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Persuasive speech: Intentional communication designed to produce a change in attitudes or behaviors.
Demonstration speech: An informative speech in which the speaker shows the audience how to do something, make something, or how something works.
Eulogy: A ceremonial speech, often given at a funeral, in memory of a person who died. Because it is emotional, it is important to be sensitive to beliefs but take advantage of opportunities to share Christ. These speeches should be short and positive, and should focus on the deceased.
Informative speech: A speech that tries to make an audience more knowledgeable or to increase their understanding of a topic through the presentation of information.
Entertainment speech: Usually humorous speech, designed to hold the attention of the audience and amuse them.
Narrative: A story used to prove or illustrate a point. Can also be used in any speech as an illustration or to teach a lesson.
rant: A verbal attack on an idea, a person, or an institution that is not a well-investigated argument.
Introduction speech: Delivered with the goal of communicating the meaning of an award with an explanation of why an individual is receiving it.
Commemorative speech: Pays tribute to a person, place, event, or accomplishment.
Acceptance speech: Made in response to receiving an award with the purpose of expressing gratitude and humility for the honor bestowed.
Presentation speech: In this speech, one is highlighting another's interest, achievements, and building rapport between the next speaker and the audience. One is setting the next speaker up for success.
True/False
T Listening is one of the most effective tools one can use in conflict.
T A persuasion speech is set apart from other speeches in that one is called to action.
T The first priority in creating a persuasive method is to determine a goal.
F Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs is a great Christian based theory. (Note: It is a psychological theory, not inherently religious).
F The best way to manage conflict is to avoid it at all costs.
T In order to convince an audience in a persuasive speech one must use motivating language.
F Credibility is not an important factor in persuasive speeches, just motivation.
Fill in the Blank
The purpose of persuasion is my idea+my reasoning=my way
Problems arise if one of these are off balance and ungodly.
Ethos: The conscious effort to change the beliefs, attitudes, or actions of the listeners.
Logos: A logical appeal which involves proper reasoning. One must think and use their intelligence.
Apathetic audience: This is when an audience is indifferent and is the most persuadable audience.
Ethos: An ethical appeal based on the audience's perception of the speaker as a credible source who reflects character, intelligence, and goodwill.
Pathos: A persuasive appeal that uses emotions to motivate an audience.
Monroe’s Motivated Sequence (5 Steps):
Attention
Need
Satisfaction
Visualization
Action
Interviews & Resumes
"You never get a second chance to make a first impression" refers to nonverbal communication and starting out an interview with a handshake =). Make eye contact and speak loudly and clearly.
3 elements of a thank you note: 1. Expression of gratitude, 2. Reference to a specific part of the conversation, 3. Reiteration of interest in the position.
The 5 Love Languages
Words of Affirmation
Acts of Service
Receiving Gifts
Quality Time
Physical Touch
Personalities
Sanguine: Social, talkative, and energetic. (Need: Attention/Approval)
Choleric: Goal-oriented, decisive, and ambitious. (Need: Control/Achievement)
Phlegmatic: Easy-going, relaxed, and stable. (Need: Peace/Quiet)
Melancholy: Analytical, detail-oriented, and deep thinkers. (Need: Order/Perfection)
Be positive and brief - in the beginning, middle, and end of a speech.
Humor is overrated.
Prepare and practice and don't read off notes (notecards OK).
At a wedding, the Best Man makes the first toast and the Maid of Honor makes the second.
At a party, the host starts the toasts.
Stand out of respect and to be heard.
The 5 Stages of Grief
Denial
Anger
Bargaining
Depression
Acceptance
Debate Matching (General Terms)
Cross-examination: Period of time when debaters ask each other questions.
Rebuttal: Refutes arguments after attacks and refutes arguments of the opposing team.
Affirmative team: The team or competitor who argues in favor of adopting the resolution.
Negative team: The team or competitor who defends the present system and argues against the resolution.
Resolution: The proposition or subject offered to debate.
Clash: Point-by-point directly attacking the opposing team's arguments.
Flowing: Note-taking during a debate; accurately recording the most important arguments and rebuttals
True/False Questions
Listening is one of the most effective tools one can use in conflict. (T/F)
A persuasion speech is set apart from other speeches in that one is called to action. (T/F)
Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs is a great Christian based theory. (T/F)
The best way to manage conflict is to avoid it at all costs. (T/F)
Fill in the Blank
The purpose of persuasion is my idea+my reasoning= __.
Ethos refers to the conscious effort to change the beliefs, attitudes, or actions of the listeners. (True/False statement)
__: A logical appeal which involves proper reasoning.
__: A persuasive appeal that uses emotions to motivate an audience.
Multiple Choice
What is the first step in Monroe’s Motivated Sequence?
A) Need
B) Attention
C) ActionWhich speech is usually humorous and designed to hold the audience's attention?
A) Informative speech
B) Entertainment speech
C) Commemorative speech
Short Answer
Describe the difference between the affirmative team and the negative team in debates.
What is one key element to include in a thank you note?