audience

Speech TermsA type of nonverbal communication that involves use of the body such as gestures, posture, or movementBody Languagethis speech features the physical display and assembly of steps in a process while explaining each along the way and reaching completionDemonstrationthe main features of a speech usually presented in sentences, phrases, or single wordsOutlineIntentional or unintentional words, actions, or symbols which others interpretCommunicationthe beginning of a speech which should get the audiences attention, give them a reason to listen, and introduce the topic. Introductiona proposal that has at least two clearly distinguishable (and often opposing) points of view in which the speakers have an interest: a controversyDebatable Propositionto instruct; to provide informationInformthe group of listeners in any public speaking situation who make the communication transaction with the speaker complete.AudienceThe part of a speech which summarizes and emphasizes the speakers main ideas.Conclusiona speech given with little or no advance preparationImpromptuto capture and hold the attention and imagination of the audience.Entertainthe process of influencing another to change, modify, or adopt an attitude or behaviorPersuade something that upsets or disturbs you or causes you to react negativelyPet Peeveto take someone elses work and represent it as your ownPlagiarizethe position of your bodyPostureto maintain a calm, steady, gracious and assured mannerPoisethe goal of a presentation, or what the speaker hopes to accomplish by making the presentationPurposea speech given with an outline or a few notesExtemporaneousthe various aspects of vocal delivery such as tone, rate, pitch, volume and attractiveness of the voiceVocal Qualitiesphysical and electronic means of assisting the audience to literally see what the speaker is talking about.Visual Aids