Notes 3 Module 2 Speaking Skills

Module 2
Notes 3
SPEAKING SKILLS
Questions listed under 01 - 10 (PART-1)
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1.Define the term ‘speaking’.
Answer: 
Speaking is an act of making vocal sounds
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2. Discuss the significance of speaking
 Answer: Language is a tool for communication. We communicate with others, to express our ideas, and to know others’ ideas as well. Communication takes place, where there is speech. Without speech we cannot communicate with one another.
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3. Mention any four aspects of essentials for effective speaking.
Answer: The essentials of effective speaking are
1. The audience is not the enemy
2. Write your speech word for word
3. Six words that can change the way you speak:  Make a Point; Tell a Story
4. Don't underestimate the power of laughter
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4. Explain the ways to handle the fear of audience.
Answer: The reason why many people avoid public speaking is because they have a fear of it, which is partially feared of an unknown and possibly hostile audience.    Just remember that the audience is not the enemy.   
Just remember to locate some friendly faces out there, those people who seem to be nodding and in general getting enthusiastic about your message

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5. What are the six words that can change the way we speak?
Answer: Six words that can change the way you speak:  Make a Point; Tell a StoryThe speaker should have a point in his/her speech; rather than explain that point to   audience, He needs to have them discover it through experiencing it as part of the story he tells.
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6. Explain the power of laughter
When we laugh, we relax.   When we relax, our minds are more receptive to learning.  A speaker need not be a comedian to make people laugh. Just ask yourself what makes you laugh. Make a note of simple jokes and store them in a folder. This technique works to relax the audience during a session of serious speech. Speakers can insert these into a speech into a place where they will have the most impact.
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7. Define verbal communication.
Answer: Verbal Communication is a type of oral communication wherein the message is transmitted through the spoken words. Here the sender gives words to his/her feelings, thoughts, ideas and opinions. The speaker expresses them in the form of speeches, discussions, presentations, and conversations.
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8. Define non-verbal communication. 
Answer: Nonverbal communication includes gestures, facial expressions, and body positions. These are collectively known as "body language". This emphasizes what a person is saying. This also offers information about the emotions and attitudes of a person.
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9. Mention the various elements of nonverbal communication. 
Answer:
1.Facial Expressions. Facial expressions are universal across all cultures and nationalities. They express emotions: happiness, sadness, anger, surprise, fear, and disgust to name a few.
2. Gestures. We wave, point, beckon, and use our hands when we are arguing or speaking animatedly, we express ourselves with gestures often without thinking.
3. Eye Contact. Eye contact is an important form of nonverbal communication. The way you look at someone communicates interest, affection, hostility, or attraction. Eye contact is also important in maintaining the flow of conversation and for gauging the other person's response.
4. Gestures. We wave, point, beckon, and use our hands when we are arguing or speaking animatedly, we express ourselves with gestures often without thinking. However, the meaning of gestures can be very different across cultures and regions, so it is important to be careful to avoid misinterpretation.

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10. Explain the terms postures and gestures in short. 
Answer:
 a) Body Movements and Posture. This includes the way a person stands, the style in which a person walks, even simple things such as the way a person holds his or her head all convey an unspoken message.
b) Gestures. We wave, point, beckon, and use our hands when we are arguing or speaking animatedly, we express ourselves with gestures often without thinking. However, the meaning of gestures can be very different across cultures and regions, so it is important to be careful to avoid misinterpretation.
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