Oral Communication

It means to translate an idea into language___

Requires you to commit the speech to memory so that you do not bring your notes when delivering it.

• Manuscript

• Impromptu

• Persuasive

• Memorized

Since this type of speech follows a word-for-word method, you might be tempted to skip practicing the speech.

• Manuscript

• Memorized

• Impromptu

• Extemporaneous

Delivered with the help of short notes and a clear outline.

• Memorized

• Manuscript

• Impromptu

• Extemporaneous

Speaking without advanced preparation.

• Extemporaneous

• Manuscript

• Memorized

• Impromptu

Knowing the audience and the occasion is crucial in writing a speech.

• True

• False

If your speech has four paragraphs, you should focus on one paragraph at a time. Once you have memorized the first paragraph, focus on the next one. This is for memorized speech.

• True

• False

After your speech, it is inappropriate to say “Thank you” to the organizer for the speaking opportunity.

• True

• False

What is the primary purpose of oral communication?

• To convey written information

• To share ideas and information verbally

• To read aloud from a text

• To write essays

Which of the following is a key component of effective oral communication?

• Using complex vocabulary

• Maintaining eye contact

• Speaking as quickly as possible

• Avoiding gestures