Unit 6: Visual Aids: Design and Rules

1. 1. What is a core requirement for legibility on a visual aid?

   It must use only black inkIt must include full sentencesIt must be handwrittenIt must be readable from the back of the room

2. 2. True or False?

   "Revealing the entire visual aid at the start of the speech generally helps keep audience focus."

   TrueFalse

3. 3. What is a common technique for staging when parts of an aid appear?

   Removing the aid entirely between areasReading the whole aid aloud firstAsking a partner to hold itFlip panels or flaps revealed at the relevant moment

4. 4. What is a common visibility mistake when handling an aid?

   Standing directly in front of the aid, blocking the viewPointing to specific labelsPracticing reveal motionsAngling the body at 45 degrees

5. 5. What is the most common text-related rule violation with aids?

   Using large fontsWriting full sentences that mirror the speech's scriptUsing colorToo few labels

6. 6. True or False?

   "Testing an aid's stability only during quiet home setup is generally sufficient preparation."

   TrueFalse

7. 7. Why is a formal rule-violation audit valuable before a tournament?

   It replaces rehearsalIt can catch subtle mismatches between the aid and specific tournament rulesIt guarantees a top rankIt is required by all judges

Design and evaluate your own visual aid plan.