Deck 9: Speaking From a Manuscript

Question 1

Which of the following situations would not call for the use of a manuscript speech?

A) when the speech is the subject of substantial press coverage
B) when audience emotions are running high
C) when legal issues are at stake
D) when time constraints are severe
E) all of the above are situations that could call for the use of a manuscript speech

Answer 1

E

Question 2

When we say that a manuscript speech should be composed in oral style, we mean that:

A) It should be written to imitate the way we speak
B) It should be written to intimidate the audience
C) It should be written formally and elegantly
D) It should be addressed to a universal audience

Answer 2

A

Question 3

Which of the following is not a common characteristic of oral style?

A) the use of personal pronouns
B) the use of repetition
C) less eye contact with the audience
D) more relaxed rules of grammar
E) the use of a more limited vocabulary

Answer 3

C

Question 4

Most speeches that are given in the United States today are delivered from a manuscript.

Question 5

Manuscript speeches should be delivered in very formal language.

Question 6

An impromptu speech is one that is given without any formal preparation.

Question 7

The text of a manuscript speech should be printed in a relatively small font with small margins for the page layout.

Question 8

Enumerate and discuss at least three standard characteristics of oral style. Offer an example of each to illuminate your answer.

Question 9

List and discuss three characteristics of the C. Everett Koop manuscript which indicate that it was written for oral delivery. Be specific.