Elements of a Good Speech

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1. Which of the following is the main purpose of giving a speech?

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The goal of a speech is to express thoughts clearly and engage the audience with meaningful ideas.

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Elements Of A Good Speech - Quiz

Ready to understand what makes a speech clear, engaging, and effective? In this good speech elements quiz, you’ll explore the core components of strong speeches, including purpose, organization, audience awareness, and delivery. You’ll practice identifying key elements in real examples and see how they work together to support a speaker’s... see moremessage. Each question helps you build a solid foundation in recognizing what separates a strong speech from a weak one.
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2. When giving a speech, what should you do to make sure your audience understands you?

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Speaking clearly and slowly helps your audience follow and understand your message.

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3. A good speaker looks down at their paper the whole time.

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Good speakers make eye contact with the audience to connect and show confidence.

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4. Match the word with its meaning:

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Volume controls loudness, tone shows emotion, and pace is how fast or slow you speak.

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5. A speech should always have a clear:

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Like a story, a good speech has an introduction, body, and conclusion to stay organized.

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6. A speaker should always ________ before giving a speech.

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Practicing helps speakers feel confident and deliver their message smoothly.

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7. Which sentence would be the best opening line for a speech about kindness?

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A strong opening line captures attention and introduces the topic clearly.

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8. Using hand gestures can make your speech more interesting.

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Hand movements help show meaning and keep the audience engaged.

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9. Which of the following should a speaker AVOID doing during a speech?

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Monotone reading makes the audience lose interest; expression adds energy and meaning.

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10. When writing a speech, you should include:

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Including examples and details makes your message clear and believable.

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11. A good conclusion should ________ the main points of the speech.

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The ending reminds the audience of your main ideas and gives a strong closing message.

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12. Listening carefully is just as important as speaking well.

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Good communication includes both speaking and active listening.

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13. Which is an example of persuasive speaking?

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Persuasive speeches aim to change opinions or encourage action.

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14. The word “audience” means:

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The audience is who you are speaking to. Knowing them helps you adjust your message.

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15. Which two actions help calm nerves before a speech?

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Deep breathing and confident posture help reduce nervousness and improve focus.

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Which of the following is the main purpose of giving a speech?
When giving a speech, what should you do to make sure your audience...
A good speaker looks down at their paper the whole time.
Match the word with its meaning:
A speech should always have a clear:
A speaker should always ________ before giving a speech.
Which sentence would be the best opening line for a speech about...
Using hand gestures can make your speech more interesting.
Which of the following should a speaker AVOID doing during a speech?
When writing a speech, you should include:
A good conclusion should ________ the main points of the speech.
Listening carefully is just as important as speaking well.
Which is an example of persuasive speaking?
The word “audience” means:
Which two actions help calm nerves before a speech?
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