Question

Go through the following web that highlights the essential qualities of a compere. Discuss with your partner the essential qualities and also the precautions that a compere should take while compering a program.

Precautions to be taken :

1. __________________________
2. __________________________
3. __________________________
4. __________________________

Answer 1

The precautions to be taken are:

1. A compere should always be in control of sentiments and avoid getting carried away by emotions.
2. A compere should always keep a check on the choice of words and bear in mind at all times the tone and mood of the event.
3. A compere should engage in light-hearted humour and refrain from making any demeaning comments for the sake of being funny.
4. A compere should also be attentive to the audience’s demands in a way that the audience never feels uncomfortable and detached.
5. A compere should always be aware of the schedule of the proceedings and control the length of the event as deemed necessary.