The Art of Persuasion
Credibility
Special Occasion Speeches
Presentation Style
Wild Card!
100

Persuasive claim arguing the truth or falsity of an assertation. 

What is a factual claim? 

100

The credibility an individual has before beginning his or her speech. 

What is initial credibility?

100

Speech designed to congratulate, appreciate or remember.

What is a toast?

100

The aspect of body language considered the most important in conveying trustworthiness.

What is eye contact?

100

This type of public speech is compared to a recorded message being relayed to someone. 

What is linear public speaking?

200

Persuasive theory based on the premise that people's perceptions of attitudes, values, beliefs and behaviors exist on a continuum, including latitudes of rejection, noncommitment and acceptance. 

What is the Social Judgment Theory? 

200

A sentence in your introduction that demonstrates your credentials and knowledge about the topic. 

What is a credibility position?

200

The presentation of a short message without advance preparation. 

What is impromptu speaking?

200

The most tried-and-true way to ensure effective delivery of your speech.

What is practice? 

200

The percentage of information we recall when we hear something rather than reading it.

What is 20%?

300
Persuasive theory that describes two primary routes that play a role in delivering a persuasive message -- central and peripheral.
What is Elaboration Likelihood Model?
300

The credibility an individual has gained or lost after delivering a speech. 

What is terminal credibility?

300

Speech designed to captivate an audience's attention and regale or amuse them while delivering a message.

What is an entertaining speech? 

300

The use of body movements to send a message.

What is nonverbal communication?

300

The process of examining claims made in a speech in order to assess their relevance and credibility.

What is critical listening?

400

Psychological phenomenon that occurs when a person's beliefs and actions don't line up, causing discomfort.

What is cognitive dissonance?

400

The characteristic of being trustworthy. 

What is credibility?

400

Speech given in honor of someone who has died.

What is a eulogy? 

400

The use of language to represent objects, actions or ideas.

What is imagery?

400

Using someone else's words or ideas without giving credit.

What is plagiarism?

500

Persuasive claim advocating a judgment about something (e.g., it's good or bad, right or wrong, better or worse)

What is a value claim?

500

The credibility an individual has developed while delivering a speech. 

What is derived credibility? 

500

Speech designed to recognize and celebrate the achievements of a group of people - often followed by a celebratory tossing of unique headwear.

What is a commencement speech?

500

Glossophobia. 

What is fear of public speaking?

500

Type of speech that engages both the speaker and listeners and requires both to make an effort to reach a conclusion about the material being presented.

What is transactional public speaking?