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Secondary 3 English · Speech writing and delivery

Name: ______________________

Date: ____________

1. Which device is used here? 'Clean, cheap and quick – that is what public transport offers.'
- ☐ (a) Rule of three
- ☐ (b) Rhetorical question
- ☐ (c) Anecdote
- ☐ (d) Rebuttal
2. What is the name for a question asked for effect rather than to get an answer? (two words)
3. Which sentence uses inclusive language?
- ☐ (a) You should fix this problem.
- ☐ (b) They never listen.
- ☐ (c) Together, we can make our community safer.
- ☐ (d) I think this is a good idea.
4. In a speech, what is the purpose of a rebuttal?
- ☐ (a) To introduce the speaker
- ☐ (b) To answer and weaken an opposing argument
- ☐ (c) To tell a joke
- ☐ (d) To list the speaker's sources
5. What is the term for the closing request that tells the audience exactly what to do? (three words)
6. Why do speakers often pause just before and after an important line?
- ☐ (a) To give the audience time to absorb the idea and to add emphasis
- ☐ (b) Because they have forgotten their words
- ☐ (c) To make the speech shorter
- ☐ (d) To let the audience leave
7. Which is the best hook for a speech about reducing food waste?
- ☐ (a) My speech is about food waste.
- ☐ (b) Imagine buying three bags of groceries, then dropping one straight into the bin. That is what many households do every week.
- ☐ (c) Food is a thing that people eat.
- ☐ (d) I will now begin my speech.
8. Why is writing for a speech different from writing an essay?
- ☐ (a) Speeches do not need any structure.
- ☐ (b) Listeners cannot re-read, so speeches need clear signposts, shorter sentences and repetition of key ideas.
- ☐ (c) Speeches must always rhyme.
- ☐ (d) Speeches should only use formal, technical vocabulary.

Answer sheet

1. Rule of three — Three qualities are grouped together to make the idea rhythmic and memorable.
2. rhetorical question — Rhetorical questions make the audience think and often imply the answer.
3. Together, we can make our community safer. — 'We' and 'our' include the audience as part of the speaker's group.
4. To answer and weaken an opposing argument — A rebuttal acknowledges the other side and explains why it is less convincing.
5. call to action — A call to action turns agreement into action, such as 'Sign the petition today.'
6. To give the audience time to absorb the idea and to add emphasis — Pauses signal importance and give listeners time to think.
7. Imagine buying three bags of groceries, then dropping one straight into the bin. That is what many households do every week. — The vivid image gets attention and makes the problem feel real and personal.
8. Listeners cannot re-read, so speeches need clear signposts, shorter sentences and repetition of key ideas. — A speech is written for the ear, so clarity and memorability matter most.