Informative vs Persuasive

The video tutorial discusses the differences and similarities between informative and persuasive speaking. It explains how informative speaking involves conveying knowledge and facts, often using supporting materials like data and examples. Persuasive speaking, on the other hand, aims to change the audience's mind or behavior by building arguments and presenting solutions. The tutorial also highlights how these speaking styles often overlap in professional settings, where speakers need to both inform and persuade. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the audience and tailoring the message to fit the situation.

What is the primary goal of informative speaking?

• To inform the audience about something new

• To entertain the audience

• To persuade the audience to take action

• To confuse the audience

Which of the following is NOT a typical example of an informative topic?

• Why you should buy a new car

• The importance of Pearl Harbor

• The life of Thomas Edison

• How to make sushi

What is a common way to structure the main points in an informative speech?

• Reverse order

• Random order

• Chronological order

• Problem-solution order

In informative speaking, what is the purpose of using supporting materials?

• To confuse the audience

• To provide entertainment

• To give a variety of ways to understand the message

• To make the speech longer

What is the main objective of persuasive speaking?

• To inform the audience

• To change the audience's minds or behaviors

• To entertain the audience

• To confuse the audience

How can the same topic be used differently in persuasive speaking compared to informative speaking?

• By using more jokes

• By changing the order of slides

• By focusing on changing opinions rather than just providing information

• By speaking faster

What is a common structure used in persuasive speeches?

• Alphabetical order

• Random order

• Problem-solution order

• Chronological order

Which of the following is an example of persuasive speaking in a professional setting?

• Describing a historical event

• Convincing employees to adopt a new policy

• Training on a new software

• Explaining company history

In professional settings, how often are informative and persuasive speaking used together?

• Rarely

• Never

• Almost always

• Only in sales

What should be considered when deciding whether to use informative or persuasive speaking?

• The speaker's mood

• The audience and occasion

• The length of the speech

• The time of day