🎯 Part 1: Understanding Speech Purpose

1. What are the three main purposes of a speech? Circle all that apply:

To inform

To persuade

To entertain

To confuse

2. Match each speech purpose with its example:

1. To inform

2. To persuade

3. To entertain

A. A comedian's stand-up routine

B. A school assembly about recycling benefits

C. A science presentation on climate change

3. Why is it important for a speaker to know their purpose before writing a speech?

🏗️ Part 2: Speech Structure

4. Fill in the blanks about speech structure:

A well-structured speech has three main parts: the _____________, the _____________, and the _____________.

5. What should each part of a speech accomplish? Match the parts with their functions:

1. Introduction

2. Body

3. Conclusion

A. Summarise and reinforce the message

B. Present main points with supporting details

C. Grab attention and introduce the topic

6. Read this short speech excerpt and identify which part it represents:

"Good morning everyone. Have you ever wondered why some students seem to remember everything they study while others struggle? Today, I'm going to share three proven techniques that will transform your study habits and boost your academic performance."

Introduction

Body

Conclusion

👥 Part 3: Audience Awareness

7. List four things a speaker should consider about their audience:

8. How would you adapt your language when speaking to these different audiences? Fill in the table:

Topic: The importance of exercise

Speaking to your classmates:

Speaking to primary school children:

Speaking to parents at a school meeting:

9. True or False: A speaker should use the same tone and language regardless of their audience.

True

False

🎭 Part 4: The Speaker's Role

10. What responsibilities does a speaker have towards their audience? Check all that apply:

Being clear and organised

Respecting the audience's time

Using appropriate language

Speaking as quickly as possible

Engaging the audience's interest

11. Describe a time when you heard an effective speaker. What made them engaging?

12. How can a speaker's delivery affect their message? Give two examples:

Example 1: ________________________________________________

Example 2: ________________________________________________

📝 Part 5: Planning Your Speech

13. Choose a topic and plan a short speech for your classmates. Complete the planning template:

Topic: _______________________________________________

Purpose (circle one):

To inform

To persuade

To entertain

Audience: Year 10 classmates

Introduction (how will you grab attention?):

Main points (list 2-3 key ideas):

Conclusion (how will you end memorably?):

14. Reflection: What is one new thing you learned about speech craft today?

15. What question do you still have about speech writing or delivery?

Introduction to Speech Craft

Introduction to Speech Craft

🎯 Part 1: Understanding Speech Purpose

🏗️ Part 2: Speech Structure

👥 Part 3: Audience Awareness

🎭 Part 4: The Speaker's Role

📝 Part 5: Planning Your Speech

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