ch. 15 Using Visual Aids

Question 1

what are visual aids?

Answer 1

materials that the speaker shows to the audience during the speech

Question 2

what are the 4 benefits of using visual aids?

Answer 2

1) visual aids make the speech more interesting
2) visual aids enhance the speaker’s credibility
3) visual aids improve comprehension and retention
4) visual aids can advance your argument in the speech

Question 3

what are some types of visual aids?

Answer 3

charts, graphs, representations, objects and models, people

Question 4

what are the 3 design elements for an effective Keynote presentation?

Answer 4

1) visibility and clarity
2) portability
3) appeal

Question 5

what are some reasons for choosing a visual aid?

Answer 5

• it will make an idea simpler
• visual aids add interest
• adds clarity to the words of the idea
• visual aids make a speech memorable

Question 6

what are the best ways to use visual aids in a speech?

Answer 6

• avoid distraction
• do not obstruct the audience’s view
• speak to the audience, not the visual aid