B1 Intermediate English 8:07 1,316 words Animation

What’s the best way to give a presentation?

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Learning Stats

B1

CEFR Level

1,316

Total Words

433

Unique Words

4/10

Difficulty

Vocabulary Diversity 33%

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Once you've found an idea that you're excited to share with an audience,

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you're ready to start putting together a talk.

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Deciding on a clear throughline is an essential part

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of developing a strong talk.

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Another important piece, though, is picking a presentation plan.

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There are many ways to prepare for and deliver a talk,

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and it's important to find one that's right for you.

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One of the first key decisions you need to make

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is whether you will, A) write out the talk in full as a complete script

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to be read, memorized, or a combination of the two.

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Or, B) come up with a clear plan for your talk without scripting it,

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so you can speak to each of your points in the moment when you present.

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For most speakers, the best way to say what you really want to say,

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in the most powerful way, is to write a script.

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Key Vocabulary (12)

you A1 pronoun

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

talk A1 verb

To speak in order to give information or express ideas, feelings, or thoughts. It typically involves a conversation between two or more people or a person addressing an audience.

choose A1 verb

To pick one person or thing from a group of options because you prefer it. It involves making a decision after looking at the available possibilities.

language A2 noun

A system of communication consisting of sounds, words, and grammar used by people of a particular country or area. It is the primary tool humans use to express thoughts, feelings, and information to one another.

best A2 adjective

The superlative form of 'good,' describing something that is of the highest quality, excellence, or effectiveness compared to all others in a group. It is used to identify the top-ranking item or person in a specific category.

important A2 adjective

Important describes something that has great value, significance, or influence. It is used to indicate that a person, object, or event matters a lot and should be given attention.

"It's important to exercise regularly."

stage A1 noun

A raised area or platform in a theater where actors, singers, or dancers perform for an audience. It can also refer to a specific point or period in a process or development.

script A1 noun

A script is the written text of a play, movie, or broadcast. It contains the dialogue and instructions that actors and directors follow during a performance.

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