Types of Speech according

to Delivery
Reading from a manuscript
Memorized Speech
Impromptu Speech
Extemporaneous Speech
Reading from a manuscript​

is done when a speaker reads a prepared text or  manuscript to

the audience. The manuscript may be prepared by someone
else or by the speaker himself or herself.

This is usually given when the manuscript will be part of an

official record wherein extremely careful wording is required.
Most of the time, a manuscript speech is delivered over a
podium or a lectern. 
For whom is reading a manuscript most
advantageous?

1. Public figures 
2. Media personalities
3. Spokespersons for government and private organization
Guidelines in Reading from a Manuscript

✔ Outline and write your speech well

✔ Format your speech properly
✔ Practice your speech
✔ Vary your voice
✔ Look at the audience from time to time
Memorized Speech
❑ Requires you to commit your speech to memory.
❑ As with manuscript reading, you also run the risk of
sounding mechanical during a memorized delivery.
❑ Keep your memorized speech short and work harder
on your facial expressions and the tone of your voice.
✔speaking from memory is usually
appropriate for relatively short speeches such
as when presenting or accepting an award,
making an announcement, giving opening or
closing remarks, or introducing a speaker.
When should you deliver a
memorized speech? 
✔ introducing a guest,                              
✔ accepting an award or recognition,
✔ giving a eulogy, toast, tribute,
Tips in Delivering a Memorized
Speech 
✔ Keep it short
✔ Practice
✔ Visualize
✔ Project your voice
✔ Use pauses appropriately
A memorized speech requires much practice and
careful preparation.
Practice your speech repeatedly until you have
memorized it by heart. If you do forget a word or a
small part of your speech, do not panic and take a
deep breath.
Give yourself time to recover. To buy time, you may
engage the audience by asking them what your last
point was or by using humor.
Choose any of the following occasion below
and write a five-sentence speech that you
will deliver in class.

• Introducing a person
• Presenting an award
• Accepting an award
• Giving tribute to a person, place, or event.
Impromptu Speech
Delivered with very little or no preparation. It is
generally brief and unrehearsed since the speaker does
not have time to practice the speech. 

In a formal situation, the people who are asked to give

an impromptu speech are usually knowledgeable about
the topic they are going to talk about.
Impromptu speaking is challenging
 Strategies in Organizing and
Delivering an Impromptu Speech
Opening-Rule of Three
Clincher 
This strategy entails having a compelling opening. In your
opening, state your stand or the topic of your speech. Follow
it up with the rule of three, which means listing down
three reasons that supports your opening. At the end, your
clincher should summarize your points and wrap up your
speech well.  
Tips in Delivering an
Impromptu Speech
a. Think first before speaking.  
b. Consider the three major parts of a speech.
c. Identify your main point. ​
d. Use signposts. ​
such  as “First, I would like to say . . .,” “My second point is . . .,”
or “Finally, I would like to . . .” 
e. Keep your speech short. ​ 
f. Be confident. ​ 
Extemporaneous Speech
Extemporaneous speech is a method of prepared
speech delivery wherein you can achieve a balance
between memorized and impromptu speech. 
It ​is delivered with the speaker preparing a speech
outline or notes beforehand.
Here are other characteristics of an
extemporaneous speech:

a. It sounds natural. The speaker uses a conversational tone since the

speech is neither read verbatim nor committed to memory. 
b. Its exact wording is chosen while the speech is being given. The
speaker is not limited to using specific words selected in advance. 
c. It gives the speaker the chance to practice the flow of the speech
using the outline or notes. 
d. It lets the speaker freely engage and interact with the audience. 
e. It is flexible. It offers greater spontaneity, as the speaker may adapt
to the situation, gauge the reaction of the audience, and elaborate,
explain, or restate ideas as needed. 
Pointers in Preparing and Delivering an
Extemporaneous Speech 

✔ Prepare the outline or notes.

✔ Rehearse your speech using your outline or notes​
✔ Speak in a natural manner
✔ Pay attention to the audience’s nonverbal cues
 THE END!
References: Quipper ; Sipacio P., (2016) Oral
Communication in Context, C&E Publishing,Inc.,
Quezon City