Speechwriting Elements 3

Question 1

What is a 'preview' in the introduction of a speech?

Accepted Answer

A brief outline of the main points to come

Answer

A preview briefly forecasts the main points the speech will cover.

Question 2

Which classical appeal relies on logic and evidence?

Accepted Answer

Logos

Answer

Logos is the appeal to reason through facts and logical argument.

Question 3

The appeal to a speaker's credibility and character is known as what?

Accepted Answer

Ethos

Answer

Ethos establishes the speaker's trustworthiness and authority.

Question 4

An emotional appeal that stirs the audience's feelings is called what?

Accepted Answer

Pathos

Answer

Pathos moves the audience by appealing to emotions.

Question 5

What is the role of a 'signpost' within a speech body?

Accepted Answer

To signal where the speaker is in the structure

Answer

Signposts mark progress and orient listeners within the speech.

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