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PUBLIC SPEAKING Flashcards

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MODE OF SPEECH
A report is read out by the head engineer during the company’s
annual general meeting.

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Manuscript Speaking

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KIND OF SPEECH
No matter what you choose to do; no matter what direction
you go; whether you are going to be a doctor who will treat
refugees or financier making money off of foreclosures, you
will face a moment in your career where you have absolutely
no idea what to do, young graduates.

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Commencement Speech

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Usually given to a person after his death at a funeral service.

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Eulogy

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Benefits of public speaking.

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  • speeches are not only meant for academic tasks and activities, but they perform a vital role in building and maintaining personal relationships and boosting one’s confidence
  • Seventy percent of jobs today are deemed to involve some forms of public speaking

-Having good communication skills is believed to significantly contribute to one’s professional
success and growth—this is primarily the reason why communicative competence, one of the
21st century skills you should master, is promoted and highly encouraged in schools.

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Etymological meaning of Glossophobia

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Glossa- tounge

Phobos- fear or dread

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A type of keynote speech to markthe occasion of a school’s graduation ceremony during which diplomats are awarded to graduating students

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Commencement speech

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MODE OF SPEECH
The facilitator of a seminar for teenagers used cards which
contain the big ideas and key concepts of his speech. He glanced
at them regularly for him to stay on track.

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Extemporaneous Speech

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Made with very little preparation thus the speaker only relied on previous knowledge and skill

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Impromptu Speech

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The presentation of an award is usually followed by this type of speech, which the recipient delivers upon immediate receipt of the award.

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Acceptance Speech

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Its goals are to console the audience and to praise the deceased.

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Eulogy

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Speech is written out, then memorized.

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Memorized Speech

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What to do when you are asked to present an impromptu speech?

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Think of major points and how to support them

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can contain tributes, admiration, comedic insults, and outlandish stories that are true or untrue.

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Roast

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Celebratory in nature in that it marks an important milestone in the graduates’ lives.

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Commencement Speech

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Can be a call to action for its audience

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Commencement Speech

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Requires a lot of practice before the actual delivery to avoid problems like reciting hurriedly and stuttering/

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Memorized Speech

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What mode of speech is a self-introduction

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Impromptu speech

18
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What mode of speech is presented when an actor

practices his line?

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Extemporaneous Speech

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It expresses the experiences, kindness, support, and warmth the individual extended

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Farewell

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Speaker presents a person with an award or prize.

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Speech to Present an Award

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The good things about this mode are that since notes or manuscripts are not necessary, you are free to use your hands for effective gestures and movements.

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Memorized Speech

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The disadvantage of a memorized speech?

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Once your mind goes completely blank, and you forget the next sentence, it will be difficult for you to get back on track.

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The primary purpose of this speech is to give recognition to the recipient and his or her accomplishments pertaining to that specific award.

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Speech to Present an Award

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Requires the speaker to organize and build his composition prior to presentation

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Extemporaneous Speech

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Word-for-word iteration of a written message.

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Manuscript Speaking

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Speech that represents the essential or common theme of a convention conference, or other large gatherings.

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Keynote Address

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Allows the speaker to acknowledge accomplishments and express best wishes for the future.

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Toast

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It is addressed to the person who was an instrument in the construction and fundraising of any establishment.

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Dedication

29
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Most conferences, expositions, or conventions are usually organized around a central idea, and this is what summarizes the central message revolving around the general theme

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Keynote Address

30
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Requires the speaker to effectively deliver a speech, typically a long one, guided by a prepared manuscript, the printed copy of a speech or a document

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Manuscript Speaking

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There is usually a roast master—someone who serves as amster of ceremonies—and other take part in the roasting.

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Roast

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This speech gives the recipient an opportunity to shows appreciation for the award as well as humility and grace

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Acceptance Speech

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Disadvantages of Manuscript Speaking

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  • The speech can be dull and boring since the speaker will just read it
  • There is less interaction with the audience since eye contact is comporomised
34
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Given by both the retiree and by those who remain behind.

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farewell

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A brief tribute to a person or event

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Toast

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It is often the case that those involved in the roasting might expect to bear the brunt of a few jokes.

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Roast

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What is the usual duration of a tribute speech? When is the perfect timing?

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30-60 seconds.

When everyone is present, seated for a dinner, or has a drink in hand

38
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In this speech, the reader maintains his or her attention on the printed page except when using visual aids.

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Manuscript Speaking

39
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Introduces the main speaker at an event and inspires the audience to listen to that speaker

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Speech of Introduction

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TYPE OF SPEECH
First of all, I would like to congratulate you all, most
especially to the benefactor, Mr. William Tantoco, on this fine
new building that has been added to our community. Such
congratulations are necessary not only because another useful
public edifice adorns this lovely place, but also because better
business services will be offered by the post office.

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Dedication

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MODE OF SPEECH
In a school debate contest, a topic was given to the two groups
on the spot.

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Impromptu Speech

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