Meera is giving a speech on a cause she really believes in: providing drinkable water to third world countries. Each time she makes a point, she smacks her fist into her palm for emphasis. Is this the correct use of gesture in a speech?

A) No; Meera should keep her hand gestures hidden behind the lectern.
B) Yes; speeches are improved with gestures no matter what type is used.
C) No; it is better to use a variety of gestures, rather than an all-purpose one.
D) Yes; such movements will help drive the points home to her audience.

Answer: C

Communication & Mass Media

You might also like to view...

In a brief essay, number or bullet at least five topics that do not meet appropriateness standards and explain why each is inappropriate. 

What will be an ideal response?

Communication & Mass Media

Mutual eye contact, smiling, and leaning forward are all examples of immediacy behaviors.

Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

Communication & Mass Media