Section 5
Types of Public Speeches
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Informative Speeches
An informative speech involves a knowledgeable speaker transferring some of their knowledge to their audience.
Persuasive Speeches
In a persuasive speech, a speaker attempts to persuade the audience to adopt his/her position in relation to a topic.
Informative vs. Persuasive Speeches
Many speeches will contain elements of both informative and persuasive speeches.
Speeches for Special Occasions
Some special occasions require speeches that are different than speeches aimed at informing or persuading audiences.