Regional or ethnic dialects are fine in speeches as long as listeners find them acceptable.

According to your textbook, saying “didja” instead of “did you” is an error in

In the introduction of his speech on the Special Olympics, Amir mentioned that he had attended the events last year to cheer on a family friend who was competing in some races. Sharing this information with the audience helped Amir achieve which goal of a speech introduction?

What does your textbook say about eye contact for public speakers who address audiences in the United States?

What does your textbook say about preparing an effective speech conclusion?

People in the United States usually speak at a rate between 120 and 180 words per minute.

According to your textbook, the following passage from a speech introduction is an example of a(n)_________. In my speech today, I will show you the serious health dangers posed by the flu, and I will urge each of you to get a flu shot every year without fail.

According to your textbook, if the following statement occurred in the body of a speech, it would be an example of what kind of connective? In addition to helping people in need, working as a hospital volunteer provides you with valuable job experience.

The conclusion should normally make up about 25 percent of a speech.

You should try to look at the audience about 50 percent of the time while you are giving a speech.