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These speeches shape our collective identity, remind us of our history and traditions, and imagine the world "as it ought to be rather than as it is."

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Ceremonial

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Ceremonial speeches are best understood as ____.

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important public rituals that bind us together as a community, a group, or a nation

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In a ceremonial speech, a speaker's purpose typically is to ______.

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articulate and reinforce existing shared beliefs and values

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To say that ceremonial speeches are ritualistic and symbolic is to say that _____.

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they are, in some ways, even more important than other types of speeches

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What is the value of speeches wherein we remember the past?

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Their value is a clearer understanding of ourselves and the challenges we face.

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How might we evaluate this passage from a ceremonial speech? "On this President's Day, let us remember George Washington. As General of the Continental Army, he treated prisoners of war with honor and dignity, repaying their violence with benevolence. Repaying violence with benevolence-now that's an idea! We could learn a lot from General Washington."

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It is appropriate as it challenges an audience to reassess its own values even as they celebrate a common hero and a shared history.

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These types of speeches have been powerful agents of change.

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Ceremonial

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The ancient Greeks referred to these types of speeches as epideictic.

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Ceremonial

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All ceremonial speeches have the same basic objectives: to _____.

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w & z

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You have been asked to introduce the featured speaker at an annual event. Which of the following should you do as you prepare your speech of introduction?

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Warmly welcome the speaker, help establish his or her ethos by mentioning key accomplishments, and prepare the audience for the topic of the speech.

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If you are to present a speech of introduction, you should prepare by _____.

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drafting a brief welcome, a quick summary of the individual's education and key accomplishments, and a few lines that prepare the audience for the speech

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Molly has been invited to give the speech of introduction next week when her former debate coach, Mr. Bradley, will present a prestigious lecture. When Molly gives this speech of introduction, she should be most certain to do which of the following?

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Make sure she understands what he will talk about so she can help prepare listeners.

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As Mick introduced the guest speaker, Ms. Lee, he said: "Like many of you, Ms. Lee worked her way through college." What primary purpose would this line serve?

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To assist the speaker in establishing common ground with her listeners

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As Tia introduced the guest speaker, Dr. Rosati, to the running club's annual banquet, she said: "Like many of you, Dr. Rosati is a dedicated runner and committed to our community service projects." What primary purpose would this line serve?

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To assist the speaker in establishing common ground with his listeners

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As Nate introduced the guest speaker, Mr. Thomas, to a gathering of environmentalists in the Yellowstone area, he said: "Like many of you, Mr. Thomas grew up in big sky country and has seen, firsthand, the real wonders of the earth." What primary purpose would this line serve?

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To assist the speaker in establishing common ground with his listeners

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An organization to which you belong is hosting a conference with numerous participants from near and far. You are to present the welcome address. In addition to conveying a sincere welcome on behalf of the hosts, you would do well to ______.

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x & z

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An organization in which you are an officer is meeting in San Diego, California, and you're to provide the speech of welcome. Which of the following remarks would be appropriate for inclusion?

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w & z

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An organization in which you are an officer is meeting in Scottsdale, Arizona, and you're to provide the speech of welcome. Which of the following remarks would be appropriate for inclusion?

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w & z

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You have just learned that you are going to receive an important award at an upcoming banquet. How should you plan for your acceptance speech?

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Plan a brief acceptance speech in which you convey gratitude, acknowledge those most responsible for your achievement, and note the award's deeper meaning.

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What is the best way to prepare for an acceptance speech if you suspect you might be receiving an award?

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Plan and practice a brief speech in advance and be able to deliver it without notes.

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A friend is to receive an award at a banquet and is expected to present a speech of acceptance. He asks you for advice. His first question concerns how long his presentation should be. Based upon the readings, what advice should you give him about length?

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Speak for a minute or two, in order to not interrupt the flow of the program.

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The speaker said: "On this Memorial Day, let us remember those who gave their lives so we could have freedom and liberty." The speaker uttering these words is giving which type of speech?

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A commemorative speech

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A speech that marks an important date (such as "Independence Day") or event (such as the anniversary of a town's founding) is which type of speech?

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A commemorative speech

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This special kind of commemorative speech has acquired an unfortunate reputation for being dull, predictable, and lacking in substance. Yet, these have also been some of our most famous and memorable speeches, such as when John F. Kennedy used the occasion to reflect on the horrors of modern war.

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Commencement address

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With these speeches, in which we honor the life well-lived, we not only reinforce shared social values, but we also define the meaning of virtue and character. In doing so, we create role models for us all, and especially for the next generation.

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Speech of tribute

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This ceremonial speech typically will articulate the speaker's vision for the future and lay the groundwork for a specific legislative agenda. It might also possibly function to reunify a nation after a divisive campaign.

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Inaugural address

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In his first inaugural address, Thomas Jefferson stated: "We are all Republicans; we are all Federalists. If there be any among us who would wish to dissolve this Union or change its republican form, let them stand undisturbed as monuments to the safety with which error of opinion may be tolerated where reason is left free to combat it." With these words, Jefferson was attempting to ______.

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reunify the nation after a divisive campaign

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The purpose of a "keynote" address is to:

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articulate the values of some group at a convention or similar gathering.

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During the keynote address, the speaker said, "Our mission, our purpose is to raise awareness about illiteracy at home and abroad, and we have made significant progress doing just that. And we haven't stopped there. We have provided the means for countless individuals to learn how to read." How should we evaluate the appropriateness of these remarks during the presentation?

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Quite appropriate. The words can help amplify the group beliefs and values.

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These speeches typically give eloquent expression to the purposes and significance of a group and its gathering.

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keynote

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Whenever the Democrats and the Republicans hold their national conventions, they invite an especially noteworthy speaker who can give eloquent expression to the purposes and significance of the group and its gathering. What kind of speech are these speakers presenting?

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A keynote address

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When General Motors-the world's largest automaker-convenes its annual meeting, it invites an especially noteworthy speaker who can give eloquent expression to the purposes and significance of the company and its continued innovation and success. What kind of speech are these speakers presenting?

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A keynote address

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In this type of ceremonial speech, the developmental materials should be chosen for their entertainment value, yet simultaneously develop a thoughtful, thematic message.

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After-dinner speech

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What are the typical expectations of an after-dinner speech?

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To say something substantive yet still be entertaining or perhaps even amusing

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Which of the following most accurately portrays the after-dinner speech?

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The after-dinner speech should be fairly brief and entertaining, yet convey a substantive message.

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A sermon may function as an epideictic speech when it _____.

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celebrates and reaffirms an audience's existing faith

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When it comes to language choices in a ceremonial speech, heed the following:

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Use vivid language to make the speech more lively, interesting, and memorable.

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To ensure that your ceremonial speech sounds good when delivered out loud, you should ______.

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w & z

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On most occasions, a ceremonial speech is delivered _______.

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from a manuscript

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When delivering a speech from manuscript, most speakers ______.

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find it more difficult to maintain eye contact, use physical movement and gestures, sustain the appropriate rate and volume, and react to audience feedback

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