Speaking to Entertain

What is the primary goal of an entertaining speech as described in the chapter?

According to the text, how many key ingredients are there for delivering an effective entertaining speech?

What is a speech of introduction, as defined in the section on ceremonial speaking?

What are the three components that the body of an introductory speech should be devoted to?

Which type of ceremonial speech is described as being designed to both praise and good-naturedly insult a person being honored?

What are the three typical components of a speech of acceptance?

When giving a toast, what should a speaker avoid to ensure the speech is accessible to everyone?

What kind of speech is given to honor someone who has died?

A CEO of a company gives a speech to reporters about the positive steps the company is taking to resolve a crisis. What type of goodwill speech is this?

What are the three essential elements of an effective speech of apology?

Which type of speech is specifically designed to recognize and celebrate the achievements of a graduating class or other group?

What is the definition of a keynote speech?

What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes an after-dinner speech from a stand-up comedy routine?

What is the recommended method for developing a successful after-dinner speech?

In the context of motivational speaking, what is a 'hero speech'?

What is a 'survivor speech' in the context of motivational speaking?

According to the Toastmasters International Guide cited in the text, how many types of motivational speeches are listed?

Using a term incorrectly, such as saying 'suppository' instead of 'repository', is an example of which form of verbal humor?

What is the defining characteristic of a 'success speech'?

A politician defends her vote on a controversial law, arguing that the benefits outweigh the problems. What specific type of goodwill speech is she delivering?

What is the recommended time limit for acceptance speeches and toasts?

Which of the following is NOT one of the eight types of ceremonial speaking examined in the chapter?

When delivering a eulogy, what is one goal of including a lighter or humorous point?

What is the primary goal of a speech of farewell?

A speech given when a new store opens or a building is named after someone is called a what?

The term 'comic timing' refers to what?

What is one of the biggest mistakes a humorist can make, according to the tips for using physical humor?

The humorous phrase 'frozen ice' is an example of what form of verbal humor?

Which tip for using humor suggests that the punch line should be at the end of a joke?

What is the key difference between a motivational speech and a traditional persuasive speech?

When is a speech of justification typically given?

Which of the following is NOT one of the common commencement speech themes listed in the chapter?

What does the chapter suggest is one of the biggest mistakes entertaining speakers can make regarding adaptation?

In a speech of introduction, the conclusion is generally designed to do what?

What is the overarching goal of an after-dinner speech?

Which of the following would be an example of the 'religious speech' type of motivational speaking?

What is the purpose of restitution in a speech of apology?

In a roast speech, why is it important that the jokes are about things that are widely known by the audience?

The phrase 'That guy was an inept expert' from the end-of-chapter assessment is an example of what type of humorous language?

When giving a speech of presentation, what might a speaker do if there were other nominees for the award?

What is the biggest mistake you can make when standing to deliver an entertaining speech, according to Section 18.1?

Why is it important to try out humor on real people before delivering an after-dinner speech?

What does the text suggest a speaker should do at the conclusion of a toast to signal the end of the speech?

Which agency is mentioned in the text as representing celebrity and professional keynote speakers?

What is the main purpose of inspirational speeches, as defined in the chapter?

In addition to a hook, what are the two other essential parts of a good speech of introduction's opening?

According to the chapter, what is the 'first, and foremost' ingredient of a good entertaining speech?

What is the key advice for the final part of a roast speech?

In what two groups are special-occasion speeches broken into for purposes of simplicity in the chapter?

Which of these is NOT a tip provided for using humor in an after-dinner speech?