Speech Chapter 15

Concept

A belief, theory, idea, notion, principle, or the like.

Informative speech

A speech designed to convey knowledge and understanding

Contrast

A statement of the differences among two or more people, events, ideas, etc.

Comparison

A statement of the similarities among two or more people, events, ideas, etc.

Description

A statement that depicts a person, event, idea, or the like with clarity and vividness.

Process

A systematic series of actions that leads to a specific result or product

Event

Anything that happens or is regarded as happening

Object

Anything that is visible, tangible, and stable in form.

What two things should you watch out for in making sure your speech is not overly technical?

Avoid technical jargon, and difficult concepts

What are the three methods you can use to avoid abstractions in your informative speech?

Description, comparison, contrast

What are the four types of informative speeches?

Objects, processes, events, concepts,

How do you relate your topic to your audience?

Tie it in with their interests and concerns

Personalize

To present one's ideas in human terms that relate in some fashion to the experience of the audience