Speech Writing Quiz

What is the first step in writing a speech?

• Revising

• Conducting an audience analysis

• Preparing an outline

• Selecting a writing pattern

What is the main purpose of audience analysis?

• To make the speech longer

• To understand the needs and interests of the listeners

• To impress the teacher

• To gather sources from the internet

Which of the following best defines a speech?

• A casual conversation between friends

• A formal discourse delivered to an audience

• A story told for entertainment

• A written essay for school

What does the word 'speech' originate from?

• 'spaec'

• 'spich'

• 'spreek'

• 'speca'

Which type of speech aims to inform or educate the audience about a topic?

• Persuasive speech

• Entertainment speech

• Informative speech

• Speech for special occasions

Which of the following is an example of a persuasive speech?

• Explaining the parts of a plant

• A politician campaigning for votes

• Delivering a graduation message

• A teacher describing a process

What is the main goal of a persuasive speech?

• To entertain

• To confuse the audience

• To convince the audience to accept an idea or viewpoint

• To describe a person or event

What should a speaker do after writing the first draft of their speech?

• Delete everything and start again

• Edit, revise, and rehearse

• Submit without reading

• Add random quotes

What part of a speech summarizes the main points and leaves a lasting impression?

• Introduction

• Body

• Conclusion

• Outline

Which of the following statements best describes the speech writing process?

• It is a one-step process that ends after writing.

• It involves several steps—from analyzing the audience to rehearsing the speech.

• It focuses only on grammar and punctuation.

• It skips outlining to save time.