse the audience
D) To bore the audience
  • 25. Why is it important to know the venue where you will be speaking?
A) To adjust your volume and presentation style
B) To get lost on the way
C) To complain about the acoustics
D) It's not important
  • 26. What does a strong opening statement do?
A) Is completely optional
B) Introduces irrelevant information
C) Grabs attention and sets the tone
D) Makes the audience immediately dislike you
  • 27. What is the role of silence in a speech?
A) To show you've forgotten what to say
B) To create emphasis and allow reflection
C) It has no role
D) To bore the audience
  • 28. What is the best way to handle constructive criticism?
A) Become defensive and argue
B) Ignore it completely
C) Listen openly and learn from it
D) Take it personally and get upset
  • 29. How can you use storytelling to make a speech more compelling?
A) To confuse the audience
B) To illustrate points and connect emotionally
C) To waste time
D) To bore the audience
  • 30. What should you do after giving a speech?
A) Forget about it immediately
B) Reflect on what went well and what could be improved
C) Brag about how great you were
D) Criticize yourself harshly
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