Leadership Speeches Quiz

An _____ speech is one where the speaker intends to educate their audience on a specific topic.

• Informative

• Inspirational

• Persuasive

Which of the following are key elements that help a speaker achieve their goal.

• Introduction

• Body

• Conclusion

• All the above

_____ speeches provide the meaning of a specific topic about which their audience has minimal knowledge. The purpose of this speech is to educate the audience regarding the main points of the topic.

• Describe(Description)

• Define(Definition)

• Explain(Explanatory)

• Demonstrate

  (Demonstration)

_____ speeches provide a depiction of the state of a given topic. The information provided within these speeches is either new or has been recently updated.

• Define(Definition)

• Explain(Explanation)

• Describe(Description)

• Demonstrate

  (Demonstration)

_____ speeches provide the audience with information that allows them to create a mental image of what the speaker presents. Speakers typically describe a person, place, object, or animal.

• Define(Definition)

• Explain(Explanation)

• Describe(Description)

• Demonstrate

  (Demonstration)

_____ speeches explain to the audience how to complete a certain task. The speaker verbally breaks down each part of the demonstration while visually showcasing all of the necessary steps.

• Define(Definition)

• Explain(Explanation)

• Describe(Description)

• Demonstrate

  (Demonstration)

An _____ speech doesn't need the audience to take action. Its intention is to create an uplifting emotional experience.

• Informative

• Persuasive

• Inspirational

Which of the following are techniques you can use to inspire your audience? Select all that apply.

• Give them hope

• Stand in your power

• Use fear

• Give a sense of desperation

When writing an inspirational speech, the first step is to _____.

• Research your audience

• Pick out your outfit

• Determine your purpose

If knowing your audience is the next step in writing an inspirational speech, which of the following questions would best help you?

• How many men vs. women in audience

• Are they interested in your topic?

• Where is the audience coming from?