Topic 1: Voice and Diction

An unvaried speaking tone with a lack of inflection throughout a speech.

The relative highness or lowness of a voice.

The speed at which someone speaks.

A particular quality of the voice that is expressive of some meaning or feeling.

A sequence of words or sounds, typically of an alliterative kind, that are difficult to pronounce quickly and correctly.

How loudly or softly someone speaks.

True or False:

Your voice is just as important as your body and your face when performing

When we push our consonants and

vowels into our nasal passages:

Choose one of the following three characters. Explain what qualities of vocal characteristics you would use to accomplish that characterization and why.

A mature art historian giving a presentation

An excited child begging their mother for ice cream

A caring parent giving their child life advice

Which terms describes the modulation of the voice; change in pitch or tone of voice