Types of Speech According to

Delivery

Impromptu Speaking

- A speech intended to be done without any preparation at all.- Also known as on the spot speaking.

Examples: Recitation, Question and Answer Portion on a Pageant, Debate, when being interviewed

Extemporaneous Speech- A type of speech delivery which involves preparation of

speaker notes prior to delivery, associated with conversational style of delivery. Examples: Lecturing, Hosting

Memorized Speech

 - A speech that the speaker has mastered in his mind and heart. The speaker is normally in total control of the wording because he/she had planned before hand.

Examples: Valedictory Speech, Speech Choir, Toast Speech, Roast Speech

Manuscript

- A speech written out word by word and then read out to an audience. Examples: SONA, Parliamentary

speech

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Types of Speech

According to Purpose

o Informative Speech - Written to present fascinating and useful information to increase the

knowledge of your audience.

Seven Characteristics of Informative Speech Must convey information or promote understanding about objects, people, events, processes, complex ideas/concepts or issues to the audience. Instruct or educate the listeners Must be accurate Clear Meaningful Memorable Relevant

o Persuasive Speech- A presentation that aims to change others by prompting them to think,

feel, or act differently.

AIM = CHANGE PEOPLE YOU SPEAK WITH

Six Characteristics of Persuasive Speech Know your cause. Get audience attention. Make your talk clear. Tell how the speech will interest them. Present logical material. Use quotations.

o Ceremonial Speech- A speech of blame or praise, thanksgiving or celebration and

mourning or condemnation. It usually requires one to give a fitting tribute.

Five Characteristics of Ceremonial Speech Must be short and eloquent Should adapt to the occasion and the person, place, event you are celebrating. Focus more on conveying your emotions, respect, and sincerity than providing a great deal of information about the honouree. Unify your audience around emotions and sentiments you commonly share for the commemorated. Do not understate or exaggerate your emotions or praise for the honouree.

o Entertainment Speech- A speech that is given at a wide range of different ceremonies and situations

that are funny, amusing, and tell a story of some kind that will entertain the audience that it is intended for.

Four Characteristics Brief Simple Creative Should reflect the audience

o Inspirational Speech- A speech written to persuade, or convince the listeners, that they can

succeed or to achieve their goals.

Three Characteristics of Inspirational Speech Convincing Must be optimistic Positive

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Types of Informative

Speech

Spatial Design- A  pattern for an informative speech that orders the main

points as they occur in physical space.

Categorical Design- The use of natural or traditional divisions within a

subject as a way of structuring an informative speech.

Causation Design- A pattern for an informative speech that shows how one

condition generates, or is generated by, another.

Comparative Design-A pattern for an informative speech that relates an

unfamiliar subject to something the audience already knows or understands.

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Types of Persuasive

Speech

• Speech to Convince- Designed to cause the audience to internalize and

believe a viewpoint that they did not previously hold.

• Speech to Stimulate- Designed to get an audience to believe more

enthusiastically in a view.

• Speech to Actuate- Designed to cause the audience to do something, to

take some action.

Sources:

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Types of Persuasion

Ethos• Power of

Emotion• What your

audience know about you and what they learn about your position may influence your ability to persuade them.

• Three Dimensions: Competence, Trustworthiness and Dynamism

Pathos• Power of logical

Appeals and Arguments

• Consideration of the emotions of the people in the audience

Logos• Power of

Narratives• Rational, factual

basis that supports the speaker’s position

• Anatomy of an argument: Claim, Data, Warrant

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Types of Propositio

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- A persuasive speech which proposes a course of action.-The speaker, usually, is arguing that something should or should not be done.- Proposition of policy is easily recognizable with their use of “ought to”, “should”, “have to” and/or “must”.

- A persuasive speech that espouses the worth of an idea, person, or object.- The speaker’s goal is to prove the worth of an evaluative statement .

Proposition of Value

Proposition of Policy

Proposition of Fact

-A persuasive speech with the goal of settling what is or is not so.-Suggests the existence of something.- Proves or disapproves something - You need to convince you audience that your evaluation is based on widely accepted standards.

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Types of Speeches

Valedictory Address- Etymology: “Valedictory” & “Valedictorian” comes from the Latin word valedicere, which means or pertain to a formal farewell. - An oration which conveys farewell delivered by a valedictorian during graduation. - Its aim is to inspire the audience or the graduates and to thank everyone responsible for their excellence.

Do’s: Include stories Should come from the heart Be emotional Keep it short as possible and be mindful of the time consumed Practice before your actual speech Organize the content Relate your speech/ stories to your audience Keep eye-contact with your audience Be confident and smile

Don’ts:×Do not read your speech× Do not keep a dull moment× Do not crack unnecessary jokes× Don’t be negative× Refrain form saying “sorry” whenever you missed out something

Acceptance Speech

- A speech done when accepting a prize, award or an honor to express the gratitude of the receiver.

Do’s: Say “thank you” in the beginning of the speech Talk about the organization or the award Be brief and spontaneous Allow humility Make it short and memorable

Don’ts:× Read your speech × Don’t force tears× Don’t talk about yourself

Toast Speech

- A ritual speech done during a wedding to express honor or goodwill while holding a glass of wine.

Do’s:Keep it short Maintain the appropriate level of emotion Keep it personal Introduce yourself to the crowd

Don’ts:× Do not share embarrassing stories× Do not tell too many inside jokes

Roast Speech

- A speech told to poke fun at the honoree/ celebrant. It is usually done during birthday parties, retirement parties, farewell parties and other occasions where someone with sense of humor is being honored.

Do’s:Be respectful Be organized Be funny Avoid inside jokes

Don’ts:× Don’t be too negative× Refrain form saying jokes that are too personal

Privilege Speech

- Also known as parliamentary speech enjoyed by a member of a legislature.

Do’s: Exercise freedom of speech Defend your part

Don’ts:× Play safe

Invocation- Given to ask for cooperation, assistance or help.

Do’s: Impart words of wisdom Should be from the heart Should be delivered naturally

Don’ts:× Do not change from one tone to another× Do not entreat

Eulogy

- Also known as homily, is a speech in praise of a person/s or thing/s who has recently passed away given at a funeral or memorial service. It is also used to praise a living person which could be done during birthdays, retirement etc.

Do’s:Tell/ write a lot of details about the life of the person who passed away Stretch out the truth and the good deeds done by the person

Don’ts:× Do not/ avoid using common sentences found in most Eulogies× Avoid stretching out the not-so-pleasant things done by the person

Hosting

- The act of emceeing or interviewing on a radio or a television program.

Do’s:Make your audience entertained Be hospitable Be informative

Don’ts:× Never keep a dull moment× Do not make guests something they’re not

News Casting

- Disseminating news over a broadcast medium, namely radio or television.

Do’s: Tell the truth and be factually accurate Check your jargon and rhetoric Speak in sound bites Visualize your stories

Don’ts:× Don’t just talk about what’s wrong, emphasize how it could be better.× Never “wing it”

Lecturing - The act of delivering an educational lecture/s.

Do’s: Capture listener's attention Give your listeners opportunity to review and apply what they’ve learned Use concrete, simple language Coney your enthusiasm for the material Keep your audiences engaged

Don’ts:× Don’t talk into your notes× Don’t be boring× Don’t overload your listeners

Debating

-The act of discussing which involves an opposing points. Act of formal argument.

Do’s: Say a greeting at the beginning of your speech Applaud each speaker When using cue cards, handle them with confidence and avoid reading it Present your case with facts, figures and stories Shake the hands of your opponents after the debate Be humble in victory and gracious

Don’ts:× Do not make it personal× Do not provide misleading information× Do not use mannerisms that are distracting× Do not use inappropriate language× Never interrupt other speakers when they are speaking

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