Better Speech

What is the purpose of an introductory speech?

• To persuade the audience

• To communicate who you are to the audience

• To entertain the audience

• To confuse the audience

What should be included in the introduction of a speech about yourself?

• Personal experiences and achievements

• Professional experience and achievements

• Social activities and volunteering

• All of the above

What is the recommended tone of voice for an introductory speech for career opportunities?

• Professional

• Relatable

• Humorous

• Sarcastic

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CCSS.RL.11-12.4

CCSS.RL.6.4

CCSS.RL.7.4

CCSS.RL.8.4

CCSS.RL.9-10.4

What is the purpose of a hook in a speech?

• To capture the audience's attention

• To confuse the audience

• To provide background information

• To summarize the speech

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CCSS.RL.2.6

CCSS.RL.8.3

What should be included in the conclusion of a speech about yourself?

• Future goals and ambitions

• Personal achievements

• Educational background

• All of the above

What is the purpose of a persuasive speech?

• To entertain the audience

• To confuse the audience

• To make the audience believe you or do what you want them to

• To summarize the main points of the speech

What should be included in the body of a persuasive speech?

• Main ideas and evidence

• Personal experiences and achievements

• Educational background

• Social activities and volunteering

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.8.5

What is the recommended structure for a persuasive speech?

• Introduction, body, conclusion

• Conclusion, body, introduction

• Body, introduction, conclusion

• Conclusion, introduction, body

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.8

CCSS.RI. 9-10.8

CCSS.RI.8.8

What is the recommended approach to writing a speech?

• Start with a short speech and gradually add more details

• Write the entire speech in one go

• Skip the outline and start writing directly

• Ask a friend to write the speech for you

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3

What is the importance of practicing a speech?

• To gain confidence in public speaking

• To confuse the audience

• To make the speech longer

• To avoid writing the speech

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CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

CCSS.RI.8.5

CCSS.RI.11-12.3

CCSS.RI.9-10.3