Delivery Methods
Type of method when a speaker reads word-for-word from a script.
What is Manuscript speaking?
Term for how loud or soft your voice is.
What is Volume?
Making eye contact helps you appear more _______.
What is Confident and trustworthy?
One way to connect with your audience early in your speech.
What is Start with a story, question, or relatable example?
One way to reduce nervousness before a speech.
What is Practice?
This delivery method is used when you speak from brief notes but not word-for-word.
What is Extemporaneous speaking?
Changing your pitch and tone helps prevent what speaking problem?
What is Monotone?
Gestures should be what — big and distracting or natural and clear?
What is Natural and clear?
Why is it important to adapt your message to your audience?
What is To keep them engaged and make your message relevant?
Breathing deeply before you start helps with what?
What is Relaxation and voice control?
This delivery method requires no preparation at all.
What is Impromptu speaking?
Speaking too quickly can make you seem what?
What is Nervous or unprepared?
Crossing your arms or looking down can signal what?
What is Nervousness or disinterest?
What should you do if your audience looks confused?
What is Slow down, clarify, or rephrase?
What’s a good mindset shift to calm nerves?
What is Focus on helping your audience, not being perfect?
In this method a speaker memorizes their entire speech.
What is Memorized speaking?
Element of vocal delivery that helps emphasize key points.
What is Pausing or inflection?
Why is posture important during a speech?
What is It shows confidence and control?
One nonverbal way to show you’re listening to your audience’s reactions.
What is Smile, nod, or adjust your pacing?
True or False: It’s normal for experienced speakers to feel some nervousness.
True
Delivery method that allows flexibility and audience connection while still being prepared.
What is Extemporaneous?
True or False: Your tone can change how the audience feels about your message.
True
True or False: Nonverbal communication can affect how your message is received.
True
True or False: Audience analysis only matters before the speech, not during it.
False
One spiritual or personal strategy that can help calm anxiety.
What is Prayer, positive affirmations, or mindfulness?