Speaking Basics
What do you call the person giving a speech?
Speaker
What part of your body should you use to make gestures when speaking?
Hands
Who said "I have a dream"?
Martin Luther King Jr.
What do you call the written version of a speech?
Script
What do you call the fear of speaking in front of people?
Stage fright
What is it called when you speak in front of a group of people?
Public Speaking
What should you be doing during a speech?
Making eye contact
Which U.S. president gave the Gettysburg Address?
Abraham Lincoln
What is a "main idea" in a speech?
The most important part
What is one thing you can do before speaking to calm down?
Take deep breaths
What's the most important part of a speech's beginning?
The Hook / Introduction
Why should you stand up straight when giving a speech?
To show confidence and be heard directly
What do we call a short speech at a graduation?
Commencement speech
What should you always include at the end of your speech?
A strong conclusion
Why is it okay to be nervous before a speech?
Because it shows you care
What are the 3 main parts of a speech?
Introduction / Body / Conclusion
What does crossing your arms while speaking tell the audience?
That you might be nervous or closed off
Who gives a victory speech after an election?
The winner (usually the president or mayor)
Why is practicing your speech out loud helpful?
To improve fluency and confidence
What's a way to feel more confident before your speech?
Practice or positive self-talk
What does "tone of voice" mean?
The way your voice sounds (emotion, pitch, volume)
What is one way to use your face to help your speech?
Facial expressions to show feeling and/or emotions
What ancient Greek speaker was famous for powerful speeches?
Demosthenes
What's a transition word? Give an example.
A word that connects ideas, like "next" or "finally"
What's a "power pose" and how can it help before speaking?
A confident body position that boosts confidence