Ramon Speaks from Notes, as Instructed, During His First Classroom

question 8

Multiple Choice

Ramon speaks from notes, as instructed, during his first classroom speech. Even though he is not reading his speech, he rarely looks up at his audience. What advice could you give Ramon about eye contact in his presentations?

• A) Look at the entire audience and hold the gaze of individuals for only 1 or 2 seconds.
• B) Eye contact is not necessary if your speech is well written and you deliver it articulately.
• C) Look over the audience's heads at the back wall to simulate eye contact.
• D) Look up briefly when you pause between sentences.

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