Vocab
An opening statement (which is usually the first sentence) in a speech that attempts to grab the reader's attention so that they continue to listen.
Hook
What role do you take on as an informative speaker?
Teacher
A brief summary of your speech, to leave the audience with a clear takeaway, and to signal the end of your speech.
Conclusion
Who calls the debate to order, poses the debatable point/question, and introduces the debaters and their roles.
Moderator
How long has Ms. Oliver worked at IMET?
This is her third year!
The main parts of your speech, where the information you wish to speak on. This is immediately following your Introduction Statement.
Body
A speech designed to convey knowledge and understanding is...
Informative Speech
The facts, data, or other information used to support a claim or finding.
Evidence
Who presents the main points/arguments for his or her team's stand on the topic of the debate.
Lead Debater/ Constructor
How many children does Ms. Cat have?
1 ! Double points if you guessed "one daughter"
A short, declarative sentence that states the purpose, intent, or main idea of a speech.
Thesis
At what stage of the writing process do you identify the audience and purpose of your presentation?
Prewriting
Conveys information from a speaker to an audience.
Presentation
Who poses questions about the opposing team's arguments to its Question Responder.
Questioner/ Cross - Examiner
What did Mr. Parsley study in college?
Communication & Rhetorical Studies
Political Science
(Double points if guessed both)
This is the part of speech that gives the audience a reason to listen to the remainder of the speech.
Thesis
What can help you get your thoughts flowing when writing?
Brainstorming
Ethos, Logos, Pathos
Rhetorical Devices
Informative speeches help the audience to
Understand
How many years has Ms. Cat worked at IMET?
6 years
What is the purpose of an informative speech?
Convey knowledge and understanding
What is the last stage in the writing process (for speech)?
Presenting
A phrase or sentence that indicates that a speaker is moving from one main point to another main point in a speech.
Transitions
How can understanding other people's opinions help develop you to better communicate your own thoughts and opinions? Be specific!
Open ended!
Where did Ms. Cat get her undergraduate degree from?
Ball State
Double points if Correct Major