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I. True or False
Underline the letter T if the statement is correct and F if the statement is incorrect.
T F 1. An outline determines whether your supporting ideas match your main idea or not.
T F 2. Any speech includes an introduction, body, and conclusion.
T F 3. In the introduction, you explain the importance of your topic by giving examples.
T F 4. Knowing the audience and the occasion is crucial in writing a speech.
T F 5. Rehearsing is a major requirement.
T F 6. In an impromptu speech, there is no need for nonverbal cues.
T F 7. In impromptu speaking, your audiences don’t care about your transitions anymore.
T F 8. After your speech, it is appropriate to say “Thank you” to the organizer for the
speaking opportunity.
T F 9. One way to relax is to over-think.
T F 10. Warming up after the speech can ease your tensed nerves.
II. Fill in the blanks. Fill in the blanks with the correct answer. Write your answers on the blank
provided in each number.
11. An_________________ provides the audience with a clear understanding of the concept or
idea presented by the speaker.
12. The ________ is your focal point of your speech, which can be determined once you have
decided on your purpose.
13. The_______________ provides explanations, examples, or nay details that can help you
deliver your purpose and explain the main idea of your speech.
14. An___________ is a hierarchical list that shows the relationship of your ideas.
15. Avoid_________ or expressions that substitute actual words in your speech because these
words are distracting.
16. ______________ speeches are delivered with little or no time for preparation.
17. A ___________ is a reading desk with a stand and a slanted top.
18. A ___________ speech seeks to provide the audience with favorable or acceptable ideas that
can influence their own ideas and decisions.
19. ____________ gives you an opportunity to identify what works and what does not work for
you and for your target audience.
20. The___________ restates the main idea of your speech.
IIIA. Matching Type. Match the description of the writing patterns in Column A with its
corresponding words in Column B. Write the letter on the space provided before each number.
IIIB. Match the description of the speech writing process in Column A with its stages in Column B.
Write the letter on the space provided before each number.
IV. Multiple Choice. Select your answers by encircling the letter of the correct answer before each
number.
ABCD 31. Which of the following is not a power principle in speech editing?
A. Edit for focus
B. Edit for clarity
C. Edit for continuity
D. Edit for harmony
ABCD 32. Which of the following is not an effective strategy in writing a speech?
A. Avoid jargon.
B. Be sensitive to your audience.
C. Write whatever comes to your mind.
D. Use contractions
ABCD 33. Which of the following is an effective speech delivery technique?
A. Pause to emphasize words.
B. Rarely look the audience in the eye.
C. Always be formal and serious.
D. Use filler words to avoid dead air.
ABCD 34. Which of the following is not a type of speech according to delivery?
A. Informative speech
B. Manuscript speech
C. Impromptu speech
D. Extemporaneous speech
ABCD 35. The following are different delivery situations except for one.
A. Speaking in different venues
B. Speaking in a concert
C. Speaking with a microphone
D. Speaking with a podium
ABCD 36. Which of the following should be emulated from good speakers?
A. How they walk
B. How they laugh
C. How they connect with the audience
D. How they walk away from the stage
ABCD 37. Which of the following is not a strategy in organizing and delivering an
impromptu speech?
A. Past, Present Future
B. Point-Reason-Example
C. Opening, Rule of Three, Clincher
D. Warming up
ABCD 38. What is the first stage in speech writing?
A. Determining the purpose C. Selecting a topic
B. Analyzing the audience D. Rehearsing
ABCD 39. This refers to the stage in speech writing when a writer chooses a structure for
his/ her speech.
A. Data gathering C. Outlining
B. Choosing a writing pattern D. Editing
ABCD 40. Which part of the speech restates the main idea?
A. Body C. Conclusion
B. Introduction D. Transition