Refining Speech and Language Choices

Refining Speech and Language Choices

Assessment

Interactive Video

English

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Richard Gonzalez

FREE Resource

The video explores how to speak with class and sophistication by choosing refined language. It covers using 'rather' for elegance, positive framing, avoiding fillers, using full forms, and avoiding hyperbole. It also discusses replacing slang with polished words, using polite language, and avoiding overused words like 'very'. The video emphasizes the importance of polished greetings and enriching vocabulary to enhance communication.

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14 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary focus of classy speech?

Using slang

Speaking loudly

Choosing thoughtful and refined language

Using complex words

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can the word 'rather' improve your speech?

By making it sound less rigid

By making it more casual

By increasing the word count

By adding complexity

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the benefit of positive framing in sentences?

It complicates the message

It shifts focus from problems to possibilities

It reduces clarity

It makes speech sound more negative

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why should filler words be avoided in speech?

They are necessary for emphasis

They enhance the message

They make speech sound more polished

They add clarity

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the advantage of using full forms instead of abbreviations?

It makes speech less formal

It shortens the message

It adds thoughtfulness to speech

It makes speech sound rushed

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does avoiding hyperbole affect your speech?

It complicates the message

It makes speech more dramatic

It makes speech more credible

It adds humor

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the impact of replacing slang with polished words?

It makes speech less clear

It enhances articulation

It makes speech trendy

It reduces formality

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