Week 7- Enhancing a public speech Flashcards
1
Q
What is a thesis
A
A one sentence summation of your speech.
2
Q
What are the general purposes of public speaking?
A
To inform
To persuade
And to mark a special occasion
3
Q
What is a specific purpose?
A
Our instruction for the audience/ the action we want the audience to take as a result of hearing my speech.
4
Q
Define demographics
A
The common characteristics of your audience
5
Q
What things to avoid in a speech?
A
Overused topics, overly complex topics (too big for 8 minutes), overly emotional topics.
6
Q
What is the most important part of a speech?
A
The delivery
7
Q
How do I captivate an audience when giving a speech?
A
Speak with inflection
8
Q
Define inflection
A
Modulation of the voice: change in pitch or tone of voice.
