Question

which statement describes an effective use of notes in a presentation?
○ notes should be read word for word during an oral presentation.
○ notes should include reminders about eye contact and gesturing.
○ notes should be easy to follow to maintain the speaker’s train of thought.
○ notes should include all answers to potential questions from the audience.

Explanation:

• Reading notes word - for - word makes the presentation seem robotic, so the first option is incorrect.
• Reminders about eye contact and gesturing are usually part of presentation skills training rather than what notes are for, so the second option is wrong.
• Notes are meant to help the speaker stay on track, so having easy - to - follow notes to maintain the train of thought is effective.
• It's impossible to include all answers to potential audience questions in notes, so the fourth option is incorrect.

Answer:

C. Notes should be easy to follow to maintain the speaker’s train of thought.