chapter 27

A sermon is a type of special occasion speech that _

inspires listeners

Speeches of __________ attempt to prepare the audience for the speaker and give reasons for the audience to listen to the presenter.

introduction

When giving a eulogy, __________

make references to family members of the deceased

In a(n) __________ speech, presenters make lighthearted jokes about the individual to whom tribute is being paid.

roast

A group trying to raise money for breast cancer awareness might bring in a speaker who affirms the organization's purpose. This type of speech would follow the __________ function of a special occasion speech.

social agenda-setting

A__________ is made in response to receiving an award of some kind.

speech of acceptance

Speeches of presentation accomplish which of the following?

Honor the individual who is being presented with an award

Which of the following is not a guideline for a speech of presentation?

Offer funny jokes about the speaker

Which of the following is true about speeches of inspiration?

They should be delivered using a dynamic style.

Which of the following is not an underlying goal of a special occasion speech?

To defend

What is the purpose of a speech that is primarily lighthearted and includes some tasteful humor?

To entertain

An after-dinner speech should ___

be lighthearted

When introducing a speaker to the audience, the introducer should __

cue the audience to welcome the speaker

The word __________ comes from the Greek word "to praise."

eulogy

When giving a special occasion speech, speakers should be particularly sensitive to audience __________ for the particular occasion.

expectations