Explain the typical reasons for speech anxiety and discuss the strategies for overcoming anxiety. Be
sure to explain why the techniques for reducing speech anxiety are likely to be effective.
What will be an ideal response?
(1 ) Reasons: the speaker sees his or her ideas as important; the speaker values listeners' judgment; the
speaker wants to make a good impression; speaker worries about making mistakes.
(2 ) Reduction strategies: acknowledge fears and recognize that you can overcome them; concentrate on
what you will say and the effect you want to have on your listeners; act confident, even if you feel
apprehensive; prepare a strong introduction; end the speech on a strong note and pause before returning to
your seat.
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