Voice Matters
I Can See What You're Saying
Speech Types
Stop, Look & Listen
Grab Bag
100

This matters because listeners need to hear your message loud and clear.

What is volume?

100

This describes communication based on a person's use of voice and body, rather than the use of words.

What is nonverbal? (Body Language is acceptable).

100
This type of speech is written word-for-word and read to the audience.
What is a manuscript speech?
100
Using these effectively can affect the power and impact your words have when delivering a speech. Just ask listeners of MLK, Jr.
What are pauses?
100
True or false? There are cultural differences when it comes to the amount of eye contact that is considered appropriate.
What is true?
200

You don't want to sound like the teacher in Ferris Bueller's Day Off, so avoid this vocal mistake. (Your voice should change its pitch and intonation in order to keep the audience's attention and show your emotion.)

What is monotone?

200
This term refers to the study of body motions as a systematic mode of communication-otherwise known as the study of body language.
What is kinesics?
200
Most people prefer not to be put on-the-spot, which is why the type of speech is probably least popular.
What is an impromptu speech?
200

You don't want to like use these like too much because like then your like listeners will like sooo hate you!

What are vocalized pauses?

200
There is alliteration in this answer. This phrase refers to changes in a speaker's volume, pitch, rate, and pauses, and is crucial to making your voice sound lively and animated.
What is vocal variety?
300
This refers to the rise and fall of a speaker's voice. It gives your speaking variety and interest.
What are inflections?
300
This refers to the motion of a speaker's hands or arms during the delivery of a speech. They should come naturally as you speak.
What are gestures?
300
This is the type of speech we'll encounter most. It is carefully prepared and rehearsed, but it is delivered from a brief set of notes.
What is an extemporaneous speech?
300

Like it or not, doing this correctly affects your listener's perception of you. Just ask George Bush. Unfortunately, he said the word nuclear incorrectly, and never lived it down!

What is pronunciation?

300
This term has a Greek origin, and literally means one tone. Your goal is not to have this...
What is monotone?
400
High or low, this term is used in both Music classes as well as Public Speaking.
What is pitch?
400
In America, we make/do a lot of this when speaking, but in Asia, not so much. (It is considered disrespectful to do this too much in Asia).
What is eye contact?
400

This method of speech delivery is done infrequently because most people are too nervous to remember lengthy speeches and speak eloquently. It is the perfect way to deliver a toast at weddings though.

What is reciting from memory?

400

This term can be confusing, but just remember to speak individual vowel sounds in words. For example, didja go...is just lazy. Practice saying "did you" instead.

What is articulation?

400

A political candidate is most likely going to deliver this kind of speech.

What is a manuscript speech?

500

You don't want to be the hare (rabbit-too fast) when delivering a speech, nor do you want to be the tortoise. Take your time, and speak naturally.

What is rate?

500

It is important to remember that appearance matters. Everything from the color of your clothing to the way you stand can affect the audience's perception of you. Doing this is a simple way to connect with your audience and appear friendly and approachable.

What is smiling?

500

This term refers to the way a good speaker presents a speech-so that it sounds spontaneous no matter how many times it has been rehearsed.

What is conversational quality?

500

This refers to regional differences in the pronunciation of words. How do you pronounce the stuff that comes out of the tap? Is it "water" or "warter"?

What is dialect?

500

According to your textbook, which of the following is the correct way to handle a question-and-answer session? A.) respond to hostile questions in a hostile manner B.) View the session as one more opportunity to get your point across C.) Allow each audience member to ask as many follow up questions as they wish

What is B?

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