Speech Writing and Delivery
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What factor will dictate the tone, structure, and length of your speech?

  • The size of the audience
  • Your goals and purpose for the speech (correct)
  • The weather on the day of the speech
  • The number of slides in your presentation

    • What are the three main classifications for the purpose of writing and delivering a speech?

  • To inform, to educate, and to engage
  • To inform, to entertain, and to persuade (correct)
  • To educate, to inspire, and to persuade
  • To persuade, to entertain, and to engage

    • What should you consider when adjusting the length of your talk?

  • The expectations and needs of your audience (correct)
  • The time of day when the speech is delivered
  • The topic of your speech
  • The color of your presentation slides

    • What factor can give you greater authority to speak and write about a subject?

    <p>The amount of personal experience and knowledge about the subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should determine the length of your speech when delivering 'bad' news to listeners?

    <p>The potential hostility in receiving the news</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you do to ensure an effective and concise presentation?

    <p>Time your speech by planning it while writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does knowing the purpose of your speech affect its tone and structure?

    <p>It dictates the tone and structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factor gives you greater authority to speak and write about a subject?

    <p>Personal experience and knowledge about the subject</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it important to adjust the length of your talk based on your audience?

    <p>To fit what you believe they need and expect</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the mood of the speech affect its length?

    <p>The length is determined by the level of negativity in the subject matter</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What should you consider when adjusting the length of your talk?

    <p>The potential hostility of the audience</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does knowing your role at an event guide expectations as to the length of your speech?

    <p>Your role determines if you should speak briefly or for longer periods</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is brevity best when the subject matter is expected to generate negativity?

    <p>To avoid prolonging the discomfort of the listeners</p> Signup and view all the answers

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