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Highlight eight characteristics of an effective speech.

      

Highlight eight characteristics of an effective speech.

  

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Martin
Characteristics of an effective speech

- Clarity Clarity is an essential feature, of a good speech. Speech should be clear and unambiguous so that the audience can understand it easily. If it is not clear enough to express its meaning to the audience, it will become ineffective.

- Definiteness of Message Message of .the speech should be definite and relevant with the subject matter-.

- Conciseness Audience becomes impatient to long speech. Hence, speech should be as concise as possible However, it should not incomplete.

- Interesting Speech should be delivered in an interesting and pleasing way so that the audience is motivated to pay attention. In order to make the speech interesting, various stories, examples, quotations and jokes can be cited,

- Informal Touch Though speech is a formal address, it should be presented in a personal and informal way.

- Considering the Audience Speech is delivered to a specific audience. So the speaker should actively consider the expectations, interest and nature of the audience.

- Speaking Slowly An ideal speech is one which is delivered slowly and in usual tone. It helps the audience to hear and understand the 'message clearly,


marto answered the question on February 5, 2019 at 08:13


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