Speech Styles and Situational Prompts (Lecture Notes)

Thirty practice flashcards covering the key concepts of speech styles, situational prompts, and examples from the notes.

What is Frozen speech style?

A very formal style not intended to convey a specific message to an audience; it allows readers to find many meanings for themselves and does not require audience feedback.

What elements are typically included in Frozen style texts?

Prayers, pledges, oaths, and the Preamble.

What is Formal speech style used for?

Imparting information in contexts like meetings, interviews, or court; it uses well-organized grammar and diction and is planned in advance; slang is avoided.

What are key features of Formal style language?

Well-organized grammar and diction; speech is planned in advance; slang terms are avoided.

Define Consultative speech style.

Opposite of intimate; used in semi-formal communication; involves two-way participation; the speaker does not usually plan what to say and sentences tend to be shorter and spontaneous.

In which contexts is Consultative style appropriate?

Doctor-patient, teacher-student, and expert-apprentice situations; regular conversation.

Define Casual speech style.

Relaxed, everyday talk used in informal situations with friends and family; slang is common; the relationship between speakers is close.

Define Intimate speech style.

Completely private language used within family or very close friends; uses personal language codes; grammar may be unnecessary; shared terms of endearment.

Order the five speech styles from most formal to most intimate.

Frozen, Formal, Consultative, Casual, Intimate.

What does the Marriage Simulation demonstrate in terms of speech style?

Ceremonial language with formal vows, illustrating Formal style usage.

What is Panunumpa?

A pledge or oath recited with conviction and poise (as shown in Scene 3).

What does the term 'SPEECH STYLES' refer to in the notes?

Patterns of speaking characterized by distinctive pronunciation, vocabulary, intent, participants, and grammatical structures.

What is Scene 1 about?

A couple fights because of jealousy; it illustrates portraying a scene with a specific speech style.

What is Scene 2 about?

A family dinner where a parent asks about school performance and you respond.

What is Scene 3 about?

Recite the Panunumpa with conviction and poise.

What is Scene 4 about?

Your company is bankrupt; you must tell subordinates.

What is Scene 5 about?

Talking to a doctor about your health condition.

What is the purpose of the WHAT IF prompts?

To practice language in hypothetical scenarios, such as a dream-job interview or a terminal illness scenario.

What does FORMAL.ie refer to in the notes?

The Formal style used for meetings, interviews, and court; emphasizes imparting information, with well-organized grammar and diction and advance planning; slang is avoided.

What does the MARRIAGE SIMULATION illustrate?

Ceremonial vows and formal language used in a marriage ceremony.

What is a key feature of Intimate style regarding grammar?

Grammar is often unnecessary; private language with shared meaning.

What is a key feature of Casual style?

Relaxed, informal talk with slang; everyday conversations among friends and family.

What is a key feature of the Consultative style?

Two-way participation with less planning and more spontaneous, shorter sentences.

Which style uses long, ritualistic language with an archaic tone?

Frozen style.

What activity is described as a 'Speech Style Showcase' group exercise?

Groups demonstrate one of the five speech styles in a mini-theater production.

What is the purpose of the group activity described in Page 20?

To demonstrate one of the five speech styles through a short theater-style presentation.

What personal task is suggested on Page 17?

Relate your most embarrassing moment.

Which scene prompts reciting a pledge with conviction?

Scene 3 (Panunumpa) occurrence.

What is the primary purpose of the Panunumpa in these notes?

To recite a pledge or oath with conviction as part of ceremonial language.

What is the typical audience feedback expectation in Frozen style?

No feedback from the audience is required.

Which style is most associated with private, personal, and emotional language?

Intimate style.

Which style is most associated with everyday, relaxed talk and includes slang?

Casual style.

Which style emphasizes being well-organized and planning in advance, often used for official communication?

Formal style.