Delivering your presentation by reading it word for word is usually a bad idea EXCEPT when

A) your presentation is very lengthy.
B) you're covering policy statements or legal documents that must be presented verbatim.
C) the presentation is humorous.
D) the audience is hostile.
E) you want the audience to know you are an expert in the field.

When presenting policy statements or legal documents, it is important to present them verbatim to ensure accuracy and avoid misinterpretation or misrepresentation. In such cases, reading word for word is appropriate and necessary. However, in other situations, it is better to avoid reading verbatim to engage the audience and deliver a more natural and engaging presentation.