Mastering Delivery (Chapter 11)

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Why is delivery often the most feared aspect of public speaking?

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Delivery is often feared because it involves performance anxiety, the potential for mistakes, and the challenge of engaging an audience effectively.

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Contrast a well-prepared speech delivered poorly with a poorly written speech delivered superbly.

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A well-prepared speech delivered poorly may fail to engage the audience, while a poorly written speech delivered superbly can captivate and persuade through effective delivery techniques.

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How does public speaking differ from 'talking' and 'reading'?

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Public speaking is more formal, requires flexibility, and involves nonverbal interpretation, unlike casual talking or reading.

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What is Impromptu Speaking?

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Impromptu Speaking is delivering a speech without preparation, often in spontaneous scenarios.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of Impromptu Speaking?

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Advantages include spontaneity and responsiveness; disadvantages include potential disorganization.

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What is Manuscript Speaking?

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Manuscript Speaking involves reading a speech verbatim, suitable for legal, formal, or exact wording situations.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of Manuscript Speaking?

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Advantages include exact repetition; disadvantages include being uninteresting and lack of eye contact.

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What is the role of autocue devices in Manuscript Speaking?

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Autocue devices like TelePrompTer help professionals deliver speeches with exact wording while maintaining eye contact.

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What is Extemporaneous Speaking?

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Extemporaneous Speaking is planned, rehearsed, conversational, and uses brief notes.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of Extemporaneous Speaking?

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Advantages include being knowledgeable, credible, engaging, and flexible; disadvantages include requiring significant preparation and practice.