?? MS PowerPoint Viva Questions + Answers
? Section A: Basic Questions
❓ Q1: What is MS PowerPoint?
Answer:
MS PowerPoint is a presentation software used to create slides for displaying information visually.
❓ Q2: What is a slide?
Answer:
A slide is a single page in a presentation used to display content like text, images, or charts.
❓ Q3: What is a presentation?
Answer:
A presentation is a collection of slides used to communicate information to an audience.
❓ Q4: How do you start a slideshow?
Answer:
Press F5 or go to the Slide Show tab and click "From Beginning".
? Section B: Design & Layout
❓ Q5: What is a slide layout?
Answer:
A slide layout is a predefined structure for organizing content on a slide.
❓ Q6: What is a theme?
Answer:
A theme is a set of colors, fonts, and effects applied to slides for consistent design.
❓ Q7: What is the 6×6 rule?
Answer:
It means maximum 6 lines per slide and 6 words per line for clarity.
❓ Q8: Why is slide design important?
Answer:
It improves readability, engagement, and professionalism.
?️ Section C: Animations & Transitions
❓ Q9: What is animation?
Answer:
Animation is an effect applied to objects within a slide.
❓ Q10: What is a transition?
Answer:
A transition is an effect between slides.
❓ Q11: Name types of animations.
Answer:
Entrance, Emphasis, Exit, Motion Path.
❓ Q12: Why should animations be used carefully?
Answer:
Too many animations can distract the audience.
? Section D: Features & Tools
❓ Q13: What is Slide Master?
Answer:
Slide Master is used to apply design changes to all slides at once.
❓ Q14: How do you insert a new slide?
Answer:
Home → New Slide.
❓ Q15: How do you insert an image?
Answer:
Insert → Pictures.
❓ Q16: What is the use of SmartArt?
Answer:
SmartArt is used to create diagrams and visual representations.
?️ Section E: Presentation Skills
❓ Q17: What are good presentation skills?
Answer:
Clear speaking, eye contact, confidence, and proper explanation.
❓ Q18: Why should you not read slides?
Answer:
It reduces audience engagement and effectiveness.
❓ Q19: How can you make a presentation effective?
Answer:
Use simple slides, visuals, and clear explanations.
❓ Q20: What is the role of visuals?
Answer:
Visuals help explain concepts easily and attract attention.
⚡ Section F: Advanced Questions
❓ Q21: Difference between animation and transition?
Answer:
Animation is inside slide, transition is between slides.
❓ Q22: What is a slideshow view?
Answer:
It displays slides in full screen for presentation.
❓ Q23: What is presenter view?
Answer:
It shows notes and controls for the presenter.
❓ Q24: How do you apply animation to all slides?
Answer:
Use Slide Master or apply manually to each slide.
❓ Q25: What is the best transition for professional presentations?
Answer:
Fade transition is recommended.
? Practical Viva Questions
❓ Q26: Apply animation to text.
❓ Q27: Add a new slide.
❓ Q28: Change theme.
❓ Q29: Insert image.
❓ Q30: Start slideshow.
? Evaluation Criteria
| Criteria | Marks |
|---|---|
| Concept Understanding | 10 |
| Practical Skills | 10 |
| Confidence | 10 |
| Communication | 10 |
| Total | 40 |
? Tips for Students
✅ Do’s
- Practice answers
- Speak confidently
- Give clear explanations
❌ Don’ts
- Do not memorize blindly
- Avoid hesitation
- Avoid reading answers
?? Instructor Guidelines
- Ask both theory & practical questions
- Observe confidence level
- Encourage participation
- Provide feedback
? Conclusion
This viva preparation helps students build confidence, clarity, and practical understanding, essential for academic success and professional presentations.