WorksheetsTypical Speech Vocabulary
Total questions: 22
Worksheet time: 28mins
What is the term for the clear and precise pronunciation of words?
Inflection
Enunciation
Phrasing
Slang
Which term refers to the use of voice modulation to convey different meanings or emotions on particular words?
Pitch
Gesture
Inflection
Posture
What is the term for speaking without preparation?
Extemporaneous
Impromptu
Rhetoric
Anecdote
Which of the following is a technique used to make a speech more engaging by varying the tone and volume of your voice?
Inflection
Enunciation
Pitch
Phrasing
How can you make a speech longer and more engaging for an audience?
Ask Rhetorical Questions
Add tons of Anecdotes
Use Lots of Slang
Provide Good Details
Which term refers to the physical stance or position of a speaker while delivering a speech?
Posture
Gesture
Lectern
Pitch
What is the term for the use of informal language or expressions in speech?
Rhetoric
Slang
Phrasing
Expression
Which term refers to the use of body movements to convey meaning during a speech?
Gesture
Posture
Inflection
Enunciation
What is the term for the art of speaking or writing that inspires other people to do something?
Rhetoric
Expression
Motivation
Phrasing
Which term refers to the way in which words are arranged and delivered in a speech?
Phrasing
Enunciation
Gesture
Pitch
What is the term for a question asked to make a point rather than to get an answer?
Rhetorical Question
Anecdote
Impromptu
Extemporaneous
Which term refers to the highness or lowness of a speaker's voice?
Pitch
Inflection
Expression
Posture
What is the term for the or reason behind a speaker's message or a speaker's reason to speak?
Expression
Motivation
Rhetoric
Gesture
Which term refers to the stand that is used for a speaker to give a speech behind?
Lectern
Posture
Gesture
Pitch
What is the term for the using the look on your face to convey emotions during a speech?
Expression
Enunciation
Inflection
Phrasing
Which type of speech is given with just a little time to prepare?
Extemporaneous
Impromptu
Persuasive
Informative
In your intro, you should restate the topic and then...
highlight your 3 points
state your name
tell a story
ramble on about the topic
The body of any basic speech should have how many points.
Which of the following would be an example of bad body language during a speech.
Fidgeting with or bringing attention to jewelry.
What is the role of eye contact in effective public speaking?
It should be avoided to maintain focus
It is only necessary at the beginning and end of the speech
It helps to connect with the audience and convey sincerity
It is less important than the content of the speech
Why is it important to use gestures during a speech?
To distract the audience from what is being said
To emphasize points and make the speech more interesting
To fill the silence while thinking of what to say next
To show the audience that you are nervous
Why do you need to have a point preview in the intro and a point review in the conclusion?
To have more to say
To keep you and the audience organized
So that you have more work to prepare for
To help you reach your time limit
