Giving Speeches

Giving Speeches

By Bryce Hespe

​High-Level Language

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Understated Transitions​

​Direct Language

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Simple Language​

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Obvious Transitions​

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2. What are some examples of complex language that writers may use but that speakers often avoid? Why do speakers use simpler language?

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3. Explain what it means that speaking is considered "interactive" while writing is considered "passive." Give an example of what interaction might look like.

Multiple Select

Which three statements describe the language or delivery of speeches?

• In speeches, repetition gives listeners extra chances to follow the key points.

• Speakers are able to interact with an audience in a way that writers usually can't.

• The language of speeches should be simpler and more direct than written language.

• Speakers can get away with more complex language than writers can, such as bigger words and longer sentences.

• Repetition is effective in written language but rarely in speeches.

Open Ended

6. What effect does pacing have on a speech? Give an example of what effective pacing might look like.

Multiple Choice

Match this definition with the technique it describes.

Shows that the speaker is serious and enthusiastic about the speech

• Walking

• Pacing

• Gestures

• Expressions

• Posture

Multiple Choice

Match this definition with the technique it describes.

Shows a transition from one point, section, or topic in a speech to the next

• Walking

• Pacing

• Gestures

• Expressions

• Posture

Multiple Choice

Match this definition with the technique it describes.

Helps show emotion but should be natural and not overused

• Walking

• Pacing

• Gestures

• Expressions

• Posture

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