Question

Which choice is a verbal strategy in public speaking?

A.
using video to accompany your speech

B.
using gestures and facial expressions

C.
varying the rate at which you speak

D.
maintaining eye contact

Answer 1

The correct answer is: [C]: "varying the rate at which you speak" .
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Note: All the other answer choices provided are "non-verbal " strategies.
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Answer 2

Answer: C. varying the rate at which you speak.

Verbal strategies are those that depend on the use of language. In this case, all of the other options are strategies that do not relate to the actual way a person speaks during public speaking. On the other hand, option C does describe a way of speaking. A verbal strategy for public speaking is that of varying the rate at which you speak.