Definitions
What is an informative speech? List 2 examples of informative speeches from the beginning of the chapter.
A speech that presents or describes information. Teachers' lectures, talking to classmates about the date and time of the winter concert, an oral book report in English class, teaching members of Spanish club a dance from Mexico
List the first principle for informing.
The audience has a need to know.
A speaker attempts to describe a person, place, thing, or experience is a ________ type of informative speech.
Description
Feedback that consists of verbal and nonverbal messages given spontaneously to the speaker is known as...?
What is the first guideline for Constructive Criticism?
Be specific
Speaking to _______ is the most ________ type of __________ speaking.
inform; familiar; public
List the 2nd and 3rd principles of informing.
2. The information is connected; 3. the information is well-organized
A speech to explain a word or concept in great detail is a _________ type of informative speech. List one example of this kind of speech from the chapter.
Definitions / Definition; Defining the terms family or friendship, freedom or democracy
Feedback that consists of planned written or oral comments is known as...? What is this kind of feedback intended for?
Formal Feedback; Intended to affect the speaker's next speech
What is the 6th guideline for Constructive Criticism? What is an example of this?
Suggest improvements; EX. In your next speech, use more variety in your voice. Changing your rate or pitch might help us stay interested." or "Try not to lean on the desk. It's distracting to the audience." Other potential examples up to discretion of instructor.
What is the main purpose of an informative speech?
to share information
List the 4th, 5th, and 6th principles of informing.
4. the information is repeated; 5. the information is tied to feelings; 6. the information is focused
A speech that uses a visual aid to explain or demonstrate a particular concept or thing is a _______ type of speech. List 1 example and 1 of the sample titles from the text.
Demonstration; poster of motorcycle to explain Harley Davidson's parts, their names, and how they work; gestures to demonstrate the correct form for various sports activities such as swimming the butterfly stroke, pitching a fastball, or serving a tennis ball; How to Pack a Duffelbag; How to Find Carmen Sandiego; Basic Tae Kwon Do Moves
Besides formal and informal, what are the two other ways to describe different kinds of feedback?
positive and negative
Which of the following examples of feedback would NOT be helpful for a speaker seeking to improve their speech skills?
1. I liked your speech a lot.
2. I could not hear you when you described the painting. Be sure to talk loudly enough.
3. It was boring.
1 and 3;
1 is positive, but not specific. 3 is negative, leaves a speaker feeling bad, and could be re-phrased with specific, helpful suggestions to encourage the speaker to improve.
Connected Information is...? What example is given in the book for explaining this concept?
new information that is related to information an audience already knows; EX. a teacher connects information to television ads and explains how the audience is personally affected by persuasion in ads.
In regard to the principle for informing #3 (organization), what are the four organizational patterns that work well in informative speeches?
Process, time, space, and topic order
A speech in which a speaker explains the steps by which something is created or operated is a ______ type of speech. List all examples from the book, and all three sample titles.
Process; show how to create buttons with slogans by using the button-punch machine in class or process of making double chocolate-nut brownies by writing each step on the board and sharing an example of the final product with the class, or talking about the steps in conducting an interview or running a meeting according to parliamentary procedure; sample titles: How to Wrap a Present; How to Pitch a Curve Ball; How to Play the Trombone
In regard to feedback, a poor speaker will not do what?
Use the feedback (to improve)
When evaluating a speech to introduce a speaker, what 3 things need to be included?
1. The speaker's name and title
2. A description of the speaker's experience
3. An explanation of why listeners should be interested in the speech
A special kind of speech to inform that is a common speaking-listening experience and follows a set formula or pattern is known as a...?
A social ritual speech
Textbook closed: List all 6 principles (bold headings) for informing WITHOUT consulting the textbook.
Need to know; Connections; Organization; Repetition; Feelings; Focus
Which social ritual speech has the goal of making audience members feel comfortable and prepared for what is to follow?
A welcome speech
The formal feedback given by a critic is called a...? List the four reasons for learning to be a competent critic.
Critique; 1. You will develop appreciation for speech-making 2. You will become a better listener 3. You will improve your own speaking 4. You will help others become better speakers
Give a short, impromptu (unplanned / unrehearsed) informative speech about a (school-appropriate topic of your choice.
If delivered beautifully, this could be your daily double!