Types and Goals of Oratory

The video introduces the art of oratory, emphasizing its role in effective communication and persuasion. It explores the characteristics of oratory, such as elocution and impact, and traces its origins to ancient Greece. The video categorizes oratory into types like social, pedagogical, forensic, persuasive, sacra, and business, each serving different purposes. The focus is on forensic oratory, with a promise of more detailed exploration in future videos.

What is the primary focus of oratory?

• To express emotions

• To entertain the audience

• To convey a message effectively

• To tell a story

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of true oratory?

• Persuasion

• Conviction

• Manipulation

• Honesty

Where did oratory originate?

• China

• Greece

• Egypt

• Rome

Who founded a school of oratory in Athens?

• Socrates

• Plato

• Aristotle

• Demosthenes

Which type of oratory is used in legal settings?

• Social oratory

• Pedagogical oratory

• Forensic oratory

• Religious oratory

What is the main goal of pedagogical oratory?

• To celebrate

• To entertain

• To teach

• To persuade

Which type of oratory is commonly used by politicians?

• Forensic oratory

• Persuasive oratory

• Social oratory

• Religious oratory

What is the primary focus of religious oratory?

• To debate political ideas

• To conduct business meetings

• To deliver sermons

• To teach academic subjects

Which type of oratory is used in business settings?

• Business oratory

• Pedagogical oratory

• Social oratory

• Forensic oratory

What will the future videos focus on?

• Religious oratory

• Social oratory

• Pedagogical oratory

• Forensic oratory