A quiz for learners to test their knowledge and understanding of the spoken endorsement qualification in Edexcel's new 9-1 GCSE English Language course.
The most important parts of your presentation are [blank_start]the opening and ending sections[blank_end]. In the [blank_start]opening section[blank_end] you must [blank_start]grab the attention of your[blank_end] listeners and draw them in so that they [blank_start]want to hear what you have to say[blank_end]. In the [blank_start]ending[blank_end] of your presentation you need to make sure your audience have understood [blank_start]the key point(s) or main message[blank_end].
There are a number of ways to make the opening and ending of your presentations effective but you should always avoid opening with [blank_start]'Hello my name is[blank_end] . . . [blank_start]and I am going to talk to you about[blank_end] . . .' and never end with [blank_start]' Thank you, that's all. any questions?'[blank_end]
A formal spoken presentation, suitable for a large audience, on a topic of your choice.
A formal spoken presentation, suitable for a 1-1 situation, on a topic of your choice.
An informal spoken presentation, suitable for a large audience on a topic chosen by your tutor
An informal talk appropriate for you and your tutor on a topic of your choice.
Question 6
Question
It is a requirement of the spoken endorsement that you allow time for [blank_start]a question and answer session[blank_end] at the end of your presentation. This is so that you can show you are able to [blank_start]answer questions appropriately and[blank_end] in detail.
This time could also be used by your tutor to give you [blank_start]some verbal feedback[blank_end] on your presentation. This will [blank_start]still[blank_end] be part of the assessment and you must respond to any feedback appropriately.