Across
- 3. variation in the strength, tone, or pitch of one's voice
- 4. any images, graphics, videos, or, as Merriam-Webster describes, "something (such as a graphic) that appeals to the sight and is used for effect or illustration
- 8. non-verbal, often spontaneous bodily movements of the hands, face, or arms used to enhance or replace speech, communicate emotions, and emphasize ideas
- 11. the central part of a presentation where you develop your key concepts and main points
- 13. the initial section of a speech or presentation that provides context, sets the purpose, and outlines goals to orient the audience
- 14. objects used by actors in film or theatre to enhance storytelling and create realistic settings, such as books, toys, or furniture
- 17. clear pronunciation of words in speech
- 18. balances professionalism with a personal, approachable tone, making it ideal for presentations
Down
- 1. signals the end, reinforces the main thesis, summarizes key points, and leaves a lasting, memorable impression
- 2. the process of communicating nonverbally through conscious or unconscious gestures and movements
- 5. the loudness or softness of speech, ranging from whispering to shouting
- 6. a feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities
- 7. words (e.g., "um," "like," "you know," "basically") are meaningless sounds or words inserted into speech to fill pauses, allow for thinking, or soften statements
- 9. words and phrases link ideas, sentences, and paragraphs, ensuring smooth, logical flow
- 10. an individual who delivers a speech to an audience
- 12. the specific group of individuals a speaker aims to reach
- 15. the dynamic alignment of body parts (spine, muscles, joints) supported by muscles against gravity
- 16. essential, 30-second opening tactics designed to immediately command attention and compel an audience to listen