Public Speaking Worksheet: Final Test

Public speaking lesson 24: Final test: public speaking · Set 236 · 40 questions

Speaker's tip (Know it, then say it): Find the topic of the question: voice, body, words, structure, timing, slides, charts, questions or school events. Use that lesson’s tip and read every option before you choose. For number questions, write the calculation first: words = rate × minutes, the missing pie slice = 100 − the others.

1. 1.True or false: “It was the night before the science fair, and our volcano would not erupt.” is a question hook. (a) False (b) True
2. 2.🧱 In which part of a speech does the memorable last line belong? (a) the closing (b) the opening (c) the body
3. 3.👏 Clap and count: how many syllables (beats) are there in “confident”?
4. 4.🙋 After answering, what can you politely ask? (a) “Happy now?” (b) “Any more silly ones?” (c) “Does that help?” (d) “Wasn’t it obvious?”
5. 5.True or false: reaching the twist in your story suits a surprised look. (a) True (b) False
6. 6.🧱 Which part of a speech is usually the longest? (a) the closing (b) the body (c) the opening
7. 7.📊 A bar chart shows how many children chose debate: Class 6 — 30, Class 7 — 25, Class 8 — 10. How many children is that in all?
8. 8.True or false: “We thank every student who performed so well tonight.” belongs in a vote of thanks. (a) False (b) True
9. 9.True or false: “A week has seven days.” is a fact. (a) False (b) True
10. 10.🧱 Each main point in the body should have… (a) a goodbye (b) nothing else (c) a new topic (d) an example or a reason
11. 11.🙂 You feel shy at the start. Where can you look first? (a) at the ceiling (b) at your shoes (c) out of the window (d) at a friendly face
12. 12.🔊 You are talking to a friend in the school library. What should you do with your volume? (a) speak louder (b) speak softer
13. 13.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) repeating the question (b) thanking the asker (c) arguing angrily (d) staying calm
14. 14.🎙️ What does an anchor (compere) do at a school event? (a) sells the tickets (b) guides the programme (c) performs every dance (d) judges the prizes
15. 15.🗣️ Saying “goin” instead of “going” is an example of… (a) dropping word endings (b) correct stress (c) a good pause (d) clear speech
16. 16.True or false: for what fraction of one pizza each friend ate, a pie chart is the best choice. (a) False (b) True
17. 17.Which of these is a poor Q&A habit? (a) making up an answer (b) repeating the question (c) staying calm (d) looking at everyone
18. 18.📊 A bar chart shows how many children chose debate: Class 6 — 12, Class 7 — 18, Class 8 — 21. How many children is that in all?
19. 19.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) standing tall (b) slow deep breaths (c) practising aloud (d) skipping practice
20. 20.True or false: when you are talking to one person beside you in a quiet room, you should speak more softly. (a) False (b) True
21. 21.🧭 Why do speakers use signposting phrases? (a) to sound fancy (b) to make it longer (c) to guide the listeners (d) to fill silence
22. 22.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) the main points (b) facts and examples (c) introducing the topic (d) a story proving a point
23. 23.⏱️ How many words can Rohan say in 1 and a half minutes at 100 words a minute?
24. 24.🏃 Which example best supports “Exercise keeps us fit”? (a) pens have ink (b) rice is white (c) the Moon is round (d) daily runs built stamina
25. 25.🎩 Should your language be formal or informal for a report to the Principal? (a) informal (b) formal
26. 26.🧍 Helpful or distracting body language: tapping your foot? (a) helpful (b) distracting
27. 27.🏁 Why does the last line of a speech matter so much? (a) it can be skipped (b) it must be a joke (c) it sticks in the mind (d) nobody hears it
28. 28.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) Good morning, respected (b) Hey guys! (c) It is my privilege to (d) Kindly allow me to begin
29. 29.🙋 Is this a polite or an impolite reply to an audience question? “That is a great question — thank you.” (a) an impolite reply (b) a polite reply
30. 30.🗂️ What should you write on a cue card? (a) key words only (b) the whole speech (c) nothing at all (d) tiny paragraphs
31. 31.🎩 Should your language be formal or informal for chatting with friends at lunch? (a) formal (b) informal
32. 32.📢 What does it mean to project your voice? (a) speak very fast (b) speak to reach the back (c) whisper softly (d) shout angrily
33. 33.🙂 Which expression suits welcoming new students to the school? (a) a warm smile (b) a serious face (c) a surprised look
34. 34.🏫 Which is the best way to start a speech in morning assembly? (a) Good morning, everyone (b) Yo, listen up (c) Oi, all of you (d) Hey guys, what’s up
35. 35.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) However (b) To begin with (c) Firstly (d) Let me start with
36. 36.Which of these is a good rehearsal habit? (a) first try on the day (b) skipping the ending (c) rewriting it last night (d) marking pauses on cards
37. 37.🎭 Which voice suits leading a quiet breathing exercise in assembly? (a) cheerful and lively (b) calm and gentle (c) serious and steady
38. 38.True or false: “It was the night before the science fair, and our volcano would not erupt.” is a weak opening. (a) False (b) True
39. 39.🙏 Is this line from a welcome address or a vote of thanks? “We sincerely thank our chief guest for sparing her valuable time.” (a) a welcome address (b) a vote of thanks
40. 40.🧐 Is this a fact or an opinion? “Bees make honey.” (a) a fact (b) an opinion

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