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Features of Informative Speeches

1. Clarity
2. Organization
3. Choose words carefully.
4. Don't try to cover too many points
5. Clarify the relationship between you main points by observing the
principles of coordination.
6. Use words like "First," "Second," "Furthermore," etc.
7. Keep speech moving forward according to a well developed plan.
8. Use precise vocabulary without being too technical for the audience.
9. Simplify whenever possible.
10.Use reiteration, but avoid repeating with exactly the same words.
11. Association of new ideas with more familiar ones.
12.Example: comparing pupil of eye with aperture of camera lens.
13.Coherence
14.Find a pattern than fits your subtopics: spatial, chronological, etc.
15.Use motivational appeals, interesting intros, etc., to keep audience
interested.
Essential features of informative speeches:
1. Clarity the result of effective organization and careful selection of words so your
audience can follow and understand what you are saying
A. only include the points that are essential to the message
B. clarify relationships between the main points by using clear coordination and transition
C. simplify as much as possible without losing essential information
D. use a precise and an accurate vocabulary without getting too technical
2. Association of new ideas with familiar ones helps your audience to grasp new facts and
ideas easier
3. Coherence is an organizational factor that finds a pattern which fits your major points and
sub-points together in a meaningful manner
4. Motivation of the audience is essential in gaining their attention and getting them
involved.