1
Lianna is an undocumented student who has asked to speak to the mayor about her experiences.
She hopes to convince the mayor that undocumented immigrants should not be feared.
Lianna’s speech is best identified as a persuasive speech on __________.
questions of legality
questions of fact
questions of validity
questions of value
CONCEPT
Persuasive Speeches on Questions of Fact
Persuasive Speeches on Questions of Value
Persuasive Speeches on Questions of Policy
2
Which one of the questions below is important to consider when choosing words to use in
your speech?
Am I using descriptive language?
Can I use words that make me sound smarter?
Did I spell everything correctly?
Do I repeat any words more than once?
CONCEPT
The Importance of Language
3
Brett has worked very hard on the main points of his speech about the role of free speech in
journalism. However, he is struggling to write an introduction.
What is the most helpful suggestion for Brett as he writes his introduction?
, Start with a joke to help the audience relax.
Show a video of a free speech rally instead of making a formal introduction.
Get right to the main points of the speech.
Watch good public speakers online for inspiration.
CONCEPT
The Role of the Introduction
Getting Attention and Interest
4
Which of the following is NOT a suggested way to create an emotional appeal?
Telling a personal story to engage your audience emotionally
Infusing passion and energy into your delivery
Crying during key moments in your speech
Delivering a speech that will gain the sympathy of your audience
CONCEPT
Defining Emotional Appeal
Producing an Emotional Appeal
5
By __________, you return your audience to where you started your speech and remind
them of its overarching purpose.
citing your sources
reiterating your introduction
telling a personal story
Lianna is an undocumented student who has asked to speak to the mayor about her experiences.
She hopes to convince the mayor that undocumented immigrants should not be feared.
Lianna’s speech is best identified as a persuasive speech on __________.
questions of legality
questions of fact
questions of validity
questions of value
CONCEPT
Persuasive Speeches on Questions of Fact
Persuasive Speeches on Questions of Value
Persuasive Speeches on Questions of Policy
2
Which one of the questions below is important to consider when choosing words to use in
your speech?
Am I using descriptive language?
Can I use words that make me sound smarter?
Did I spell everything correctly?
Do I repeat any words more than once?
CONCEPT
The Importance of Language
3
Brett has worked very hard on the main points of his speech about the role of free speech in
journalism. However, he is struggling to write an introduction.
What is the most helpful suggestion for Brett as he writes his introduction?
, Start with a joke to help the audience relax.
Show a video of a free speech rally instead of making a formal introduction.
Get right to the main points of the speech.
Watch good public speakers online for inspiration.
CONCEPT
The Role of the Introduction
Getting Attention and Interest
4
Which of the following is NOT a suggested way to create an emotional appeal?
Telling a personal story to engage your audience emotionally
Infusing passion and energy into your delivery
Crying during key moments in your speech
Delivering a speech that will gain the sympathy of your audience
CONCEPT
Defining Emotional Appeal
Producing an Emotional Appeal
5
By __________, you return your audience to where you started your speech and remind
them of its overarching purpose.
citing your sources
reiterating your introduction
telling a personal story
