The Art of Public Speaking CH. 18

What are the 3 major traits of a good acceptance speech?

1. Brevity 2. Humility 3. Graciousness

What are the 3 purposes of a speech of introduction? What guidelines should you follow in preparing such a speech?

1. Build enthusiasm for the speaker. 2. Build enthusiasm for the topic. 3. Establish a welcoming climate that will boost the speaker's credibility. Guidelines when preparing; 1. Be brief (2-3 min long) 2. Make sure remarks are accurate 3. Adapt remarks to occasion, main speaker and audience. 4. Create a sense of anticipation and drama.

Acceptance speech

A speech that gives thanks for a gift, an award, or some other form of public recognition.

Speech of introduction

A speech that introduces the main speaker to the audience.

Commemorative speech

A speech that pays tribute to a person, a group of people, an institution, or a idea.

Speech of presentation

A speech that presents someone a gift, an award, or some other form of public recognition.

What is the fundamental purpose of a commemorative speech? Why does a successful commemorative speech depend so much on the creative and subtle use of language?

Not to inform but to INSPIRE your audience. A commemorative speech is like an impressionist painting, because its designed to capture a mood and a moment.

What is the main theme of a speech of presentation? Depending on the audience and occasion, what 2 other themes might you include in your speech?

Tells the audience why the recipient is receiving award. You may also explain the award if people don't know about it and you might need to praise well known losers before presenting the winner.