Speech Preparation And Delivery
Overview
Ten minutes is longer than you think and shorter than you need. Stand up with a subject and no shape and the first two minutes will be spent apologising, the middle five will wander, and the last three will be a scramble for somewhere to stop. Stand up with a spine and the same ten minutes will feel like a conversation you happen to be leading.
This note is about the prepared talk: choosing something that will survive being spoken about for that long, building a structure an audience can follow without notes, writing sentences that work in the ear rather than on the page, and delivering them in spoken Standard English to a room that is listening. The questions that come afterwards are a separate skill and have a note of their own.
Objectives
- Demonstrate presentation skills in a formal setting
- Use spoken Standard English effectively in speeches and presentations
- Give a prepared spoken language presentation lasting no longer than 10 minutes
- Present a speech or talk followed by questions from the audience
Lesson Note
Available on the Green Bridge App
Download the Green Bridge CBT app on your phone or computer to access full lesson notes, practice questions, and more.
Lesson Evaluation
Congratulations on completing the lesson on Speech Preparation And Delivery. Now that youve explored the key concepts and ideas, its time to put your knowledge to the test. This section offers a variety of practice questions designed to reinforce your understanding and help you gauge your grasp of the material.
You will encounter a mix of question types, including multiple-choice questions, short answer questions, and essay questions. Each question is thoughtfully crafted to assess different aspects of your knowledge and critical thinking skills.
Use this evaluation section as an opportunity to reinforce your understanding of the topic and to identify any areas where you may need additional study. Don't be discouraged by any challenges you encounter; instead, view them as opportunities for growth and improvement.
- What is the maximum length of a presentation for the Spoken Language endorsement? A) 5 minutes B) 10 minutes C) 15 minutes D) 20 minutes Answer: B
- How is the Spoken Language endorsement reported? A) As marks added to the written paper B) As a percentage of the qualification C) As a separate result of Not Classified, Pass, Merit or Distinction D) It is not reported at all Answer: C
- Who must always be part of the audience for the presentation? A) The whole class B) A visiting examiner C) The teacher D) At least ten students Answer: C
- Which of these is required of every student who is to be awarded a Pass, Merit or Distinction? A) Using slides B) Being audible and using spoken Standard English C) Speaking without notes D) Speaking for the full ten minutes Answer: B
- Which is the strongest opening for a ten-minute talk? A) Hello, my name is Sara and today I will be talking about recycling B) Recycling is a very important issue in the world today C) Last month I followed one bin bag from my kitchen to the place it actually ends up D) I hope you find my presentation interesting and informative Answer: C
Available on the Green Bridge App
Download the Green Bridge CBT app on your phone or computer to access full lesson notes, practice questions, and more.
Available on the Green Bridge App
Download the Green Bridge CBT app on your phone or computer to access full lesson notes, practice questions, and more.
Recommended Books
Practice Mock Questions
Want to practice mock questions on Speech Preparation And Delivery? Download the Green Bridge CBT app to access mock questions and full practice assessments for this topic.
Download The App On Google Playstore
Everything you need to excel in your exams
