Public Speaking Worksheet: Final Test

Public speaking lesson 24: Final test: public speaking · Set 976 · 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: when you are describing the last seconds of a close race, it is fine to speed up a little. (a) False (b) True
2. 2.Which of these belongs in the closing? (a) a summary of the points (b) greeting the audience (c) reasons for your idea (d) the main points
3. 3.Which of these is an informal line? (a) Guess what happened! (b) It is my privilege to (c) Good morning, respected (d) Respected judges,
4. 4.🤫 Which consonant is silent when you say “rhino”? (a) l (b) b (c) g (d) h
5. 5.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) practising aloud (b) skipping practice (c) thinking you will fail (d) saying sorry first
6. 6.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) facts and examples (b) the main points (c) a story proving a point (d) a preview of the points
7. 7.True or false: for what share of your 24-hour day goes on sleep, school and play, a pie chart is the best choice. (a) False (b) True
8. 8.🧍 Which shows the audience you are confident? (a) shoulders back, open (b) arms tightly crossed (c) looking at the exit (d) hunched and closed
9. 9.🧱 In which part of a speech does a preview of the points belong? (a) the body (b) the closing (c) the opening
10. 10.🏁 What kind of ending is this? “I forgot the rest, so bye.” (a) a weak ending (b) a call to action (c) a summary (d) a link to the opening
11. 11.True or false: “We thank the support staff who set up this hall so beautifully.” belongs in a welcome address. (a) False (b) True
12. 12.📅 On which date of August is India’s Independence Day?
13. 13.⏱️ How many words can Ishaan say in 1 and a half minutes at 100 words a minute?
14. 14.Which of these is a good rehearsal habit? (a) first try on the day (b) only reading silently (c) practising only once (d) using short cue cards
15. 15.📖 After telling a story, what should you do? (a) leave the stage (b) link it to your point (c) start a new topic (d) tell three more
16. 16.True or false: “Mangoes are the best fruit.” is a fact. (a) False (b) True
17. 17.👏 Clap and count: how many syllables (beats) are there in “imagination”?
18. 18.True or false: “That old wooden box? It still sits on Ravi’s desk.” is a call to action. (a) True (b) False
19. 19.🎭 Which voice suits announcing a change in the exam timetable? (a) cheerful and lively (b) calm and gentle (c) serious and steady
20. 20.Which phrase shows a contrast? (a) In short (b) To sum up (c) Secondly (d) On the other hand
21. 21.Which word has a silent p? (a) aisle (b) hour (c) reign (d) cupboard
22. 22.🙂 Which expression suits explaining why plastic harms sea animals? (a) a surprised look (b) a serious face (c) a warm smile
23. 23.🎩 Should your language be formal or informal for a video call with your grandparents? (a) formal (b) informal
24. 24.📋 In which part of a school function does the vote of thanks usually come? (a) the middle (b) the opening (c) the closing
25. 25.True or false: “Okay, I am done now.” is a weak ending. (a) False (b) True
26. 26.True or false: “glancing down, then up” is good eye contact. (a) False (b) True
27. 27.📖 You are not sure how to say a name in your speech. What should you do? (a) ask and practise it (b) guess it on stage (c) mumble it quickly (d) skip the name
28. 28.🏁 A memorable ending should be… (a) about a new topic (b) long and slow (c) a whispered mumble (d) short and strong
29. 29.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) keeping answers short (b) answering only friends (c) arguing angrily (d) rolling your eyes
30. 30.🏫 Whom do you usually greet first in an assembly speech? (a) nobody at all (b) the Principal (c) your best friend (d) the youngest child
31. 31.True or false: “We are delighted to have all the parents with us this morning.” belongs in a welcome address. (a) False (b) True
32. 32.📋 In a school function, which usually comes first: the class skit or the National Anthem? (a) the class skit (b) the National Anthem
33. 33.Which of these is an unhelpful habit for a nervous speaker? (a) knowing your opening (b) hiding behind notes (c) picturing it going well (d) smiling at a friend
34. 34.Which of these is good eye contact? (a) looking out the window (b) reading with head down (c) looking at each section (d) staring at the ceiling
35. 35.⏱️ Arjun speaks at 100 words a minute. How many words fit in a 4-minute class presentation?
36. 36.🔍 Which is the odd one out? (a) trailing off at the end (b) changing your speed (c) finishing every word (d) sipping water before
37. 37.🥧 A pie chart is best for showing… (a) a list of names (b) a single number (c) parts of a whole (d) change over time
38. 38.⏱️ How long should the opening of a 2-minute speech be? (a) half the speech (b) ten minutes (c) a few sentences (d) the whole speech
39. 39.❓ After asking the audience a question, what should you do? (a) ask ten more at once (b) pause for a moment (c) walk off the stage (d) answer it instantly
40. 40.😰 Helpful or unhelpful for a nervous speaker: knowing your opening? (a) an unhelpful habit (b) a helpful habit

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