Oral Communication

in 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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Oral Communication
in Context
Quarter 1 – Module 6:
Types of Speeches
and Speech Style
Introductory Message
For the facilitator:

Welcome to the Oral Communication in Context Grade 11/12 Alternative Delivery

Mode (ADM) Module on Types of Speeches and Speech Style!

This module was collaboratively designed, developed and reviewed by educators

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 What I Need to
Know

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.

The module is divided into two lessons, namely:

• Lesson 1 – Types of Speeches • Lesson 2 – Types of Speech Style

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. distinguish the types of speeches according to purpose and delivery;

2. determine the types of speeches used in different real-life situations;
3. distinguish the types of speech style;
4. identify the social situations in which each speech style is appropriate
to use; and
5. observe the appropriate language forms in using a particular speech
style.

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 What I Know

Directions: Choose the letter of the best answer. Write the chosen letter on a
separate sheet of paper.

1. The following are types of speech according to purpose EXCEPT __________.

A. informative speech C. persuasive speech
B. impromptu speech D. entertainment speech

2. All are categorized under types of speech according to delivery EXCEPT

__________.
A. impromptu speech C. persuasive speech
B. extemporaneous speech D. manuscript speech

3. The primary goal of a/an ___________ is to influence the thoughts, feelings,

actions, and behaviors or attitudes of your listeners (Gamble & Gamble,
2012).
A. informative speech C. persuasive speech
B. expository speech D. entertainment speech

4. The _______________ is a type of speech that aims to make the audience relax,
enjoy, and even laugh.
A. expository speech C. persuasive speech
B. entertainment speech D. informative speech

5. Delivering a speech with the help of short notes and a clear outline is known
as _________.
A. manuscript speech C. extemporaneous speech
B. memorized speech D. impromptu speech

6. When you deliver a pre-written speech word for word, it is called __________.
A. impromptu speech C. memorized speech
B. manuscript speech D. extemporaneous speech

7. A/ an __________ is delivered with little or no advance preparation.

A. impromptu speech C. manuscript speech
B. memorized speech D. extemporaneous speech

8. The nature of a reporter’s job is to give an expository or __________.

A. persuasive speech C. manuscript speech
B. informative speech D. impromptu speech

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9. The President follows a/an __________ during his State of the Nation Address
(SONA) so as not to miss any important detail.
A. entertainment speech C. memorized speech
B. impromptu speech D. manuscript speech

10.The Department of Health (DOH) Spokesperson transitioned from

manuscript speech to __________ when she answered various pressing
questions during the media press conference.
A. extemporaneous speech C. memorized speech
B. impromptu speech D. entertainment speech

11.Jeff tried out an online interview which tested his skill in__________.
A. impromptu speech C. informative speech
B. memorized speech D. entertainment speech

12.The type of speech that appeals to audience’s emotion and provides striking
statistics to support the ideas is called __________.
A. informative speech C. manuscript speech
B. persuasive speech D. extemporaneous speech

13.Knowing your audience well will be most useful in a/an __________.

A. informative speech C. memorized speech
B. entertainment speech D. manuscript speech

14.The speaker’s credibility is highly important in a/an __________.

A. manuscript speech C. entertainment speech
B. memorized speech D. persuasive speech

15.Incorporating gestures, facial expressions, and movements in your

__________ can help avoid unnatural delivery.
A. manuscript speech C. impromptu speech
B. memorized speech D. extemporaneous speech

Lesson
Types of Speeches
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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 In

In your journey toward elevating your oral communication skill, you have
previously learned in Module 5 that communication can take place in different
speech contexts (intrapersonal, interpersonal, public, and mass). Moreover, you
were given ideas on how you should speak when put in a specific speech context.
As you move on to your next adventure, Module 6 Lesson 1 will prepare you to be
an effective public speaker. This exciting lesson will tackle the different purposes
and methods of delivering a speech.

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.

Types of Speeches
In the word puzzle below are seven (7) words that refer to jobs
which commonly require to deliver speeches. Try to look for
them as fast as you can to lead you to the types of speeches.
B T Y P O L I T I C I A N
X T J I A K E U W G E S L
L E K T D O C T O R P T A

Notes to the Teacher

 of the activities is scaffolded to assist the learner in discovering the
lesson on their own. The activity in theWhat I Can Dopart may be
modified to suit your earning
l set up. Happy teaching!

U A S F L F O G X I F Q W
I C E D O I M B M P A P Y
S H W Z B T E S E U Y F E
P E C N S M D N A C T O R
F R M R P U I I T R O J L
E H D I A C A H I P V I J
G N E W S A N C H O R Y S

A. Vertical B. Horizontal

1. _________________________ 1. _________________________

2. _________________________ 2. _________________________

3. _________________________ 3. _________________________

4. _________________________

Were you able to hunt all the words that we are looking for? Let us look at the
following pictures if you got them correctly.

For the jobs written vertically, what do you think are their reasons or purposes
for giving their speeches?

I give a speech to ____________________________

_____________________________________________

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 I give a speech to ___________________________
_____________________________________________

I give a speech to ____________________________

_____________________________________________

For the jobs written horizontally, how do you think do they deliver their
speeches?

To deliver my report on television,

I____________________________________________
____________________________________________.

To deliver my lines on stage, I

_______________________________________ ______
____________________________________________.

To deliver my speech during campaign,

I____________________________________________
____________________________________________.

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 To deliver the clinical findings to my patient, I
_____________________________________________
____________________________________________.

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.

1. Types of Speech According to Purpose

a. informative or expository speech

• is mainly performed for the purpose of educating the audience on
new or relevant piece of information on a particular topic.
e xample: lecture of a teacher
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

2. Types of Speech According to Delivery

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

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 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

Description Purpose Delivery

The speech… I P E Ma Me Ex Im

1. provides the audience with a clear

understanding of a concept or idea
2. aims to convince the audience
3. is delivered with limited preparation and is
guided by an outline

4. is delivered with no advance

preparation and is usually for person
knowledgeable about the subject
5. is used by theater actors

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 6. is commonly used by candidates running
for political office
7. is employed when answering a question
about oneself in an interview
8. makes use of jokes, funny stories, and vivid
descriptions.

9. is written in advance and should be

practiced in order to avoid monotony
10. appeals to audience’s emotion and
provides striking statistics that can
support the ideas

What I Have Learned

From the lesson on the types of speeches, I learned that:

1. I will use the following types of speech according to purpose when:

A. informative

B. persuasive

C. entertainment

2. The three (3) types of speech according to purpose are also used in:

Other Speaking Situation

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 A. informative

B. persuasive

C. entertainment
_______________________________________

_______________________________________

_______________________________________

3. I will use the following types of speech according to delivery when:

A. manuscript

B. memorized

C. extemporaneous

D. impromptu

4. The four (4) types of speech according to delivery are also observed in:

Other Speaking Situation

A. manuscript

B. memorized

C. extemporaneous

D. impromptu

___________________________________

___________________________________

___________________________________

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 ___________________________________

5. As a speaker, I should know my purpose and method of delivery before giving

my speech so…

What I Can Do
Now that you know how to distinguish the different types of speeches, try to make a
meaningful activity out of it by delivering a simple speech as a life coach. A life
coach is someone who helps people identify their goals and develop an actionable
plan to achieve them. To help the people who were affected by the recent COVID-19
pandemic, give a 2 or 3-minute persuasive memorized speech. Have someone from
the audience to evaluate your performance by using the criteria below.

4 3 2 1
Category Exceptional Meets Satisfactory Needs Score
Expectation Improvement

Introduction The first few lines The first few lines The first few lines The first few lines of
of the speech really of the speech got of the speech did the speech did not
got my attention my attention and I not really get my get my attention and
and made me want was curious to hear attention and I I did not want to
to listen intently. the rest. was not sure if I hear more.
want to hear more.

Content The speech The speech focused The speech The speech was
explained the issue on the issue and focused on the unclear, did not
thoroughly, using used examples but issue but did not explain any of the
examples. did not fully explain it issues thoroughly
explain it. thoroughly and did and did not use
not use examples. examples. (x 2)

Delivery The speaker spoke The speaker was I could not hear or
in a loud, clear loud and clear but The speaker was understand the
voice and was was not expressive. difficult to hear speaker.
expressive. sometimes and
not expressive.

Conclusion The end of the The end of the The end of the
speech was The end of the speech was not speech was not
exciting and speech was very exciting or exciting or lovely at
lovely. somewhat lovely. all.
exciting and lovely.

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 Overall The speech was The speech was The speech was The speech made
exciting and informative and not very me not want to
informative that somewhat informative or agree with the
made me agree with exciting that made exciting I would speaker’s viewpoint.
the speaker’s me think about the not probably agree
viewpoint. speaker’s with the speaker’s
viewpoint. viewpoint.

Total Score

https://landaua-catcherintherye.weebly.com/rubric-for-persuasive-speech-and-presentation.html

Assessment
Directions: Identify whether each statement is TRUE or FALSE. Use a separate
sheet of paper for your answer.

__________ 1. The types of speech according to delivery are impromptu speech,

persuasive speech, extemporaneous speech, and manuscript speech.

__________ 2. The primary goal of an informative speech is to influence the

thoughts, feelings, actions, and behaviors or attitudes of your
listeners (Gamble & Gamble, 2012).

__________ 3. Extemporaneous speech has no advance preparation and is usually

for a person knowledgeable about the subject.

__________ 4. An impromptu speech is delivered with little or no time for

preparation.

__________ 5. An expository speech provides the audience with a clear

understanding of a concept or idea.

__________ 6. The nature of a reporter’s job is to give a persuasive speech.

__________ 7. The President’ State of the Nation Address (SONA) is guided by a

manuscript or teleprompter.

__________ 8. A speaking situation can transform from one type of speech to

another.

__________ 9. Entertainment speech is simpler than an informative speech.

__________ 10. A manuscript speech may not be rehearsed anymore.

__________ 11. Short notes are useful in an extemporaneous speech.

__________ 12. A manuscript speech is used to deliver important information.

__________ 13. Vivid descriptions are essential in an entertainment speech.

__________ 14. The types of speech according to purpose are informative speech,
persuasive speech, and entertainment speech.

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__________ 15. The credibility of a speaker is important in informative, persuasive,
and impromptu speech.

Additional Activities
Observe three (3) different speaking situations in your environment. Using the table
below, list them down and distinguish the type of speech according to purpose and
delivery used in each situation. Also, provide an evaluation by identifying the
positive point you noticed. For the relevant suggestion, give a piece of advice on
how the speech can further be improved considering the type of speech where it
belongs. One (1) point will be given for every correct answer written on each box.
Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

Speaking Situation Purpose Delivery Positive Point Relevant

Suggestion

1.

2.

3.

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 What I Know

Directions: Choose the letter of the correct answer. Write the chosen letter on a
separate sheet of paper.

1. You are to use a/an __________ style only when you are with your close
family members or people.
A. casual B. consultative C. intimate D. frozen

2. Conversation between friends uses __________ style even though they do not
have close relations.
A. consultative B. casual C. formal D. intimate

3. The ___________ style is characterized by a semi-formal communication.

A. casual B. consultative C. frozen D. intimate

4. The speech which consists of well-structured, logically sequenced, and

strongly coherent sentences and is prepared beforehand is called _________
style.
A. formal B. frozen C. consultative D. casual

5. The most formal communicative style that is usually used during solemn
events and ceremonies is the __________ style.
A. casual B. frozen C. formal D. consultative

6. Lou felt displeased toward Lois after he had shared their private
conversation with other people. Lois’ act violates the idea of __________
style.
A. formal B. casual C. intimate D. consultative

7. Jargon, slang, and vernacular language are common in __________ style

because of the shared background information of the participants.
A. casual B. consultative C. frozen D. formal

8. When a person already shares secrets during a conversation, the

communication style can be described as __________.
A. consultative B. casual C. formal D. intimate

9. Professional or mutually acceptable language is a must in a/an ______

style.

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 A. casual B. consultative C. frozen D. intimate

10. The ___________ style should be observed in regular classroom discussions

between a teacher and a student.
A. casual B. consultative C. frozen D. intimate

11. Sermons by priests, State of the Nation Address of the President, and
welcome addresses are examples of __________ style.
A. consultative B. frozen C. formal D. casual

12. It is called _________ style because this style remains unchanged.

A. casual B. frozen C. formal D. consultative

13. The term YOLO (You Only Live Once) is a commonly used language in a
__________ speech style.
A. casual B. formal C. consultative D. frozen

14. The use of Mr., Mrs., Dr., Professor, and other honorifics are expected in
a/an __________ speech style.
A. formal B. intimate C. consultative D. casual

15. Utmost respect should be expressed during the recitation of Panunumpa sa

Watawat ng Pilipinas and Panatang Makabayan as used in __________ style.
A. consultative B. formal C. frozen D. casual

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 Lesson

2 Types of Speech Style

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 In

How is your experience doing the public speaking? Were you able to apply the
principles of effective speech delivery? You have come a long way with your
knowledge on the three (3) types of speech according to purpose and the four (4)
types of speech according to delivery from Module 6 Lesson 1. Keep making
progress as you reach Module 6- Lesson 2 where you will be given tips on how to
build your communication skills as well as relation with other people. Enjoy your
journey to becoming a proficient speaker!

Notes to the Teacher

This lesson is composed of five (5) activities that will not only
enhance the students’ speaking skill but also reveal background
information about them. Take time to go through their responses
to help you know them better. Happy teaching!

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 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).

Types of Speech Style

There are five (5) types of speech style that can be used in various speaking
situations. To know them, accomplish first the comic strip below by sharing a day
in your life as you go to school. Supply the needed statement(s) in each scenario.
Use the drawings as your guide.

1. __________
____________

3. __________
____________

2. __________
____________

5. __________
____________

4. __________
____________

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 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.

Types of Speech Style

1. Intimate

• is used for very close relationships. example: couple

• note: Language used in this style may not be shared in
public.
2. Casual

• is an informal communication between groups and peers who have

something to share and have shared background information but
do not have close relations.
example: classmates

• note: Jargon, slang, and vernacular language are used

3. Consultative

• is used in semi-formal and standard communication.

example: teacher and student

• note: Professional or mutually acceptable language is a must in

this style.
4. Formal

• is a one-way straightforward speech.

example: State of the Nation Address
• note: What the speaker says is something that has been prepared
beforehand.
5. Frozen

• is the most formal communicative style that is usually used during

solemn ceremonies and events. example: pledges
• note: It does not require any feedback from the audience.

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What’s More

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Distinguish how you should communicate in the following speaking situations
through the diagram below. Write the letter of the speaking situation to its
appropriate type of speech style. Use a separate sheet of paper for your answer.

a. attending solemn ceremonies

f. caring less about grammar

b. listening to announcements
g. using slang word like “bro”

c. conversing with close people

h. reciting the Girl/ Boy Scout Law

d. addressing the one in authority

i. producing well-formed sentences

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.

What I Have Learned

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From the lesson on the types of speech styles, I learned that:

1. The following speech styles are also observed in other speaking situations like:

Other Speaking Situations

A. intimate

B. casual

C. consultative

D. formal

E. frozen

2. There are principles that you have to keep in mind when talking to people using
the following speech styles to maintain good communication such as:

A. family member= intimate

B. classmate= casual

C. teacher= consultative

D. principal= formal

E. pledge= frozen

3. I should use the appropriate speech style when talking to certain people so…

What I Can Do
Let your knowledge of the different types of speech style make your communication
and relation with other people better.

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 Below are pictures showing some communication problems. To address these
problems, identify the appropriate speech style to be used then provide a possible
dialogue using the appropriate language form of each speech style.

1.

Problem: Anna talks back to

her parent who is disciplining
her.
Speech Style:
__________________________

Problem: Camila has no friends in school.

2.
Speech Style: __________________________

Problem: The business partners have not reached an agreement.

Speech Style: ________________________
3.

Assessment

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Directions: Identify whether each statement is TRUE or FALSE. Write your answer
on a separate sheet of paper.

________ 1. The MOST informal speech style is the intimate style.

________ 2. The standard style of speech is the casual style.

________ 3. Consultative style is used when talking to someone in authority.

________ 4. Frozen style needs feedback.

________ 5. Honorifics like Mr. and Mrs. should be used when talking to strangers.

________ 6. You can use slang words like “dude” to a stranger.

________ 7. Similar interests form a casual speech style.

________ 8. Correct pronunciation is strictly observed in the intimate style.

________ 9. Talking to strangers should follow the consultative style.

________10. Delivering a formal speech takes the longest time of preparation.

________11. The manager can talk informally to his subordinates in the workplace.

_______ 12. Speech styles develop good values.

________ 13. Using appropriate speech style means varying the degree of formality.

________ 14. Speech context affects speech style.

________ 15. The degree of relationship dictates the type of speech style to be used.

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 Additional Activities
Observe varied speaking situations happening in your environment. Distinguish
the types of speech style used by completing the table below. Then, point out one
good practice in each speaking situation that is worthy of imitation. One (1) point
will be given for every correct answer written on each box. Use a separate sheet of
paper for your answer.

Speech Style Sample Speaking Situation Good Practice

1. intimate

2. casual

3. consultative

4. formal

5. frozen

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