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• What is the purpose of an informative speech?


  To provide verified information and accurate facts about a topic
• How does an informative speech affect the audience?


  It increases understanding and creates a new perspective
• What is the definition of persuasive speaking according to Gronbeck (1994)?


  It is the process of producing oral messages that increase personal commitment and modify beliefs, attitudes, or values
• What is the main goal of persuasive speech?


  To change or reinforce attitudes or behaviors
• What is the purpose of an entertainment speech?


  To transmit a feeling of pleasure and goodwill to the audience
• How should an entertainment speech be delivered?


  By being gracious, genial, good-natured, and relaxed
• What are the different ways to support a speech argument?


  1. Facts from reading, observation, or personal experience
  2. Statistics from responsible sources
  3. Quotes from leading experts
  4. Examples to enhance meaning and provide evidence
• What is the purpose of a speech of introduction?


  To make the audience interested in the speaker and establish credibility
• What should you do when introducing a speaker?


  Ask the speaker how they want to be introduced and be brief
• What is the purpose of an acceptance or thank you speech?


  To express gratitude for recognition or an award
• What should you include in an acceptance speech?


  Thank the awarding body and those instrumental in your recognition
• What is the purpose of a speech of tribute?

  To honor a retiring colleague
• How should a speech of tribute be delivered?


  Be positive and sincere without being overly emotional
• What is a eulogy?


  A speech that honors a deceased person's life and accomplishments
• What should be avoided in a eulogy?


  Being too emotional or sentimental
• What is the goal of a speech of inspiration?


  To uplift the spirit of the audience
• How should a speech of inspiration be delivered?


  Be inspired yourself and use vivid language
• What is articulation in speaking?


  It is the correct way of pronouncing words
• What does modulation refer to in speaking?


  It refers to the variation in loudness and speed of speech
• What is stage presence?


  It is the ability to connect powerfully with the audience
• What are some tips to improve stage presence?


  Maintain eye contact, use appropriate facial expressions, and have a positive attitude
• What are the functions of gestures according to Ekman and Friesen?


  Gestures can stand for words or ideas
• What is intrapersonal communication?


  It involves self-talk and personal thoughts
• What is dyadic communication?


  It involves two persons exchanging ideas alternately
• What is interpersonal communication?


  It involves two or more persons engaging in communication
• What is small group communication?


  It is interpersonal communication within groups of 3 to 20 individuals
• What are the types of speech styles?


  • Intimate conversation
  • Casual conversation
  • Consultative
  • Formal conversation
  • Frozen
• What characterizes intimate conversation?


  It uses private language shared among family and close friends
• What is casual conversation?


  It is used among friends in an informal atmosphere
• What is consultative conversation?


  It is a standard form of communication known as professional discourse
• What is the main goal of an informative speech?


  To give the audience verified information and accurate facts about a certain topic
• How does an informative speech create a new perspective for the listeners?


  By increasing understanding or awareness about the topic
• What is the main goal of a persuasive speech?


  To change or reinforce attitudes or behaviors
• According to Gronbeck (1994), what is persuasive speaking?


  The process of producing oral messages that increase personal commitment, modify beliefs, attitudes, or values
• What is the main goal of an entertainment speech?


  To transit a feeling of pleasure and goodwill to the audience
• How does an entertainment speech aim to amuse the audience?


  By being gracious, genial, good-natured, relaxed, and demonstrating to the listeners that the speaker is enjoying the pleasant job of speaking to them
• What are some ways to support a speech argument?


  Facts, statistics, quotes from experts, and examples
• Why is it important to cite the sources of statistics used in a speech?


  To ensure the statistics come from responsible sources
• What is the purpose of a speech of introduction?


  To make the audience interested in the speaker and help establish the speaker's credibility
• What should you avoid when giving a speech of introduction?

  Exaggerating or upstaging the speaker