Public Speaking: An Audience-Centered Approach - Chapter 2

These flashcards cover key vocabulary terms and concepts related to the audience-centered approach in public speaking as discussed in Chapter 2.

Audience-Centered Approach

A speechmaking strategy that emphasizes the role of the audience in the development and delivery of a speech.

Speech Transaction

The interactive process between the speaker and the audience, where communication occurs.

Diverse Backgrounds

The variety of ages, genders, cultures, and ethnicities represented within an audience.

General Purpose of a Speech

The overarching goal of a speech, which can be to inform, persuade, or entertain.

Specific Purpose

A concise statement that outlines the desired audience response after the speech.

Central Idea

A one-sentence summary of the main content of a speech, akin to an elevator pitch.

Main Ideas

The key points that support the central idea and structure the content of the speech.

Supporting Material

Evidence and examples used to clarify and reinforce the main ideas in a speech.

Organize Your Speech

The process of structuring a speech into introduction, body, and conclusion for clarity and effectiveness.

Rehearsal

The practice of delivering a speech as if presenting to an audience, intended to improve performance.