Public Speaking Lecture Review

These flashcards cover definitions, basic elements, preparation steps, effectiveness factors, speech types, and ceremonial speeches from the public-speaking lecture notes.

What is public speaking?

A live presentation delivered before an audience—an act of performing a speech in public to educate, entertain, or influence listeners.

What are the three common purposes of a public speech?

To educate, entertain, or influence the audience.

Which basic element of public speaking refers to the person who delivers the speech?

The Speaker.

Which element of public speaking includes everything the speaker says about the topic?

The Message.

Which element of public speaking is composed of the people who hear the speech?

The Audience.

What element of public speaking refers to the medium through which the message is delivered?

The Channel (verbal, non-verbal, visual, and auditory cues).

Which element involves the reactions, questions, or nods the audience gives back to the speaker?

Feedback.

What do we call anything—internal or external—that blocks or disturbs the message in public speaking?

Interference.

Which element of public speaking refers to the physical setting and timing of the speech?

Situation or Place.

During planning and drafting, what is the first thing you should do regarding your stance on the topic?

Clarify your position.

Name two other steps (besides clarifying your position) in planning and drafting a speech.

Find support for your position, identify your audience, consider how to captivate attention, decide how to present arguments.

What practice method helps you evaluate posture, gestures, and eye contact before delivering a speech?

Rehearsing in front of a mirror.

List two tips for delivering a speech effectively.

Use your voice effectively and maintain eye contact (others: incorporate gestures/facial expressions, use visual aids).

Which step involves responding to audience or peer feedback to improve your speech?

Revising your speech.

What is the primary activity in the polishing stage of speech preparation?

Reflecting on feedback and practicing repeatedly to perfect delivery.

Which factor of effective public speaking focuses on having a clear message and organized ideas?

The Content Factor.

Which factor emphasizes connecting the speech topic to the audience’s interests or concerns?

The Relevance Factor.

What factor requires a speaker to fully understand the topic to sound confident and convincing?

The Mastery Factor.

Which factor of public speaking concerns voice, eye contact, and body language?

The Delivery Factor.

Which two factors encourage speakers to be genuine and speak from the heart?

Authenticity and Sincerity Factors.

What factor reminds speakers to consider the physical place, sound system, and audience size?

The Venue Factor.

What type of speech is delivered on the spot without preparation?

Impromptu Speech.

Which speech type is carefully prepared and rehearsed but delivered with brief notes rather than memorized?

Extemporaneous Speech.

What do we call a speech that is fully written out and memorized before delivery?

Memorized Speech.

Which speech type is read word-for-word from a written script?

Manuscript Speech.

What ceremonial speech introduces another speaker and their topic?

Speech of Introduction.

Which ceremonial speech is given when handing out an award or honor?

Speech of Presentation.

What is the speech called that a recipient gives after receiving an award?

Speech of Acceptance.

Which speech is delivered during the opening or naming of a building, space, or project?

Dedication Speech.

What short celebratory speech honors someone during events like weddings or farewells?

A Toast.

Which humorous speech playfully teases someone in a light-hearted way?

Roast Speech.

What speech honors someone who has passed away?

Eulogy.

What speech is intended to praise or show appreciation for someone’s positive impact?

Tribute Speech.