SHS

Oral Communication
in Context
Semester 1 – Quarter 1 - Module 5:
Distinguishing Types of Speeches and
Speech Style
Lesson 1: Types of Speech Style
Quarter 1 – Module 5
Lesson 1 Types of Speech Style

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 Oral Communication in Context
Module

MELC 5-Q1: Distinguishing types of speeches and speech

style

First Semester, Module 5

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 INTRODUCTION

You know how important communication is to our lives. Through television, radio,
internet, and other forms of media; information can be transferred from one source to
multiple receivers, but it can also be just for the people around you, your friends, and
your family and even to yourself.
With the varied destination and purpose of communication, it is important to
know what speech styles and contexts you can use to deliver your message
successfully. This is the very reason why we have specifically made this lesson for
you so that you will learn some tips on how to use different speech styles to
effectively communicate with others and to yourself.

Welcome to Module 5 Lesson 1 of Oral

Communication in Context! We will continue
our journey through fun and engaging learning.
I know you are excited so let us get started!

This module aims to provide you different activities and discussions on how to:
• identify and distinguish the different Speech Styles;
• reflect on your learning on the types of speech styles.

Before we proceed to the core of our discussion, please

try to answer the task below. This task will give you an
overview of the words that you will encounter along the
way. This will also activate your prior knowledge and will
improve your vocabulary. Make sure to finish this task.
Good Luck!

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 Activity 1: MATCH THEM UP!
Matching type: Match the words found in Column A to their respective meaning
found in Column B. Write only the letter of your answer on the space provided.

Column B

A. A type of language that consists of words and phrases that are

Column A regarded as very informal, are more common in speech than in
__________1. Jargon writing, and are typically restricted to a particular context or group
of people.
__________2. Casual
B. A talk on a religious or moral subject, especially one given
__________3. Consultative during a church service and based on a passage from the Bible.
__________4. Slang C. It is done in accordance with rules of convention or etiquette;
suitable for or constituting an official or important situation or
__________5. Sermons
occasion.
D. These are special words or expressions that are used by a
particular profession or group and are difficult for others to
understand.
E. It is relaxed and unconcerned.

F. This is intended to give professional advice or

recommendations.

Well done! Now that you have finished the vocabulary activity,
here is a short test to evaluate if you have already an idea
about the lesson.

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 Activity 2: Check your Knowledge

Directions: Choose the letter that corresponds to your answer. Write your answer in
your notebook.

1. Professional or mutually acceptable language is a must in this style of speech.

A. Consultative B. Formal C. Intimate

2. It is private, which occurs between or among close family members or individuals.

A. Consultative B. Frozen C. Intimate

3. This speech style is common among peers and friends.

A. Casual B. Consultative C. Formal

4. Identify the type of speech style appropriate for this situation, delivering a speech
at the UN Summit.
A. Casual B. Consultative C. Formal

5. Among the speech styles, it is the standard one.

A. Consultative B. Formal C. Frozen

I think you are now ready to take on the challenge! After

answering the Pre-test we have prepared a series of activities
and discussions for you to understand the different speech
styles.

LEARNING AND PROCESS ACTIVITIES

Activity 3: Word Web

Write as many words that you can associate with the words in the middle of the web.

INTIMATE

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 CASUAL

CONSULTATIVE

FORMAL

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 FROZEN

Activity 3: READ AND LEARN: Types of Speech Style

The context dictates and affects the way people communicate, which results in
various speech styles. According to Joos (1968), there are five speech styles. These
are (1) intimate, (2) casual, (3) consultative, (4) formal, and (5) frozen. Each style
tells what appropriate language or vocabulary should be used or observed.

1. Intimate – This style is private, which occurs between or among close family
members or individuals. The language used in this style may not be shared in public.

2. Casual – This style is common among peers and friends. Jargon, slang, or the
vernacular language are used.

3. Consultative – This style is the standard one. Professional or mutually acceptable

language is a must in this style. Examples of situations are communication between
teachers and students, employers and employees, doctor and patient, judge and
lawyer, or President and his/her constituents.

4. Formal – This style is used in formal settings. Unlike the consultative style, this is
one-way. Examples are sermons by priests and ministers, State of the Nation
Address of the President, formal speeches, or pronouncements by judges.

5. Frozen – This style is “frozen” in time and remains unchanged. It mostly occurs in
ceremonies. Common examples are the Preamble to the Constitution, Lord’s Prayer,
and Allegiance to country or flag.

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Activity 4: Recognize it!

Identify the type of speech style appropriate for the following situations. In your
notebook, write your answer before the number.

_______________1. talking to a counselor or psychiatrist

_______________2. giving last-minute instructions to players
_______________3. delivering campaign speeches
_______________4. delivering a speech at the UN Summit
_______________5. delivering news reports
_______________6. talking and laughing about memorable experiences
_______________7. communicating while playing sports
_______________8. having a one-on-one conversation with a loved one
_______________9. delivering an oratorical speech
_______________10. leading a prayer before meal
_______________11. reading school policies
_______________12. talking to a superior
_______________13. reading pledge of allegiance to the flag
_______________14. talking to a stranger
_______________15. inquiring at a hotel

Congratulations! You did a great job in the activities you answered.

Answer the other activities to further evaluate your learning. Good
luck!

Activity 4: Recall

Write in bullet points why appropriate language should be observed in

using a particular speech style. Use the space below.

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Activity 5: Lets’ Reflect
Reflect on what you have learned after taking up this lesson by completing the chart
below.

What were your

I thought…
thoughts or
ideas
about the
Speech Styles
prior to
the discussion
of this lesson?
POST TEST
TEST

What new or
s lesson?
I learned that…
additional ideas
did you learn
after taking up
the lesson?

TEST

Activity 6: Write it!

Make a short original script which employs the various speech styles.
Choose at least three (3) among the situations listed below.
A. first day of class D. class suspension
B. examination week E. weekend
C. effects of Facebook addiction

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 Rubric for Original Script Writing
Score 1 2 3 4
The final draft There is There are There are no
has many more than a few grammar,
grammar, few grammar, capitalization,
capitalization, grammar, capitalization, spelling, or
Conventions spelling, and capitalization, spelling, or punctuation
punctuation spelling, or punctuation errors in the
errors. punctuation errors in the final draft.
errors in the final draft.
final draft.

Ideas and The plot is a The plot is The story is

scenes seem little hard to well very well
to be follow. The organized. organized.
randomly transitions One idea or One idea or
Organization
arranged. are scene may scene follows
and Clarity
sometimes seem out of another in a
not clear. place. Clear logical
transitions sequence
are used. with clear
transitions.
Hard to follow Dialogue is Dialogue is Dialogue is
what choppy and acceptable, well
character is not well but could be developed
speaking. developed. more varied and varied.
Minimal effort It is clear in structure.
is put into which It is always
Dialogue conversations. character is clear which
It is usually speaking. character is
clear which speaking.
character is
speaking.

Total:

POST TEST

ACTIVITY 10. ASSESS WHAT YOU HAVE LEARNED

Directions: Choose the letter that corresponds to your answer.

1. Leading a prayer before meal is an example of

A. Formal B. Frozen C. Intimate
2. The following situations use formal speech style except:
A. Lord’s Prayer
B. Pronouncement by judges
C. Sermons by priests

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3. Jargon, slang or the vernacular language are not acceptable in the casual style.
A. True B. False

4. The language used in this style may not be shared in public.

A. Casual B. Consultative C. Intimate

5. This style remains unchanged and mostly occurs in ceremonies.

A. Casual B. Consultative C. Frozen

Are you up for some extra challenge? Check out

your assignment.

ASSIGNMENT

Find any member of the family in your home and share

what you have learner in this lesson. Ask him/her if what are the different
Speech Styles he/she has used before. Have a video/audio recording of the
interview if possible. If video and audio device is not available, you can jot down
important points from the interview and submit it to your teacher together with this
module.

CLICK AND LEARN!

Here are some suggested videos to watch to supplement your learning of the
lessons discussed in this module. Click and learn more!

Communication Skills Self-Assessment Exercise

• http://relationships101.org/poor-communication/building-effective-
interpersonal-communication-skill-self-assessment-exercise

Well done! Congratulations for finishing this

module. See you in the next! Bye for now!

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This part is for the teacher’s eyes only.
Activity 1: Vocabulary List
1.d
2.e
3.f
4.a
5.b
Activity 2: Check your Knowledge
1.b
2.c
3.a
4.c
5.b
Activity 8: Recognize it!
1. consultative 6. Intimate 11. frozen
2. casual 7. Casual 12. consultative
3. formal 8. Intimate 13. frozen
4. formal 9. Frozen 14. casual
5. formal 10. Frozen 15. casual
Activity 10. Assess what you have learned
1. C 2. A 3. B 4. C 5. C
ANSWER KEY
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