Planning a successful speech | English | Quizalize & Oak National Academy

Starter quiz

Which of the following is a formal, structured and purposeful form of communication delivered to an audience?
- essay
- conversation
- speech ✓
- dialogue
What word beginning with 'A' refers to the group of people listening to communication?
- 'audience' ✓
Match the words with their definitions.
- topic
  
  ⇔
  
  the subject of discussion or converation ✓
- hobby
  
  ⇔
  
  an activity or interest done for pleasure or relaxation ✓
- information
  
  ⇔
  
  facts or other knowledge ✓
- politics
  
  ⇔
  
  activities, actions and policies of a government ✓
In writing, what do we mean by a hook?
- an extravagant metaphor
- an engaging opening sentence ✓
- a stylish simile
- a well organised structure
Which of the following is the best synonym for 'opportunity'?
- predicament
- barrier
- possibility ✓
- obstacle
Which of the following is the best synonym for 'challenge'?
- obstacle ✓
- advantage
- dilemma
- ordeal