Public SPKG 101
Once Upon a Time 🧚(narrate)
Um, Actually 🤓(inform)
Let's Argue! 🗣️(persuade)
Party Time 🥳(commemorate)
Grab Bag
100

This feeling is normal before giving a speech, and it can even help you perform better if you control it.

Nervousness (or stage fright)

100

This is brief, detailed dramatic story that is relevant to your speech and in good taste.

Narrative (or illustration)

100

This kind of technique helps you learn about the people who will hear your speech.

Audience Analysis
100

This appeal is based on logic and facts.

Logos

100

This kind of speech gives thanks for an award or public recognition.

Acceptance speech

100

The author of our course textbook is ______ _______.

Stephen Lucas

200

True or False: Speaking in public is exactly the same as everyday conversation.

False! Public speaking requires more prep, structure, and consideration of context than most everyday speaking contexts.

200

True or False:  Effective speakers use ONLY ONE method of introduction and conclusion for their speeches.

False! Speakers should use a thoughtful combination of methods to be effective!

200

When you describe something step-by-step, like a recipe, this is your speech’s structure.

(Speech about) Process

200

This is a formal way to disagree with someone else’s argument.

Counter-argument

200

True or False: The main goal of a commemorative speech is to inform the audience about a new topic.

False

200

This language technique compares two things using “like” or “as.”

Simile

300

This is the belief that your own group or culture is better than others.

Ethnocentrism

300

In narrative speeches, the events are usually told in this order.

Chronological order

300

This technique emphasizes common values, goals, and/or experiences shared between the speaker and audience.

Identification

300

This appeal is based on the timeliness of your topic or supporting materials.

Kairos

300

These two elements are essential in a commemorative speech: recognizing shared values, and highlighting what makes the person or event special

1. Identification

2. Magnification

300

This is a type of nonverbal communication used to convey confidence with your speech, to gain immediate feedback from your audience, and to maintain connection with them while you speak.

Eye contact

400

One way to reduce nervousness is to do this before giving your speech—like speaking in front of a friend.

Rehearse or practice!

400

A story should have this to keep the audience interested. It's a problem or struggle.

Conflict

400

This kind of audience analysis considers how the size and physical setting of a speaking situation will determine what strategies the speaker will use.

Situational audience analysis

400

Three ways a speaker may gather information on their audience is through surveys, observations, and ________ .

(Face-to-face) interviews

400

This kind of language is especially important in commemorative speeches. It should sound emotional, descriptive, and creative.

Vivid or elevated language (also acceptable: dramatic, colorful, exciting)

400

Prof. Santos is from this tropical island.

Guam!


500

This term refers to a speaking style that sounds similar to a natural, conversational tone of voice, uses brief notes, not full scripts, and is practiced, but not memorized.

Extemporaneous speaking

500

Which of these is NOT an idea to emphasize when developing a narrative? 

  1. Base it on a character your audience an empathize with

  2. Build tension leading up to the narrative’s middle

  3. End on a strong note

  4. Give as many as details about the situation as possible

4. Give as many as details about the situation as possible

Narratives should be focused on specific details to set the tone, build empathy, or progress the story!

500

This term describes how people care most about their own needs and interests.

Egocentrism

500

When you move from specific examples to a general conclusion, it’s called this.

Inductive Reasoning

500

This part of a special occasion speech shows why the person or event is important or praiseworthy by highlighting achievements, values, or challenges overcome.

Magnification

500

Which of these is not a conclusion technique?

A. Personal Intention

B. Show of Hands

C. Call to Action

D. Intro-Looping

Show of Hands (call for audience to "show hands" and see how many people relate to an idea or experience)

600

This kind of tone, with no pitch change, can make listeners bored.

Monotone

600

This storytelling element shows what the speaker learned or wants the audience to understand.

The resolution or takeaway message (also acceptable: thesis or meaning)

600

This form of audience analysis looks at the physical setting and audience's attitude toward you and the topic.

Situational audience analysis

600

This term means the audience’s opinion of your honesty and knowledge.

Credibility

600

What is at least one thing a speaker should avoid during a speech of presentation or introduction?

1. Drawing too much attention to themselves

2. Embarrassing the speaker

3. Listing irrelevant facts

600

Name ALL of your classmates! You must name all 19 to successfully answer this question.

SP25: Kristen, Soyeon, Bohyeon, Terry, Haewon, Yunji, Dohyeon, Seoeun, Junglynn, Jaesi, Brandon, Sara, Anna, Zack, Jeongun, Yunchan, Juwon, Sofia, Taesan

700

This part of body language shows confidence and connects you to your audience.

Eye Contact

700

Narratives often help the audience feel this emotion when they relate to the characters.

Empathy

700

What are three key traits to focus on in demographic analysis?

Age, gender, and group membership

700

This term refers to your reputation after you have finished speaking.

Terminal credibility

700

There are at least three goals for a speech of introduction. Name one!

1. Build enthusiasm for the speaker

2. Build enthusiasm for the topic/event/award

3. Establish a welcoming climate for the speaker/event with the audience

700

Prof. Santos earned her Master of Arts degree in this field of study.

English: Linguistics

800

What’s the problem with this purpose statement: “What is fast fashion?”

It's a question, not a clear purpose. It doesn't tell the audience what they will learn!

800

What are the five basic parts of narrative structure? (you must name all five to score points)

Situation, conflict, climax, outcome, resolution

800

Name three strategies to make an informative speech more engaging. (You MUST name three)

1. Personalize your content

2. Use examples

3. Use clear/simple language

800

What’s the problem with this argument? “If we lower the legal drinking age, soon all students will become alcoholics.”

Slippery slope (or exaggerated reasoning); one does not necessarily lead to the other extreme end!

800

There are at least three ways to use identification in a special occasion speech. This use of identification describes a shared goal, encourages future action, or visualizes a better future for the group.

Renewed Group Commitment

800

How old is Prof. Santos?

29 🌞