15 березня. Всесвітній день промов

Цей день присвячений мистецтву публічних виступів та важливості ораторської майстерності. Промови можуть змінювати думки, надихати й мотивувати. Від відомих політичних звернень до зворушливих виступів на сцені – слово має силу!

Слово дня: “ОПЛЕСКИ" -  плескання в долоні на знак вітання кого-небудь або схвалення чого-небудь.

Його промова викликала шквал оплесків.

The word of the day:  speak out (phrasal verb) /spik aʊt/

Meaning: to say in public what you think about something such as a law or an official plan or action.

Example: It’s time to speak out about this corruption.

 Your MINI-TASK is to do the quiz.

Famous Speakers & Great Speech Tips Quiz

1. Which famous speaker was known for their powerful oratory during the American Civil Rights Movement?
   a) Albert Einstein
   b) Marie Curie
   c) Leonardo da Vinci
   d) Martin Luther King Jr.
2. A key element of a compelling speech is to:
   a) Use complex jargon to impress the audience.
   b) Connect with the audience emotionally.
   c) Read directly from a script without looking up.
   d) Speak in a monotone voice.
3. Who delivered the famous "Iron Curtain" speech?
   a) Franklin D. Roosevelt
   b) John F. Kennedy
   c) Winston Churchill
   d) Dwight D. Eisenhower
4. When preparing a speech, it's crucial to:
   a) Know your audience and tailor your message.
   b) Avoid practicing to maintain spontaneity.
   c) Focus solely on the length of the speech.
   d) Use as many filler words as possible.
5. Which speaker was renowned for their ability to inspire and motivate through clear, concise language?
   a) William Shakespeare
   b) Steve Jobs
   c) Michelangelo
   d) Jane Austen
6. A powerful way to engage an audience is to:
   a) Speak in a fast, hurried manner.
   b) Avoid eye contact to prevent distractions.
   c) Use storytelling and personal anecdotes.
   d) Fill the speech with irrelevant details.
7. Who delivered the "I Have Nothing to Offer but Blood, Toil, Tears and Sweat" speech?
   a) Mahatma Gandhi
   b) Abraham Lincoln
   c) Nelson Mandela
   d) Winston Churchill
8. To deliver a confident speech, it's essential to:
   a) Practice regularly and visualize success.
   b) Apologize for any potential mistakes.
   c) Avoid any form of physical movement.
   d) Memorize the speech word for word, regardless of comfort.
9. Which speaker was famous for their use of simple, powerful language that resonated with a wide audience?a) William Shakespeare
   b) Franklin D. Roosevelt
   c) Isaac Newton
   d) Plato

10. A good speech should have a clear:
    a) Lack of structure to keep the audience guessing.
    b) Focus on confusing the audience with complex ideas.
    c) Introduction, body, and conclusion.
    d) Goal of speaking for as long as possible.