Speech Writing

What is one key difference between a proposal and a speech?

• A proposal is formal while a speech is informal

• A proposal does not include the use of rhetorical appeals.

• A proposal is a written text while a speech is to be delivered verbally.

• A proposal has a hook while a speech does not.

Why do we need to apply Paul's Wheel of Reasoning and UIS in our speech?

• To make a convincing argument

• To ensure that we are meeting our learning goals

• To ask smart questions

• To make Ms Ting happy

Which of the following is NOT used in speech writing to have a less formal tone?

• Active voice

• Contractions

• First Person Pronouns

• Long, complex sentences

What does IAE-L mean?

• Idea, Analysis, Elaboration, Link

• Idea, Analysis, Evidence, Link

• Idea, Annotation, Evidence, Link

• Idea, Analysis, Explanation, Link

What are the 2 fundamental questions to ask when writing the analysis?

Answer explanation

Why is your idea true?

Why does it matter?

Which of the following are parts of an effective introduction?

• Get attention and interest (Hook)

• Establish goodwill (and credibility)

• Explanation of points

• Reveal topic (Purpose of the speech)

As the President of Student Council, Dora wants to write a speech to talk about latecoming to the student population. Which rhetorical appeal would be inappropriate in her speech?

• Logos

• Ethos

• Pathos

• All of the above

How do we analyse situational writing tasks?

• PACPT

• PACC

• PACT

• PACTT

What does PACPT stand for?

Answer explanation

Purpose, Audience, Context, Persona, Tone

Which of the following should be included in a good conclusion?

• Reiteration of stand/ topic

• Use of Rhetorical question e.g. What do you think?

• Examples to justify points

• Echoing the hook