Department of Education

SHS
Types of Speech and Speech Style

First Quarter: Module 6

Mira R. Sanchez
Writer

Analiza V. Canilang
Josephine M. Montero
Dr. Ma. Carmen D. Solayao
Validators

Schools Division Office – Muntinlupa City

Student Center for Life Skills Bldg., Centennial Ave., Brgy. Tunasan, Muntinlupa City
(02) 8805-9935 / (02) 8805-9940

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 This module has been prepared for the Senior High School students. It
aims to identify the different types of speeches and various types of speech
context to make communication more effective and efficient. The scope of this
module will help you to understand the different types of speeches according
to delivery and purpose and the specific speech styles to be used in various
situations with considerations to age, sex or gender, social status, and
culture.

After going through this module, you are expected to:

1. identify the types of speeches according to delivery and purpose;

2. identify the different types of speech style; and

3. write a persuasive speech.

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Directions: Read and analyze each statement/question. Choose the letter of the
correct answer.

____ 1. Speaking without advanced preparation.

A. Extemporaneous C. Memorized
B. Manuscript D. Impromptu

____ 2. Speeches that explain "how to" do something are called:

A. instructions C. explanations
B. descriptions D. events

____ 3. This is delivered with the aid of short notes and clear outline.
A. Memorized C. Impromptu
B. Manuscript D. Extemporaneous

____ 4. A type of speech that follows the word-for-word method and may
tempt the speaker to avoid practicing the speech.
A. Manuscript C. Impromptu
B. Memorized D. Extemporaneous

____ 5. This type of speech requires you to commit the speech to memory to
avoid bringing notes during the delivery.
A. Manuscript C. Persuasive
B. Impromptu D. Memorized

____ 6. What type of speech influences the thoughts, feelings and actions of
the audience?
A. Informative Speech C. Manuscript Speech
B. Persuasive Speech D. Entertainment Speech

____ 7. Which of the following is an example of an informational speech?

A. An explanation why uniforms should be banned
B. An instructional video
C. A morning announcement
D. A toast at a wedding

____ 8. Which of the following is not an example of a demonstrative speech?

A. How to make Kool-Aid
B. Steps to create a PowerPoint presentation
C. Ways to earn an A in math class
D. Why teachers should get paid the same as doctors

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____ 9. It occurs between or among close family members or intimate individuals.
A. Intimate C. Formal
B. Frozen D. Casual

____ 10. This is common among peers and friends.

A. Formal C. Frozen
B. Consultative D. Intimate

____ 11. This speech style uses jargon, slang, street language, gay language, vulgar
words.
A. Consultative C. Formal
B. Frozen D. Casual

____ 12. It uses formal words and expressions. this speech style is expected to be
presented in complete sentences with specific word usage.
A. Formal C. Casual
B. Consultative D. Frozen

____ 13. It is also known as fixed speech.

A. Formal C. Casual
B. Consultative D. Frozen

____ 14. An example of this speech style is "a conversation between stranger.
A. Frozen C. Casual
B. Consultative D. Intimate

____ 15. It is a way to stir up people's higher-order values and plant positive and
valid ideals in life.
A. Entertainment Speech
B. Inspirational Speech
C. Extemporaneous Speech
D. Impromptu Speech

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 Module

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TYPES OF SPEECH AND SPEECH STYLE

A person may be good in writing but not in speaking. Some are afraid to speak
in public. Public speaking requires courage as writing a speech requires skill. Both
need careful preparation for the speech to be substantial and to be properly delivered.
A speech plays a n important role in communication because it helps form
connections, motivates change, influences decisions, and provides information.

The speech style is another thing to consider. People are different from each
other so it is important that a style in talking or speaking should be considered for
the purpose of effective communication. In other words, the speaker’s style should
complement the speech.

Directions: Watch the video presentation, “Types of speeches based on purpose

delivery formality and audiences: Tutorial for beginners” at
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YOiYfn5N7AE, then fill out the chart below.
Use a separate sheet for your answer.

TYPES OF SPEECH DEFINITION EXAMPLE

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Directions: Identify the type of speech style appropriate for the following
situations. Write the letter of your choice on each line before the number.

__ 1. Also known as fixed speech, it is the highest form of communicative style

which is often used in respectful situations or formal ceremonies like
Shakespearean plays, weddings, funerals, and more?
A. Formal Style C. Frozen Style
B. Consultative Style D. Intimate Style

__ 2. This speech style uses formal words and expressions and is mostly seen in
writing rather than speaking. It also disallows the use of ellipsis, contractions, and
qualifying modal adverbials?
A. Casual Style C. Consultative Style
B. Intimate Style D. Formal Style

__ 3. It is basically unplanned speech since the speaker uses the participation and
feedback of the listener. The speaker will supply background information, while
again, the listener participates continuously?
A. Intimate Style C. Consultative Style
B. Casual Style D. Frozen Style

__ 4. Also known as informal style, it is usually used between friends, or even

insiders who have things to share. In this type, there is a free and easy
participation of both speaker and listener?
A. Casual Style C. Intimate Style
B. Formal Style D. Frozen Style

__ 5. This speech style is used in talks between two very close individuals. It is
described by an economy of words with a high chance of nonverbal communication.
Like casual, there is also a free and easy participation of both speaker and listener?
A. Casual Style C. Consultative Style
B. Frozen Style D. Intimate Style

__ 6. Identify which communicative style is used.

Communication between doctor and patient, lawyer and client, lawyer and judge,
teacher and student, counsellor and client and superior and subordinate?
A. Formal Style C. Casual Style
B. Intimate Style D. Consultative Style

__ 7. What communicative style is appropriate between buddies and for chats, e-

mails, blogs and letters to friends?
A. Formal Style C. Intimate Style
B. Casual Style D. Frozen Style

__ 8. What communicative style is used by husband and wife, boyfriend and

girlfriend, siblings and parent and children?
A. Formal Style B. Frozen Style

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 C. Casual Style D. Intimate Style

__ 9. What communicative style is appropriate for sermons, researches, speeches,

pronouncements made by judges and memorandum?
A. Formal Style C. Intimate Style
B. Frozen Style D. Consultative Style

__ 10. What communicative style is used in the following texts:

The Preamble of the Constitution, The Lord’s Prayer, Bibliographic reference and
laws?
A. Frozen Style C. Casual Style
B. Consultative Style D. Formal Style

__ 11. Identify which communicative style is used.

On 30th January 2020, the Philippine Department of Health reported the first case
of COVID-19 in the country with a 38-year old female Chinese national.
A. Intimate Style C. Formal Style
B. Casual Style D. Consultative Style

__ 12. Identify which communicative style is used.

“Lemme go!”
“Watcha gonna do?”
“I’m doin’ it my way.”
“I wanna know,”
A. Formal Style C. Casual Style
B. Frozen Style D. Intimate Style

__ 13. What communicative style is used in the following fixed expressions?

“Yes your honor”
“Yes my lord”
“I object”
“I do”
“I second the motion”
A. Formal Style C. Consultative Style
B. Intimate Style D. Frozen Style

__ 14. Talking to a paediatrician or dentist.

A. Casual Style C. Consultative Style
B. Formal Style D. Intimate Style

__ 15. Giving instructions to students.

A. Consultative Style C. Formal Style
B. Casual Style D. Frozen Style

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 Types of Speech

A. Types of Speech According to Purpose

1. An informative speech provides information about a specific subject to an

audience. The aim of an informative speech is to help the audience
understand and remember the information presented.

2. An entertainment speech is a speech designed to captivate an audience’s

attention and regale or amuse them while delivering a message.

3. A persuasive speech is a specific type of speech in which the speaker has

a goal of convincing the audience to accept his or her point of view. The speech
is arranged in such a way as to hopefully cause the audience to accept all or
part of the expressed view.

B. Types of Speech According to Delivery

1. An extemporaneous speech is the presentation of a carefully planned and

rehearsed speech, spoken in a conversational manner using brief notes. By
using notes rather than a full manuscript, the extemporaneous speaker can
establish and maintain eye contact with the audience and assess how well
they are understanding the speech as it progresses. The opportunity to assess
is also an opportunity to restate more clearly any idea or concept that the
audience seems to have trouble grasping.

2. A manuscript speech is the word-for-word iteration of a written message.

In a manuscript speech, the speaker maintains his or her attention on the
printed page except when using visual aids. The advantage of reading from a
manuscript is the exact repetition of original words.

3. A memorized speech is the rote recitation of a written message that the

speaker has committed to memory. Actors, of course, recite from memory
whenever they perform from a script in a stage play, television program, or
movie scene. When it comes to speeches, memorization can be useful when

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the message needs to be exact and the speaker doesn’t want to be confined
by notes.

4. An impromptu speech is given with little or no preparation, yet almost

always with some advance knowledge on the topic. When called to speak "off
the cuff" on the "spur of the moment," is usually because the speaker is quite
knowledgeable about the subject. For example, if called on to speak in class,
a student might give a short impromptu speech about a topic that was in the
assigned readings.

Types of Speech Style

The context dictates and affects the way people communicate, which results
in various styles. According to Joos {1968}, there are five speech styles. These
are {1} Intimate {2} Casual {3} Consultative {4} Formal, and {5} Frozen.

1. Intimate – This style is private which occurs between or among close

family members or individuals. The language used in this style may not be
shared in public.
Examples: Couple talking about their future plans and family sharing
Ideas

2. Casual - This style is common among peers and friends. Jargon, slang,
or the vernacular languages are used.
Examples:
casual conversations with friends, family members, and phone calls

3. Consultative – This style is the standard one. Professional or mutually

acceptable language is a must.
Examples:
regular conversation at schools, companies, group discussion
teacher-student, doctor-patient, expert-apprentice

4. Formal – This style is used in formal settings. Unlike the consultative

style, this is one-way.
Examples: meetings, speeches, school lessons, court, a corporate
meeting, at a swearing in ceremony, in an interview or in a classroom

5. Frozen – This style is frozen in time and remains unchanged. It is

mostly occurring in ceremonies.
Examples: national pledge, anthem and school creeds

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Directions: Below are links of empowering speeches delivered by inspiring people.
Choose only one speech and evaluate the speaker by completing the table below.

a. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cSkpU8e2uUo
b. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=41guxaNk9FY
c. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9tTnPEBwzzM
d. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iCwKM6uB71I

Title of Speech Viewed;

Name of Speaker:

Type of Speech Delivery Used:

Type of Speech according to delivery

used:

Did the speaker adjust to the size of the

audience and venue?

How did the speaker approach the

audience?

How did the speaker catch the

attention of the audience?

Did the speaker use other techniques

in the delivery of his/her speech? Was
it effective?

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Directions: Reflect on what you have learned from the lesson by completing the
chart below.

What were your

thoughts about the
connection of
speech styles to
speech delivery?

What are the new

ideas that you
learned after taking
up this lesson?

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Getting into their Shoes

Directions: Imagine that you are officers of the Student Council conducting a meeting
to address a specific concern. Below are some suggested issues which you can
discuss. Do ensure that you have the needed documents, data, and policies to
support your stand. What should people understand about your experiences as
learners in the new normal? Organize your findings in a vlog format. Once refined,
be ready to share online.
Note: This may also be done collaboratively with your other classmates online.
a. Distance Learning
b. School Policies and the new normal
c. Student Achievement in the new normal
d. TLC: The Teaching and Learning Collaborators
e. Our Future beyond the Pandemic Crisis

Rubric for Assessment

Criteria Excellent Good Needs

Improvement

Content

1. Content was relevant.

2. Purpose was well-defined.
3. Main points were stated clearly.
4. Arguments were sound and supported with valid and
credible sources.
5. Introduction captured the listener’s attention.
6. Presentation was ended effectively with a review of the
main points.

Organization

7. Ideas are organized logically.

8. Appropriate organizational pattern was observed.
9. Transitions were smooth.

Presentation

10 Voice was audible and pleasant.

11. Proper pronunciation, enunciation, and articulation
were observed.
12. Gestures, posture, and facial expressions were
expressive, dynamic, and natural.
13. Attire was appropriate.
14. The student demonstrated mastery of the
presentation.

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Directions: Choose the best answer in each statement. Write the letter of the
correct answer.

1. This style is private and occurs between or among close family members or
individuals.

A. Casual Style
B. Consultative Style
C. Intimate Style
D. Formal Style

2. This style is remain unchanged. It mostly occurs in ceremonies.

A. Intimate Style
B. Consultative Style
C. Formal Style
D. Frozen Style
3. The language used in intimate style maybe shared in public.

A. True
B. False
C. Maybe
D. Does not say

4. The following situations use formal speech style, EXCEPT:

A. Inquiring at a hotel
B. Delivering an oratorical speech
C. Delivering a campaign speech
D. Delivering news reports

5. It is a style used in formal settings. Unlike the consultative style, this is one-way.
A. Consultative Style
B. Intimate Style
C. Frozen Style
D. Formal Style
6. Which of the following situations require a formal speech style?

A. Talking to a superior
B. Reading a court order
C. Talking to a stranger
D. Talking and laughing about memorable experiences

7. Which of the following situations call for a casual speech style?

A. Delivering an oratorical speech

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 B. Leading a prayer before meal
C. Talking to a friend while playing sports
D. Talking to a stranger
8. This is the standard style which uses professional or mutually acceptable
language.
A. Casual Style
B. Frozen Style
C. Consultative Style
D. Formal Style

9. Jargon, slang, or the vernacular language are NOT acceptable in the casual
style.
A. True
B. False
C. Maybe
D. Does not say

10. This is the type of speech in which the speaker does not usually plan what he
wants to say.
A. Consultative Style
B. Casual Style
C. Frozen Style
D. Intimate Style

11. It is the type of speech style in which the speaker must frame sentences ahead
of time before they are delivered.
A. Frozen Style
B. Consultative Style
C. Casual Style
D. Formal Style

12. It is often very relaxed and focused on just getting information out.

A. Casual Style
B. Consultative Style
C. Intimate Style
D. Formal Style
13. What type of speech style is applicable when you place a phone call to an
acquaintance?

A. Casual Style
B. Consultative Style
C. Formal Style
D. Intimate Style

14. This is the most formal communicative style in respectful situations.

A. Casual Style
B. Consultative Style
C. Frozen Style

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 D. Intimate Style

15. Consultative style is observable when __________.

A. Marriage couple reminisce about their most unforgettable date
B. A priest is conducting a marriage ceremony
C. A supervisor conducts a meeting with subordinates
D. A job applicant is being interviewed

Choose a situation to perform. You may either work in groups (parents, siblings,
friends), with a pair, or as an individual.

1. Recount a moment when you were surprised by an event, person, or thing.

2. Interested in a new game, you ask a player to describe how it is played.

3. A friend confides a problem, but you are facing a bigger problem. How do you
relate to this friend?

4. You have a very important decision to make and are seeking the help of elders or
experts.
5. Address a group of teenagers on the importance of consultation and
participation.

This activity is graded on the following rubric.

Rubric for Speaking Styles

Criteria Rating
1. The appropriate speech is used for the activity. 5 4 3 2 1

2. Appropriate verbal and nonverbal behavior was used for the 5 4 3 2 1

specific speech style.
Comments:

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References

Boyenga, J. (n.d.). An Introduction to Public Speaking. Retrieved from

http://www.indianhills.edu/_myhills/courses/SPC101/documents/lu03_public_s
peaking.pdf

Sipacio, P., and Balgos, A. (2016). Oral Communication in Context Textbook.

Department of Education: Republic of the Philippines. Manila, Philippines.

Types of Speech Styles. Retrieved from

https://oralcom.wordpress.com/2016/10/14/types-of-speech-styles/

15.B 15. A
14.B 14. C 15. C
13.D 13. D 14. C
12.A 12. C 13. A
11.D 11. C 12. A
10.D 10. A 11. D
9.A 9. A 10. A
8.A 8. D 9. B
7.A 7. B 8. C
6.B 6. D 7. C
5.D 5. D 6. B
4.A 4. A 5. D
3.B 3. C 4. A
2.A 2. D 3. B
1.D 1. C 2. D
1. C
What I Know What’s New Assessment

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