Expository Writing: Writing and Presenting an Expository Speech

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What is the meaning of expository writing?

  • Expressing personal opinions
  • Persuading the audience to take action
  • Explaining or describing something (correct)
  • Entertaining the audience with a funny story

What is the purpose of an expository speech?

  • To explain an idea, experience, or process out loud (correct)
  • To share personal opinions
  • To persuade the audience to take action
  • To entertain the audience

What should you do if you don't know a lot about your expository speech topic?

  • Ask the audience for information during the speech
  • Use only personal experiences in the speech
  • Take time to research using various sources (correct)
  • Skip the research step and start writing immediately

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a type of expository writing in the text?

<p>Narratives (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Before writing a rough draft of your speech, what should you think about based on the text?

<p>The 5 Ws: Who, What, When, Where, and Why (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of brainstorming in speech writing?

<p>To help connect main ideas in the paper (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to include a thesis statement in the introduction of a speech?

<p>To summarize the main points of the essay (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How should one prepare for presenting a speech according to the text?

<p>Practice in front of a mirror and family members (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what order should a 'how-to' speech be written according to the text?

<p>Write the process in chronological order (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of body paragraphs in a speech?

<p>To provide evidence for main points (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Study Notes

Expository Writing and Speech

  • Expository writing aims to explain, describe, or inform about a topic.
  • The purpose of an expository speech is to inform, explain, or describe a topic to the audience.

Preparing for an Expository Speech

  • If you don't know a lot about the topic, research and gather information from credible sources.
  • Before writing a rough draft, think about the audience, purpose, and main points to cover.

Types of Expository Writing

  • The following are types of expository writing: cause-and-effect, compare-and-contrast, how-to, and problem-solution.

Brainstorming and Thesis Statement

  • Brainstorming helps generate ideas and organize thoughts for the speech.
  • A thesis statement is crucial in the introduction as it clearly states the main idea or claim.

Presenting a Speech

  • Prepare for presenting a speech by practicing in front of friends, family, or a mirror.

Structuring a 'How-To' Speech

  • A 'how-to' speech should be written in a logical order, explaining each step in a clear and concise manner.

Body Paragraphs

  • The main function of body paragraphs is to provide supporting details and evidence for the main idea or claim.

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