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What is the primary purpose of an informative speech?
What is the primary purpose of an informative speech?
An extemporaneous speech is characterized by extensive rehearsing and planning.
An extemporaneous speech is characterized by extensive rehearsing and planning.
False
Give an example of a situation where an impromptu speech might be required.
Give an example of a situation where an impromptu speech might be required.
During an interview or on the first day at work.
A speech that is prepared and delivered word-for-word is called a __________ speech.
A speech that is prepared and delivered word-for-word is called a __________ speech.
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Which type of speech is best suited for a comedian?
Which type of speech is best suited for a comedian?
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Using a memorized speech allows the speaker to refer to notes during delivery.
Using a memorized speech allows the speaker to refer to notes during delivery.
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What is a significant disadvantage of a manuscript speech?
What is a significant disadvantage of a manuscript speech?
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Match the type of speech with its description:
Match the type of speech with its description:
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Study Notes
Types of Speech According to Purpose
- Informative: Provides a clear understanding of a concept or idea. Teacher lectures are examples.
- Entertainment: Aims to amuse the audience. Comedian speeches are examples.
- Persuasive: Seeks to influence the audience's ideas and decisions. Political campaign speeches are examples.
Types of Speech According to Delivery
1. Extemporaneous
- Description: Limited preparation, guided by notes/outline, conversational delivery.
- Speaking Situations: Campaign speeches, reporting a topic in class, student government positions.
- Advantages: Looks confident, engages the audience.
- Disadvantages: May lack adequate planning/rehearsal time.
- Tips: Outline points, organize logically, use real-life experiences, manage time, rehearse.
2. Impromptu
- Description: No advanced preparation, unrehearsed, conversational.
- Speaking Situations: Events where a short, spontaneous speech is needed (e.g., first day at work, interview).
- Advantages: Natural and focused speaking.
- Tips: Focus on a brief and natural delivery.
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Description
Explore various types of speeches categorized by purpose and delivery methods. This quiz covers informative, persuasive, and entertainment speeches, along with different delivery techniques like extemporaneous and impromptu styles. Test your understanding of how these speeches function in real-life scenarios.
