Chapter 18: Speaking on special occasions

Which of the following are true statements about commemorative speeches?

1)They pay tribute to a person, group, institution, or idea. A purpose is to inspire. 2)They probably require giving information about the subject. 3)They are speeches of praise or celebration.

Which of the following is not one of the purposes of a speech of introduction?

To present an award

True or false: A speech of introduction should be brief.

true

Which of the following are guidelines that speakers should use when delivering a speech of introduction?

Create a sense of drama Create anticipation

Which of the following are purposes of a speech of presentation?

Explaining the purpose of the award if the audience isn't familiar with it Telling the audience why the recipient is receiving the award Pointing out achievements related to the award

True or false: The goal of a special occasion speech is to inform an audience about a process or concept.

False

Which of the following statements about a speech of presentation are true?

It is the type of speech used to give a person an award. It is usually a brief speech.

Karly is introducing her friend, the photographer Willy Klein. She spends a few minutes telling the audience how she and Willy met, barely mentioning his past work or his new series of door photographs, about which he will be speaking. Many in the audience are confused about who Willy Klein is, and the applause is unenthusiastic when he takes the stage. What errors did Karly make?

She should have built enthusiasm for Willy's topic. She should have boosted Willy's credibility.

Isabelle is preparing an introduction to a series of speeches that will be given by a marine biologist to groups of seventh graders, and later, to groups of college juniors who are majoring in marine biology. What does Isabelle have to remember when creating the introduction?

She will need more than one introduction so that it fits each audience. She will need to find out what the marine biologist is actually discussing with the different age groups so the introduction fits the content.

Which of the following should be part of an acceptance speech?

Thanking the people who helped you gain the award Thanking the people giving the award

Which type of speech has as its main purpose fitting the particular needs of an event rather than persuading the audience on a question of policy or question of value?

The special occasion speech

How should people making a speech of introduction adapt their remarks to the speaker?

The speech of introduction should make the main speaker comfortable about speaking.

Which of the following excerpts from an introduction creates a sense of anticipation and drama?

This speaker grew one restaurant's Instagram presence from 1,000 followers to 100,000. How? That's what she's here to share with you today.

A speech of introduction is designed to do which of the following?

To establish a welcoming climate To build enthusiasm for the upcoming speaker To build enthusiasm for the speaker's topic

Which of the following are effective ways for speakers to make their language creative and powerful in a commemorative speech?

Use alliteration Use metaphors Use repetition

Which of the following are special occasions?

Weddings Award ceremonies Retirement celebrations

A speech of introduction should be

brief.

A speech given in honor of an event is a(n) Blank 1Blank 1 ., Incorrect Unavailable speech.

commemorative

A speech that gives tribute, praise, or celebration is a

commemorative speech.

At a corporation's annual sales meeting, the CEO tells her employees about the keynote speaker. In her speech, the CEO tries to get the audience enthusiastic about the keynote. The CEO is giving a speech of

introduction.

A speech of ______ tells the audience why the recipient is receiving an award and points out the achievements related to the award.

presentation

If you are preparing a speech of introduction, you should

pronounce the speaker's name correctly. make certain that your remarks are completely accurate

Joshua is introducing Dr. Lewis, a poet, as a speaker at a literary event. In which of the following statements does Joshua fail to adapt his remarks to the speaker?

Dr. Lewis is not only the best poet in the United States, he is also a wonderful father, husband, community member, and citizen.

Ellie will introduce a speaker at a fund-raising picnic at a playground where attendees will eat lunch on the grass. How should Ellie adapt her remarks to the occasion?

Ellie's speech of introduction should be informal since the event isn't formal.

A speech at which of the following occasions would be considered an informal, as opposed to a formal, speech?

A happy-hour gathering at a restaurant

At the college graduation, Professor Davis is thrilled to hear her name announced as winner of the annual Outstanding Faculty Award. She goes up on stage to receive the trophy from the college president. Then, which type of speech is she most likely to give?

Acceptance

In which type of speech does the speaker give thanks for receiving a gift, an award, or some other form of public recognition?

An acceptance speech

"Dr. Norris is best-known for her work carbon-dating pottery shards found in Pompeii. Recently, she has begun studying lithic tools used by prehistoric man." For what kind of audience would these remarks be well adapted?

An audience of archaeologists

How can you make sure your remarks are completely accurate when giving a speech of introduction?

Ask the main speaker ahead of time to confirm that your introduction presents factual information. Make sure that you are pronouncing the main speaker's name correctly.

David is preparing a speech of introduction for the class valedictorian. How could he effectively introduce someone most of the audience already knows?

He could ask the valedictorian for new information he can share about her. He could reveal the identity of the valedictorian at the very end of his speech. He could find a creative way to introduce the valedictorian

Henry is preparing his introduction of Mike Zhu, a scientist who is giving a speech about his recent trip to excavate fossils. Henry checks with Mike to make sure he pronounces "Zhu" correctly. When Henry introduces Mike to the audience, he pronounces the name correctly and then enthusiastically tells the audience that Mike discovered dinosaur bones (rather than mammal fossils). Then he leaves the stage. How could Henry have prepared his introduction better?

Henry should have double-checked his information to make sure it was correct.

Pete is introducing a rock climber. He says, "Hannah has been climbing things her entire life—trees, cliffs, anything that will offer her a new view of the world. Most recently, she completed a dangerous climb in Acadia National Park. Just so you know, when she talks to us today, Hannah will probably go overtime. She just loves to ramble! And now, Hannah White!" What did Pete do wrong?

Pete made Hannah self-aware of her speaking abilities.

Samuel is introducing Ms. Sommerfield, a sports nutritionist, to a room full of softball players. She is there to talk about nutrition and sports performance, but the players do not know who she is. In adapting his remarks to his audience, which of the following facts about Ms. Sommerfield should Samuel leave out of his introduction?

She has three children.

Which of speech may be no longer than "The winner is...."?

Speeches of presentation

Which of the following are true statements about a speech of introduction?

The speaker should adapt to the occasion. The formality of the speech should conform to the formality of the event