Question

Prompt:
Speeches have the power to inform, influence, and inspire. This week, we are exploring three major types of speeches: informative, persuasive, and entertaining. Each type serves a unique purpose and requires different strategies to connect with an audience.
1.Which type of speech do you believe has the most impact on an audience? Why?
2.Which type of speech do you feel most confident writing and delivering—informative, persuasive, or entertaining? Explain your choice.
3. What strategies can you use to keep your audience engaged throughout your speech?
Expectations for Your Response:

Write at least 150–200 words.
Use specific examples from your experiences or observations.
Respond to at least two classmates’ posts with thoughtful feedback or questions make like 9th grader

Answer 1

I think persuasive speeches have the most impact on an audience because they can change people’s thoughts or actions. For example, in middle school I gave a short persuasive talk to convince classmates to join a recycling club. By showing facts about how much waste we made and asking for a simple weekly task, several students signed up and the school added more recycling bins. That showed me how persuasion can lead to real change.

I feel most confident writing and delivering informative speeches. In 8th grade science I explained the water cycle with a poster and a small experiment. I practiced the facts until I could explain them clearly, and my classmates asked good questions afterward. Informative speeches fit me because I like researching and organizing facts.

To keep an audience engaged, I use a clear structure (intro, main points, conclusion), short stories or examples, and visuals like slides or props. I also ask questions to involve people, make eye contact, and vary my voice so it doesn’t sound monotone. I plan to respond to at least two classmates’ posts with thoughtful feedback or questions about their examples.