Types of Speeches Flashcards
A speech that aims to educate or inform the
audience about a particular topic.
- It should be clear, concise, and well-organized.
- to share knowledge and facts.
Informative Speech (To inform)
A speech that aims to persuade the audience to take a particular action or believe in a certain
point of view.
- It should be well-argued and supported by
evidence.
- ask audience to have a change of heart or to do
something, in sales
Persuasive Speech (To persuade)
sales pitches, political speeches, and advertisements.
Persuasive Speech (To persuade)
lectures, presentations, and documentaries.
Informative Speech (To inform)
- A speech that aims to entertain or amuse the
audience. - It should be humorous, engaging, and relevant to
the audience.
Entertainment Speech (To entertain)
stand-up comedy routines, afterdinner speeches, and award ceremonies.
Entertainment Speech (To entertain)
- A speech that is prepared and practiced
beforehand, but delivered without
memorization or reading from a script. - It allows for flexibility and adaptation to the
audience and the situation.
Extemporaneous Speech
presentations, classroom lectures, and debates
Extemporaneous
- A speech that is delivered without any
preparation or rehearsal. - It requires quick thinking and the ability to
organize ideas on the spot.
Impromptu Speech
responding to a question in class, giving a toast at a wedding, and making a presentation at a job interview
Impromptu Speech
- A speech that is read word-for-word from a
prepared script. - It ensures that the message is delivered
accurately and consistently.
Manuscript Speech
formal speeches, such as political
addresses and award presentations.
Manuscript Speech
- A speech that is learned and delivered by heart.
- It allows for eye contact and a more natural
delivery
Memorized Speech
short speeches, such as poems and sonnets
Memorized Speech
