Republic of the Philippines
Department of Education
Self-Learning Module (SLM)
English – Speech, Speech According to Purpose, Delivery, and Speech Style
Quarter: ____ | Grade Level: ____ | Week: ____
Introductory Message
This Self-Learning Module (SLM) will help you understand the different aspects of Speech, its purposes,
methods of delivery, and styles. The goal is for you to become more confident and effective when speaking in
various situations.
Learning Competencies:
• Define speech and explain its importance in communication.
• Identify and differentiate the purposes of speech.
• Recognize the different methods of speech delivery.
• Distinguish the types of speech style and their appropriate uses.
What I Know (Pre-Test)
1 Which type of speech aims to inform the audience about a topic? (a. Persuasive b. Informative c.
Entertainment d. Motivational)
2 Which method of delivery involves reading from a written manuscript? (a. Impromptu b. Memorized c.
Manuscript d. Extemporaneous)
3 Which speech style is used between close friends? (a. Casual b. Consultative c. Formal d. Intimate)
Lesson 1: Speech
Speech is the process of expressing thoughts, ideas, and feelings through spoken words. It is a powerful tool
for influencing others, sharing information, and building relationships.
Importance of Speech:
• Builds connection with the audience
• Shares ideas effectively
• Influences decisions
• Expresses emotions
Lesson 2: Speech According to Purpose
• Informative Speech – To provide facts, data, or knowledge. Example: 'The History of Philippine
Literature' lecture.
• Persuasive Speech – To convince or influence the audience. Example: Campaign speech on
environmental protection.
• Entertainment Speech – To amuse or engage the audience. Example: Stand-up comedy or humorous
storytelling.
Lesson 3: Methods of Speech Delivery
• Manuscript – Reading a written speech word-for-word. Advantage: Exact wording; Disadvantage: Less
eye contact.
• Memorized – Reciting from memory. Advantage: No need to read; Disadvantage: Risk of forgetting lines.
• Impromptu – Speaking without preparation. Advantage: Natural; Disadvantage: Less organized.
• Extemporaneous – Speaking with preparation but without memorizing word-for-word. Advantage:
Flexible; Disadvantage: Needs practice.
Lesson 4: Speech Styles
• Intimate – Used with close relationships.
• Casual – Used among friends.
• Consultative – Semi-formal (teacher–student).
• Formal – Formal settings (speeches, official meetings).
• Frozen – Fixed and unchanging (pledges, national anthems).
Activity 1: Match It Up!
Match the example to the correct speech purpose:
1 “How to Plant Rice” seminar → ______
2 A comedian’s performance → ______
3 A debate speech on banning plastic → ______
Activity 2: Quick Practice
You are the class president. Deliver a 30-second speech to welcome parents during the school program.
Indicate your speech purpose, delivery method, and style.
Assessment
1 Which speech delivery is most conversational and allows flexibility? (a. Manuscript b. Memorized c.
Impromptu d. Extemporaneous)
2 Which speech style is used in a wedding vow? (a. Casual b. Intimate c. Formal d. Frozen)
Reflection
I learned that speech is important because _______________________________. I can improve my speech
skills by _______________________________.