Features of a Speech
English Language: KS3, topic 5.2.9
Features of a Speech
Speeches are a powerful way to communicate ideas or opinions. Speeches should be structured carefully to engage the listener and make the perspective on a particular topic clear.
An opening
- Speeches need an attention-grabbing opening in order to engage the listeners.
- An opening can use a range of different forms:
- A rhetorical question,
- An interesting fact or statistic
- Powerful imagery
The structure
- Use a clear but simple structure so that your listener can follow your argument.
- Decide on the most important points in your speech and put these first.
- Make sure you have one viewpoint that is explained throughout the speech.
- Make sure your perspective and opinion are clear.
Non-fiction methods
- A range of non-fiction methods should be included in a speech.
- Non-fiction methods include facts and statistics to provide information.
- Persuasive methods like rhetorical questions, direct address and repetition should also be included.
- Like in an article, anecdotes can be used in order to help give examples on a particular topic or present certain experiences.
A conclusion
- End with an impactful conclusion.
- A conclusion may be a point that is important and easy for your audience to remember.
- A conclusion can also be an action that you would like your listener to take after the speech.