Chapter 4 Giving Your First Speech

Ice Breaker Speech

a speech early in the term designed to get students speaking in front of the class as soon as possible

introduction

the opening section of a speech

body

the main section of a speech

chronological order

a method of speech organization in which the main points follow a time pattern

topical order

a method of speech organization in which the main points divide the topic into logical and consistent subtopics

main points

the major points developed in the body of a speech

transition

a word or phrase that indicates when a speaker has finished one thought that is moving on to another

conclusion

the final section of a speech

extemporaneous speech

a carefully prepared and rehearsed speech that is presented from a brief set of notes

gestures

motions a speakers hands or arms during a speech

eye contact

direct visual contact with the eyes of another person