Duration, word choice & grammatical correctness

Question 1

By doing this, you can actually monitor the time and length of your speech or the so-called _____

Answer 1

Duration

Question 2

Most experts say that the ideal length of speech is up to ___ minutes. (Gray-Grant, 2017).

Answer 2

20

Question 3

Most experts say that the ideal length of speech is up to 20 minutes. (_______).

Answer 3

Gray-Grant, 2017

Question 4

Introduction: __ minutes (___ words)

Answer 4

2; 250

Question 5

Body: Point 1: ___ minutes (___ words)

Answer 5

5; 625

Question 6

Body: Point 2: ___ minutes (___ words)

Answer 6

5; 625

Question 7

Body: Point 3: ___ minutes (___ words)

Answer 7

5; 625

Question 8

Conclusion: ___ minutes (___ words)

Answer 8

3; 375

Question 9

__________ are specific words or phrases used by a certain individual or group which are difficult for others to understand.

Answer 9

Jargons

Question 10

There are a lot of vocabulary available to describe one’s idea. However, the speaker should carefully use the correct word in writing the speech. The use of conversational language helps put the audience feel at ease and creates a special bond between the speaker and the audience. However, there are things that you should consider in choosing your words.

Answer 10

word choice

Question 11

Using correct grammar when you give a speech is important to prevent misunderstanding and misinterpretation between you and the audience. Good command of the language helps listeners understand you quickly. Grammar inconsistencies slow down the communication process and generate negative impressions for the audience, as your ideas and thoughts are not clear and coherently conveyed.

Answer 11

grammar correctness

Question 12

It is one of the most important aspects in developing your speech because you can tailor-fit your speech content and delivery to your listeners.

Answer 12

audience analysis

Question 13

In speech writing, it can be defined as all aspects of your writing that help the reader move smoothly from one sentence to the next, and from one paragraph to another.

Answer 13

logical organization or arrangement of thoughts

Question 14

It is the core part of the speech that offers definitions, examples, or any information that can help you convey your intent and clarify the main concept of your speech.

Answer 14

body

Question 15

It functions as the summarizer of the entire speech content.

Answer 15

conclusion

Question 16

Its first major aim is to gain the attention of your audience and to make them interested in what you have to say.

Answer 16

introduction

Question 17

When dealing with speech duration, the average length of speech according to many experts is around____ minutes.

Answer 17

20

Question 18

These terms should be avoided in writing a speech because these are intended only for a specific group of people and can never be understood by the general audience.

Answer 18

jargons

Question 19

It is a method in organizing a speech which presents idea in time order.

Answer 19

chronological order

Question 20

It is a method in organizing a speech which presents idea in time order.

Answer 20

chronological order

Question 21

It is a method in organizing a speech which divides the topic into subtopics based on the importance or interest value.

Answer 21

categorical/topical order

Question 22

It is important to prevent misunderstandings and inconsistencies between you and the audience. Good command of the language helps listeners understand you quickly.

Answer 22

grammatical correctness