Main Points
What are the main points of a speech?
- "Skeleton" of the body of speech
- Specific purpose
Why is organization important?
Have one of the following:
- organization makes it easier to understand
- makes you a more trustworthy speaker
- allows you to express important ideas
What is a connective?
Is everyday language used in public speaking?
No, more formal language is used in public speaking.
What is the most common method of speech delivery?
Speaking Extemporaneously
- Brief notes/outline
- Sounds spontaneous
- What we use in class
Are main points always obvious?
No, main points can emerge through research
How many parts do you divide a problem-solution order into?
Divide into 2 main parts.
- 1 part to show existence or seriousness of problem
- 1 part to show workable solution to problem
What is a word/phrase that states what idea the speaker is leaving and the idea coming up?
Transition.
What is one way to combat nervousness?
- think positively
- visual aids
- good attention getter
- make good eye contact
True or False: Speaker's should not use vocal variety when speaking.
False.
Speakers should use vocal variety to "spice up" their speech.
What is the maximum number of main points in a typical classroom speech?
No more than 4-5 main points
What kind of speech are causal order used in?
True or False: Internal previews are LESS detailed than transitions.
False.
Internal previews are MORE detailed than transitions.
What is one way to strengthen your critical thinking skills?
- test the logic of your argument
- research your speech
- outline and organize your speech
Should a speaker practice responding to possible questions before giving their speech?
Yes.
A speaker should practice the delivery of answers to possible questions prior to giving their speech.
True or False: Main points do not need supporting material in a speech.
False.
Main points are only assertions and need supporting details to back them up.
True or False: Topical ordered speeches divide main points into subtopics which each become a major part of the speech.
True.
What is the purpose of an internal summary?
To summarize the speaker's preceding point(s) and to remind listeners of what they just heard.
Give one example of an external interference and internal interference.
External - students in the hall, busses, tapping of pencil
Internal - stress, worry, thinking of another class
True or False: You are seen before you are heard.
True.
Appearance can make a good/bad impression before you even begin speaking.
How should main points be written/organized?
Each main point should have the same pattern of wording and same amount of time given to them.
What kind of pattern does spatial order follow?
Directional pattern
Ex. Bottom-Top, Left-Right, Front-Back, East-West, etc.
What brief statement can combine all kinds of connectives in order to indicate where the speaker is at in their speech?
Signpost.
What is the term used when someone believes that their own group or culture is superior to all others?
Ethnocentrism
What is the difference between pronunciation, enunciation, and articulation?
Pronunciation - saying words correctly
Enunciation - speaking clearly
Articulation - the physical production of sounds