Extemporaneous

Speech 
Prepared by: Ms. Aneisha
Walker 
Objectives 

1 2 3 4
Tell the different Explain what the State the Outline the
types of speeches  extemporaneous characteristics of sections of the
speech is  the expository speech 
extemporaneous
speech 
Methods of There are FOUR basic methods of delivering a
Delivery 
public address. Your speech will fall into one

of these styles of delivery every time you

speak. The time and place determines which

type is more appropriate than the others.

Learning about the appropriateness, strengths

and weaknesses of each type will assist you in

deciding when to use and when to avoid a

particular style. 
Methods of Delivery 

UNSCRAMBLE THE FOLLOWING

• UTPMORPMI 
• MTPANIUSC
• OMEMDEZIR
• SEUXOTEENMAPRO
Methods of Delivery 

IMPROMPTU  MANUSCRIPT  MEMORIZED  EXTEMPORANEOUS

Impromptu 
 Impromptu
• This involves giving a speech on the spur of the
moment with little or no prior planning and
preparation.

• Although one is expected to speak spontaneously,

this does not suggest total unpreparedness. In fact,
an impromptu speech is usually given with the
expectation that the speaker has some knowledge
of the subject and is able to articulate it
meaningfully.
 Advantages of Impromptu
Speeches 

• These speeches are immediately adaptable to

the situation and audience.

• It allows for the speaker to respond

directly to any feedback from the
audience.
Disadvantages of Impromptu Speeches 

• Rhetoric might not be as polished as one would

prefer.
• Supporting content might not be as strong and
substantiated as one would like.
Memorized
Memorized Speech 

• This involves planning and writing out the speech and

then memorizing it word for word.
• Therefore, the delivery will be executed solely from
memory.
Advantages of Memorized Speech 

• Frees the speaker from the pressures of formulating ideas on the

spot
• Allows the speaker the freedom of expressing his content in a
structured an strategic manner.
• Allows the speaker control over time and tempo of the speech.
Disadvantages of Memorized Speech 

• Speaker might experience lapse in concentration due to unforeseen

interruptions.
• Runs the risk of sounding mechanical or programmed.
• Time consuming (preparation stage – memorizing)

• Speaker may forget parts of his speech

Manuscript 
Manuscript  • This entails writing out the entire speech
beforehand and at delivery, the speaker
simple reads it.

• The speakers attention must be more

engaged with the audience than the
manuscript.
 Advantages of a Manuscript
Speech 

• Gives the speech an elevated tone through the use of polished vocabulary and
sentence structure.

• Allows for accurate time management.

• Allows for complete control of content and organization.

• Minimizes the probability of making disastrous mistakes.

Disadvantages of a Manuscript Speech 

• Does not allow for much flexibility to adjust content to suit audience.

• May be a barrier to good eye contact – ultimately affecting connection to audience.

• Runs the risk of sounding flat, recycled or not relatable to the audience
 EXTEMPORANEOUS 

This speech is carefully prepared and rehearsed but is delivered from an outline or framework (brief

notes written in point form.) The speaker shapes the speech as he or she goes along, not just working

with a memorized script. The words therefore emerge spontaneously but guided by the outline. The

speaker practices this out loud many times and although the speech is very similar each time, it is

never exactly the same. Exactness is not a desired goal with this type of speech as the main aim is to

have the topic or idea clearly made each time it is spoken. 

Advantages of an Extemporaneous Speech 

The speaker has the opportunity to organize the presentation and select supporting
details beforehand.

An outline gives the speaker a comprehensive plan and helps you to be

comfortable with materials/information garnered.

An outline also gives the opportunity to practice enough to know the length of
the speech. 
 A greater sense of confidence is
generally displayed by the speaker.

Advantages of an
This speech is flexible, conversational
Extemporaneous and spontaneous in tone. This helps
to increase audience attention and
Speech  rapport.

An outline gives the speaker scope to

adjust his/her presentation in response to
the feedback from listeners.
Disadvantages of an Extemporaneous Speech 

Wording may not manifest as intended.

If proper skills are not utilized, the speaker can veer off
topic.

The speaker may lose track of timing. 

The Extemporaneous
Presentation
(The Exposition)
 The Extemporaneous Speech 

    The extemporaneous speech is worth sixteen (16) marks. It should be no longer than ten (10)
minutes, eight (8) minutes of which is allocated to the candidate for the presentation.  The
remaining two (2) minutes is reserved for questions and answers facilitated by the panel of
adjudicators. 
  
The Extemporaneous Speech  - Mark
Scheme 
A. Discussion of issues and challenges/Organization of Material (5 MARKS)
Description of key terms – (1 Mark) - Define the key terms in your topic.
Description of issues - (3 Marks) - Give a summary of the source used, highlighting the key areas as
it relates to the topic being researched. Evaluate each source after you have presented the
information found. 
Challenges – (1 Mark) - Unacceptable challenges: time consuming went through a lot
of data, having to travel far and wide to retrieve data, presenter not being motivated etc. 
Acceptable challenges: having to change topic due to difficulty acquiring valid and reliable sources,
interview being cancelled, COVID19 restrictions hindering comprehensive research 
 The Extemporaneous Speech – Mark Scheme  
B. Evaluation of the effect of source, context and medium (or channel) on the reliability and validity of
the information gathered (4 MARKS)
• Source – the writer of the piece – person or institution. Explain what makes them valid and reliable (2
marks)
• Evaluation of medium - The medium is the immediate form which a message takes. Is it a book, speech,
article and how does that form affect the validity and reliability of the information received/ Evaluation of
channel – The channel is that which is responsible for the delivery of the chosen message form. how did
you get access to the information (book, internet, website) and   how does that impact the validity and
reliability of the information received. (1 Mark)
• Evaluation of context - Evaluation of context - what type of writing is it; what was the purpose of the
piece and how is it relevant/useful to your topic. (1 Mark) 
The word CREDIBLE is not accepted when evaluating any source, channel or medium.
The Extemporaneous Speech – Mark
Scheme

C. Organization ( 3 MARKS) 
Introduction – Hook/Attention Grabber, definition of key terms (1 mark)
Body – logical sequencing of ideas, transitional words/phrases (1 mark) 
Conclusion – gives an answer to the research question/statement or gives a stance on
the topic researched
The Extemporaneous Speech – Mark
Scheme

D. Delivery  - (4 MARKS)  

• Audibility
• Fluency
• Eye contact
• Body movement
• Paralinguistic features such as pauses, throat clearing, pitch
etc. ) 
Introduction – Begin with…
An Icebreaker (Optional):
How do I start? 
- a quotation [relevant to the context of
your presentation],
-the lyrics of a song/ lines of a poem [relevant to
the context of your presentation],
- a joke [relevant to the context of the
presentation (as well as funny)],
- statistics [relevant to the context of your
presentation], this may be phrased as a regular
question or a thought provoking rhetorical
question.  
- rhetorical question or series of rhetorical
questions 
Introduction - A. State clearly the topic under discussion,

Content Example:
What are the impacts of the improper use of technological
devices on the students of St. Andrew High School for girls? 
B.Then offer definitions of key words or phrases that will
clarify the topic. 
Example:
In our sample topic; Impacts, Improper and  technological
devices are the key words/phrases which need clarification.
Introduction – C.As far as possible use sources for the
definitions that will enhance the
Content  audience’s/adjudicators’ understanding  of
your topic.
Hint:
Use sources that are relevant to the discipline under
which you are conducting your research. 
Example: 
For the best definition of ‘Technological devices’
you may need to consult an Information
Technology related dictionary or articles from the
discipline that give precise
definitions.
Body- Discussion of Key Issues/Points 

• Presentation of well-developed and supported points. 

• Here you outline and discuss the key issues raised by your
research.
• Use your sources to make your key points clear to the
audience. 
Body- Evaluation  

• Validity – speaks to the soundness of the data/information. Is the information current? Is it accurate? Is
it objective and not subjective? 
• Reliability – speaks to the trustworthiness of a source and the data/information provided. Does the
source’s track record or background inspire trust in the researcher? Does the source have a consistent
record of producing sound and valid works in the discipline? Does the source have authority to speak
on the matter?
Body – Evaluation 
Evaluation of Source
A. Your source is both:                                                 
  i. who authored your document/or was the subject of your interview/questionnaire. Therefore you should speak
to: 
- the authors educational/professional background. Is he/she someone with special knowledge or ability in a
specific subject area?
Eg. Dr. S. Schaaffe possesses the authority to speak on the  topic of secondary pedagogy and may be deemed
a reliable source as she has been an educator for 22 years in which time she has done 15 successful studies
on effective teaching strategies for high school teachers. Her life of research has been dedicated to
academia as she holds two masters and a Phd in pedagogical studies. Dr. Schaaffe has been awarded UWI’s
Researcher of the Year title for 3 years during her tenure as resident researcher in the field of education.
Body – Evaluation 
B.  Evaluation of Context 
   The Context is two fold. The circumstances which prompted the creation of the document/information as
well as the circumstances under which the information was delivered. 
Example:     
The Prime Minister in Parliament.
The Prime Minister in a constituency meeting/rally.
 i.  How does context impact on the reliability of the information?
Eg. The context adds to the reliability and validity of the information as It is expected that in a
parliamentary setting the leaders will provide information with integrity, soundness and value, owing to
the responsibilities of their respective portfolios within the political sphere.
Body – Evaluation 

If this was an interview – you may say

that this particular channel/medium
aided in ensuring the information
received was valid as it allowed for the
Channel/Medium Cont’d
possibility to ask follow up questions
or to probe for clarity in ensuring that
the information is accurate, logical and
sound.
Organization 
i. Introduction
     - Defining key terms
     - Highlight key points/issues to be discussed in the body while highlighting what order they will be discussed
in. 
ii. Body - Logical sequence of Ideas
    - Systematic discussion of key issues/points by skillfully interweaving secondary information in a cohesive
and coherent manner. 
iii. Conclusion                                                           
- What are you leaving the audience/adjudicators with?                                   
- What is the summation of your findings? 
Delivery  i. Audibility 
How well can the audience/adjudicators hear you?
ii. Fluency
    How well do you know your presentation (pronunciation,
enunciation, vocabulary etc)?
iii. Eye Contact
   Make eye contact with your audience/adjudicators. Eye contact
suggests sincerity and is a way of maintaining connectivity
between speaker and audience. 
 Delivery 

iv.  Body Movement

      All gestures, expressions must contribute to the      
      overall effectiveness of the presentation.
v. Paralinguistic features
Pauses, pitch, tone and  speech rate must contribute to the overall effectiveness of the presentation.
Questions/Comments