Starter quiz
- Is the answer true or false? When choosing a topic for a presentation, picking a topic you care, or feel strongly, about can be a good place to start.
- 'True' ✓
- Which word beginning with 'p' can be described as: 'the way someone holds themselves when they’re seated or standing.'?
- 'posture' ✓
- Which of the following would not be an example of non-verbal communication in spoken language?
- tone of voice
- hand gestures
- vocabulary choices ✓
- facial expressions
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- Which of the following best describes the term 'gesture'?
- a written form of communication
- a spoken expression of thoughts
- a movement of the body, usually hands or arms, to express an idea or feeling ✓
- a type of facial expression used to show emotion
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- Which word beginning with 'a' could be used to complete this sentence: 'an ______ voice is a voice that expresses your true thoughts and feelings honestly and genuinely.'?
- 'authentic' ✓
- Is the answer true or false? Research from any source is valid.
- 'false' ✓
Exit quiz
- Which of the following is an example of open body language?
- crossing your arms
- standing tall with shoulders relaxed ✓
- looking down at the floor
- turning your body away from the audience
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- What is the main purpose of box breathing in public speaking?
- to increase excitement
- to slow down your speech
- to reduce nervousness and improve focus ✓
- to make your voice louder
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- How many phases are there in box or square breathing?
- 'four' ✓
- Which sensation is commonly shared between nervousness and excitement?
- drowsiness
- slow breathing
- shaking or jitteriness ✓
- feeling cold
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- Is the answer true or false? You should aim to have your body oriented away from your audience when public speaking?
- 'false' ✓
- How can reframing nervousness as excitement help in public speaking?
- it eliminates nerves completely
- it changes how you perceive the nervous energy, making you feel more positive ✓
- it makes you speak slower
- it helps you memorise your speech better
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Key learning points
- Feeling scared and nervous about public speaking is a shared concern.
- Using open body language and an effective posture can help to manage nerves.
- Setting your posture before you speak is a good way to prepare and can help you to control your voice and your body.
- Nervousness and excitement share similar traits.
- Breathing exercises can help alleviate the physical side of nerves.
Common misconception
Some pupils believe that they are the only person to feel nervous or scared about public speaking.
Most people feel nervous before speaking, even the most experienced public speakers. It's all about understanding what nerves are and how you can manage them.
Keywords
Testimonial - a statement or personal account where someone shares their experience or opinion
Posture - the way you hold your body when standing, sitting, or moving
Oriented - being positioned or directed toward a particular point or goal
Eradicate - to completely eliminate or remove something
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