Type of Speech
What type of speech honors and remembers someone who's passed away?
A eulogy
Why is it important to practice a special occasion speech before delivering it?
To feel prepared and maintain eye contact with audience
Should special occasion speeches use words the audience understands or complicated terms that make them sound smart?
What is the main purpose of an informative speech?
To share facts and knowledge with an audience without trying to persuade them.
Why is it recommended to choose a specific topic instead of something broad (ex. the history of music)?
Broad topics make research harder because there is too much information to cover.
What type of speech would someone give after receiving an award, thanking the people who helped them achieve it?
A speech of acceptance
Why is it important to make eye contact when giving a speech?
To connect with the audience and make the speech feel more natural
What could happen if a speaker uses a joking tone during a serious occasion?
The speech could seem disrespectful or inappropriate.
Why should speakers avoid dumping large amounts of data on their audience?
Audiences cannot remember large amounts of information.
What organizational pattern should a speech explaining how to bake chocolate chip cookies follow?
Chronological order.
What type of speech uses humor + playful insults to honor someone while still showing appreciation for them?
A roast
Why should speakers avoid making their special occasion speeches too long?
The audience may lose interest or become bored
What should a speaker do to make their speech look and sound natural to the audience?
Practice the speech and make eye contact with the audience.
How can an informative speech about a controversial topic accidentally become persuasive?
By presenting one side of the issue instead of explaining the different viewpoints equally.
What are the three qualities of an effective informative speech?
Accuracy, clarity, and interest.
What is the difference between a speech of presentation and a speech of acceptance?
Presentation speech - given to present someone with an award
Acceptance speech - given by person receiving award
What three main points should a speaker include when introducing another speaker to an audience?
Speaker’s topic, why the speaker is qualified, and why the audience should listen
What can a speaker do to make their speech feel meaningful to the audience?
Use words and examples that fit the occasion and audience.
Why should a speaker say “This particular recipe calls for the cookies to be baked for 10 minutes” instead of presenting one baking time as a universal rule?
Different methods can produce the same result, so instructions should not be presented as the only correct method.
What are two problems when preparing a symposium? (A presentation where multiple speakers give prepared speeches about different parts of the same overall topic.)
Choosing overlapping topics + Changing topics without telling the other group members.
What is the difference between an after-dinner speech and a motivational speech?
After-dinner speech - uses humor to communicate a serious message
Motivational speech - uses emotions to inspire audience to take action
What are the three main parts of a successful eulogy?
Praise, Lament, Console
What’s the main difference between preparing for a special occasion speech VS an informative or persuasive speech?
Special occasion speeches - focus on crafting emotional language
Informative/Persuasive speeches - focus on research + citing sources
What acronym reminds speakers to explain why their topic matters to the audience?
WIIFM, meaning “What's in it for me?”
A student uses outdated medical research and overly technical language in an informative speech. Which two preparation guidelines are they violating?
They did not ensure accuracy and maintain clarity in their speech