Persuasive Speech Chapter 9 Study Guide

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• I have read Chapter 15 of the textbook by Lucas.
• Lucas gives four types of informative speeches. 1) Speeches about objects. 2) Speeches about processes. 3) Speeches about events. 4) Speeches about concepts. Of the four I would choose number two, Speeches about processes. This type will help me help state my informative speech in steps to present it in a clear organized manner that is easy for the audience to comprehend and follow along as I give my speech in detail.
• Lucas also gives six guidelines for informative speeches. 1) Don’t overestimate what the audience knows. 2) Relate the subject directly to the audience. 3) Don’t be too technical. 4) Avoid abstractions. 5) Personalize your ideas. 6) Be creative. Of the six I, would choose:

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