Oral Comm Q1M6
Oral Comm Q1M6
Context
Quarter 1 – Module 6:
Types of Speeches and
Speech Style
Oral Communication in Context
Alternative Delivery Mode
Quarter 1 – Module 6: Types of Speeches and Speech Style
First Edition, 2020
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This module was designed and written with you in mind. It is here to help you
master the types of speeches and speech style. The scope of this module permits it
to be used in many different learning situations. The language used recognizes the
diverse vocabulary level of students. The lessons are arranged to follow the
standard sequence of the course. But the order in which you read them can be
changed to correspond with your needs.
Lesson
Types of Speeches
1
This lesson introduces you to the world of public speaking. Take a step further to
enhance your oral communication skills by learning the types of speeches you can
use in creating meaningful tasks.
What’s New
Speech
It is human nature to express thoughts and emotions. Thus, many speeches or
forms of communication in spoken language, made by a speaker before an
audience, have been created. Speeches are more formal than talking or usual
conversations. They are primarily delivered to leave a remarkable message.
What is It
The activity shows that people create speeches for different purposes and through
different methods of delivery. There are two (2) major types of speeches: according
to purpose and according to delivery.
b. persuasive speech
• is given solely for the purpose of convincing the audience to agree
with the speaker’s opinion on a particular topic. example: speech
of a lawyer
c. entertainment speech
• aims to share laughter and enjoyment to the audience through witty
and humorous lines. example: speech of a comedian
a. manuscript speech
• is the word-for-word iteration of a written message using visual aids.
example: news anchor with a teleprompter
b. memorized speech
• is the rote recitation of a written message that the speaker has
committed to memory. example: actor’s dialogue
c. extemporaneous speech
• is the presentation of a carefully planned and rehearsed speech,
spoken in a conversational manner using brief notes. example: a
campaign speech before a voting public
d. impromptu speech
• is the presentation of a short message without advance preparation
and is for people knowledgeable about the subject.
example: a doctor’s response to the question of a patient
What’s More
Get to know more how to distinguish the types of speeches according to purpose
and delivery. On the left are characteristics of the different speeches. Check (/) the
appropriate column described by each statement. Use a separate sheet of paper for
your answer.
Note: More than one column may be selected.
Legend: I= informative speech Ma= manuscript speech
P= persuasive speech Me= memorized speech
E= entertainment speech Ex= extemporaneous speech
Im= impromptu speech
Lesso
Types of Speech Style
n 2
This lesson helps you improve your communication skills by providing you the
socially acceptable ways in delivering your speech. Explore the types of speech style
for creating better relationships.
What’s New
Speech Style
The way we communicate varies depending on a lot of factors such as the speech
context, speech purpose, and speech delivery. The form of language that the
speaker uses which [sic] characterized by the degree of formality is known as
speech style (Martin Joos, 1976:156).
What is It
You may have noticed that the forms of language you use in talking to different
people in different situations change in degree of formality. This is because of
speech style. There are five (5) types of speech style.
1. Intimate
What’s More
b. listening to announcements
g. using slang word like “bro”
e. talking to friends about hobbies j. talking to the utility staff in your school
intimate
casual
1.
3.
2.
4.
Speech
Styles
frozen
consultative
9.
5.
10.
6.
formal
7.
8.