Lesson 4
Extemporaneous
Speech
Distinguish types of
1 speeches (EN11/12OC-
IIcj-23);
Learning
Competencies
Use principles of
effective speech
2 delivery in different
situations (EN11/12OC-
IIcj-24).
Objectives
● differentiate extemporaneous speeches from
manuscript, memorized, and impromptu speeches;
● identify the characteristics of an extemporaneous
speech; and
● construct an outline and draft of a speech on a given
topic.
Essential Question
How is an effective extemporaneous speech
prepared and delivered?
Warm Up!
1. Your teacher will distribute some reference materials.
Utilize them to research any topic you would like to
discuss.
2. Use the next 15 minutes to research and prepare an
explanation about your topic.
3. Utilize the outline on the next slide to organize the
information you have researched.
Warm Up!
Topic: _______________________________________________________________________________
I. Introduction
A. _______________________________________________________________________________
B. _______________________________________________________________________________
C. _______________________________________________________________________________
I. Body
A. _______________________________________________________________________________
1. ___________________________________________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________________________________________
A. _______________________________________________________________________________
1. ___________________________________________________________________________
2. ___________________________________________________________________________
I. Conclusion
Review
What is one defining characteristic of each of the
following speeches?
● manuscript speech
● memorized speech
● impromptu speech
Learn about It!
Extemporaneous Speech
● involves preparing an outline or notes before delivery
● does not require the speaker to read a manuscript word for
word
● does not require the speaker to memorize the speech
● uses the speech outline or prepared notes as a guide, with
the speaker elaborating on the topic using his/her own
words
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Other Characteristics of an
Extemporaneous Speech
● It sounds natural.
● Its exact wording is chosen while the speech is being given.
● It gives the speaker the chance to practice the flow of the
speech using the outline or notes.
● It allows the speaker to freely interact with the audience.
● It is flexible.
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Three Steps in Studying Your Extemporaneous Topic
1. Identify the type of extemporaneous question that you have
to answer.
● Is it a question of fact? Does it revolve around whether
something is true or not?
● Is it a question of value? Does it center on whether the
topic is good or bad, moral or immoral, just or unjust?
● Is it a question of policy? Does it focus on what policy or
rule should be followed?
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Three Steps in Studying Your Extemporaneous Topic
2. Determine if your topic is informative or persuasive.
3. Stick to your topic and look at all sides and angles of the
problem.
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Pointers in Preparing and Delivering an
Extemporaneous Speech
● Prepare the notes and outline. Instead of an outline, you
may also use a graphic organizer, such as a flowchart or a
concept map, if this suits your topic or purpose better.
● Rehearse your speech using the notes and outline.
Familiarize yourself with your notes so that you can
internalize the flow of your speech.
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Pointers in Preparing and Delivering an
Extemporaneous Speech
● Speak in a natural manner. While delivering your speech, talk
as if you are conversing with someone. Use shorter sentences
and speak clearly in a friendly tone. Make eye contact with the
audience and only look at your notes from time to time.
● Pay attention to the audience’s nonverbal cues. For
example, if you see that they look confused, you may elaborate
on an idea by giving examples or restating a point.
Learn about It!
On Retaining the Philippine Islands
William McKinley
Learn about It!
Guide Questions
1. What is the main idea of Mr. McKinley’s speech? Identify the
thesis statement.
2. Besides US lawmakers, who could have been another
audience for Mr. McKinley?
3. Highlight the main points of the speech; assess whether
these claims were valid or not in the decision to retain the
Philippine islands as a US colony.
4. Would you say that the speech is effective in achieving its
purpose? Why or why not?
Writing/Speaking Prompts
Finding a Solution
1. Form groups with three members each.
2. Brainstorm on a problem you all see at school and each of
you should think of a different solution to address the
problem.
3. On a sheet of paper, write down how each of you will solve
the problem.
4. Submit your work to your teacher and have it approved.
Writing/Speaking Prompts
Finalizing the Outline
1. Work individually to create your outline for your
extemporaneous speech.
2. Submit a final copy of your outline to your teacher.
3. Prepare for the final delivery of your speech, which should
be three to five minutes long.
Writing/Speaking Prompts
Criteria Score
Content
(The outline contains the key points/details that are going to be
included in the speech.) 5 pts.
Organization
(The ideas in the outline are logically organized.) 3 pts.
Language
(Use of proper spelling, mechanics, grammar, and word choice is
observed.) 2 pts.
Score: /10
Writing/Speaking Prompts
Delivering the Speech
1. When your teacher calls you, deliver your extemporaneous
speech.
2. Afterward, participate in giving feedback about your
classmates’ speeches.
Writing/Speaking Prompts
Criteria Beginning Developing Accomplished Score
(1 point) (2–3 points) (4–5 points)
Verbal Delivery The speaker was not able The speaker attempted to The speaker used the
to vary his/her intonation vary his/her intonation appropriate volume and
and volume. The speech and volume during the varied his/her intonation
is recited too fast or too speech. The speaker during the speech. The
slowly. attempted to maintain a speaker maintained a
conversational pace. conversational speaking
pace.
Use of Nonverbal The speaker fails to utilize The speaker attempted to The speaker utilized
Cues appropriate nonverbal utilize appropriate nonverbal cues well
cues during the speech. nonverbal cues during during the speech.
He/She fails to establish the speech. He/She He/She was able to
eye contact. attempted to maintain maintain eye contact
eye contact throughout with the audience
the speech several times. throughout the entire
Writing/Speaking Prompts
Criteria Beginning Developing Accomplished Score
(1 point) (2–3 points) (4–5 points)
Organization The speaker was not able The speaker followed the The speaker followed the
to follow the outline well. outline, but some of the outline, and the
The speech, as a whole, is additional details spoken improvised parts were
not logically organized. on the spot should have appropriate for the topic.
been said at a different Everything is logically
part of the speech. organized.
Content Very little information Majority of the All the information given
given by the speaker was information given by the by the speaker was
related to the topic. speaker was relevant to relevant to the topic.
Supporting details are the topic, but the speech Important details are
barely provided. still needs more details. discussed.
Score:
Values Integration
“The pen is mightier than the sword.”
This is an old quote, yet it is still timely. How is this
particular saying relevant to our lesson?
Synthesis
1. Work with a partner to think of how to promote local
products.
2. Work together to create a thesis statement, but take
turns in putting together the details to create an outline.
3. Present the thesis statement and the outline to the class.
4. After, answer the following questions:
a. Was it easy for you to make an outline of the assigned
topic? Why or why not?
b. What do you think you should do to become more
comfortable in delivering an extemporaneous speech?
Assignment
1. Choose one local problem you would like to address.
2. Create an outline for an extemporaneous speech about
the problem.
3. Include a thesis statement for your speech.
Criteria Score
Content
(The outline contains the key points/details that are going to
be included in the speech.) 5 pts.
Organization
(The ideas in the outline are logically organized.) 3 pts.
Language
(Use of proper spelling, mechanics, grammar, and word choice
is observed.) 2 pts.
Score: /10
