18 Questions
What is the purpose of public speaking?
To inform the audience
Which type of speech is not prepared and happens spontaneously?
Impromptu
What is the difference between an argument and a debate?
An argument does not involve evidence, while a debate does.
Which type of speech involves specific topics and ends in a decision?
Debate
Which type of speech is related to literature and involves analyzing and interpreting what an author said?
Storytelling
What is the common element between dramatic speeches, soliloquy, monologue, and declamation?
They are all related to public speaking.
What is the main difference between a declamation and a monologue?
A declamation is a performance of a speech written and performed by someone else, while a monologue is a speech delivered by one person.
Which type of character in drama demonstrates complexity and change throughout the story?
Round character
What is the key feature of a soliloquy in drama?
It allows a character to speak their thoughts aloud, heard only by the character and the audience.
What is the purpose of group interpretation in drama?
To give students experience in performing together.
What element of drama describes the feeling and attitude of the characters?
Mood
How does an internal speech differ from a soliloquy in drama?
An internal speech consists of hearing your own voice play out phrases in your mind, while a soliloquy involves revealing plot details.
What does 'impromptu speech' refer to?
A speech that is not prepared and happens spontaneously
Which type of communication involves two individuals?
Interpersonal communication
What does the term 'declamation' typically refer to?
A well-prepared speech delivered in a dramatic manner
Which mode of communication involves the use of images and characters?
Visual
What is the main purpose of feedback in the communication process?
To send messages back to the source/sender
Which level of communication involves three or more people?
Small group
Study Notes
Purpose of Public Speaking
- The purpose of public speaking is to convey information, express ideas, and persuade the audience.
Types of Speech
- Impromptu speech: not prepared and happens spontaneously.
- Argument: a claim or stance with supporting reasons and evidence.
- Debate: a discussion between two or more people with differing views, aiming to convince the audience.
- Deliberative speech: involves specific topics and ends in a decision.
Speech and Literature
- Interpretive speech: related to literature, involves analyzing and interpreting what an author said.
Dramatic Speeches
- Dramatic speeches, soliloquy, monologue, and declamation share the common element of being a form of dramatic expression.
- Declamation: a speech that is prepared and recited, often dramatic or expressive.
- Monologue: a speech by one person, often in a drama or play.
- Key feature of a soliloquy: a character speaks their thoughts aloud, often revealing their inner thoughts and feelings.
- Internal speech: a character's thoughts, different from a soliloquy in that it is not spoken aloud.
Drama
- Complex character: demonstrates complexity and change throughout the story.
- Mood: the feeling and attitude of the characters.
- Group interpretation: a type of drama where multiple actors perform a scene together.
Communication
- Dyad: a type of communication that involves two individuals.
- Declamation: typically refers to a prepared and recited speech.
- Drama: a mode of communication that involves the use of images and characters.
- Feedback: the main purpose is to provide a response or reaction to the message.
- Group communication: involves three or more people.
Explore the different types of speech in drama, such as declamation, monologue, soliloquy, dramatic and internal speeches. Learn how each type is used to convey different aspects of a character's thoughts and emotions.
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