*Obama voice* Speech.

1. What does this word mean to you?

To me, a speech is when someone (a speaker) gives formal information about something (verbally, of course) in a somewhat public situation. A speech has to be informative (or even mildly persuasive in some cases) and has to have at least one member of an audience. It is definitely not a speech if you choose to say something only to yourself – it is called thoughts, instead.

2. Differentiate between demonstrative speech and informative speech.

A demonstrative speech is, in short, when someone demonstrates something. It is when someone gives a formal tutorial such as methods and steps of doing something. Most of most times, demonstrative speech is a speech that explains the specific process of doing something with the aid of motions and gestures that carry out step by step of said process. On the other hand, an informative speech is a speech that points out information and gives the audience knowledge about a specific matter. For example, an informative speech can be about cakes in general or probably about the types of cakes available for sale, while a demonstrative speech is about how to actually make them.

3. Who normally gives speeches?

People who have enough authority to somewhat influence people with their speeches. It could be as politicians or the faculty’s dean. Or Taylor Swift, when she wins an award.

4. What makes some speeches more powerful and memorable compared to others?

Humour. To me, personally, humour is the best trait in any form of speech. (Except for talkin though. Don’t tell me you don’t know what talkin is.). No matter how formal the speech is, humour always works wonders to capture the audience’s attention. If you can deliver both sarcasm and a confident yet formal speech, then you definitely deserve a standing ovation.

5. Do you believe you have what it takes to give an influential and impactful speech?

I don’t think so. Special gratitude to social awkwardness, insecurity and stage fright, of course. However, I am looking forward to learn the skills and techniques of giving a confident and impactful speech that can both grasp the audience’s attention and convey information effectively.