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Informative Speech

What is an Informative Speech?

An informative speech is one where the speaker intends to educate their audience on a specific topic. The goal of such a speech is to take complex subject matter and present information that allows the audience to better understand the topic. The speaker ultimately provides knowledge that is especially useful or interesting.

General examples of informative speeches include the following:

  • The impact of the Great Depression on farmers (history)
  • Shakespeare in modern media (literature)
  • Rise of social media (social trends)
  • Impact of streaming services (TV and film)
  • History of the electoral college (politics)
  • Evolution of the computer (technology)
  • Background of Title IV (sports)

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