Question

You are listening to and evaluating an informative speech in your public speaking class. Which of the following would be the most effective way to focus your attention during the presentation? Sit next to a friend so you can discuss the important points of the speech. Listen with your eyes closed so you can visualize what the speaker is saying. Take notes and summarize ideas in writing. Pay close attention to the closing because that is where the important information will be presented

Answer 1

Take notes and summarize your ideas in the writing would be the most efficient and effective way to pay attention and collect information in your class.

Answer 2

The correct answer is C. Take notes and summarize ideas in writing

Explanation:

An informative speech is an oral presentation whose main purpose is to tell the audience about one specific situation, subject or topic, this means the main purpose is to inform the audience about something, because of this informative speeches are composed by multiple details, evidence, examples and ideas to help the audience understand the main ideas in the speech. Additionally, as your purpose is to evaluate, which means you will determine if the speech was good or useful or well organized, one of the techniques that can be used for both paying attention and remembering the information is to take notes and summarize ideas as this allows you to follow the words of the speaker and understanding them by writing the speaker ideas in your own words as well as key concepts. Thus, the most effective way to focus your attention and also to have some material for the evaluating process is to take notes and summarize ideas.