As you listen to the recording of your speech, check the following points or have a friend check these speaking
evaluation points for you.
1. Does your voice shake?
2. Do your words run together?
3. Do you sound doubtful about what you are saying?
4. Do you use a monotone that shows no expression and is likely to put your audience to sleep?
5. Do you unconsciously use nervous expressions like, uh, ah, um, well, or you know?
6. Do you run out of breath in the middle of important sentences?
Indicate "yes" or "no" to each of these questions in the box below.
If you answer any of these "yes," you know that you need to practice.