Public Speaking Anxiety Strategies

According to the lesson, what is the primary benefit of using notecards with only keywords (instead of full sentences) during a presentation?

It guarantees that the speaker will not forget their opening lines.

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It forces you to speak spontaneously and sound more engaging.

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It makes it easier to change the order of the main points mid-speech.

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It ensures the presentation meets the exact time requirements.

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The “Reframe Your Jitters” strategy suggests telling yourself, “I am not afraid; I am excited.” What is the main reason this technique works?

It forces the speaker to smile, which is automatically contagious to the audience.

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It makes the audience feel more empathetic toward the speaker's nervousness.

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It leverages the fact that excitement and anxiety share similar physical symptoms.

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It eliminates the physical symptoms of anxiety entirely, making the body feel calm.

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For international students, the lesson emphasizes consciously slowing down their speech pace and embracing the pause. What does a measured, slow pace primarily communicate to the audience?

That the speaker is struggling to recall the correct words.

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A formal, serious tone appropriate for all academic subjects.

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Authority and control, making the speaker appear more confident.

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That the speaker has not finished the "Speed Drill" rehearsal.

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Which sequence correctly represents the steps of the Strategic Breathing (4-7-8) technique recommended to activate the body’s relaxation response?

Inhale for 8, hold for 4, exhale for 7.

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Inhale for 7, hold for 8, exhale for 4.

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Inhale for 4, hold for 4, exhale for 4.

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Inhale for 4, hold for 7, exhale for 8.

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What is the purpose of identifying and focusing on 3 to 4 “friendly faces” in the audience during a presentation?

To ensure the speaker is following the "Rule of Three" in their body language.

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To force the speaker to stand in one spot on the stage or in the room.

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To determine the three most likely people to ask a question during the Q&A.

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To create a sense of connection with supportive individuals and reduce the feeling of facing an anonymous, judging crowd.

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According to the “Preparation Power-Ups” section, what is cited as the single greatest cure for stage fright?

Memorizing the first two to three sentences perfectly.

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Engaging in extreme, detailed preparation and over-rehearsal.

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Watching the entire presentation on video review immediately afterward.

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Seeking support from the campus Writing Center or ESL/EAL groups.

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