Public Speaking Foundations — Glossary

An ordered list of delegates who have requested the floor to speak during a [Moderated Caucus](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/glossary/moderated-caucus) or debate.

Using narrative techniques to engage audiences and influence attitudes or behaviors effectively.

A question posed by a delegate to the speaker during or after a speech for clarification or challenge.

Public speaking ethos establishes the speaker's [Credibility](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/glossary/credibility) and trustworthiness to enhance audience persuasion and engagement.

Organizing speeches with clear introduction, body, and conclusion to enhance clarity and audience engagement.

A procedural opportunity for a delegate to respond to statements that personally or nationally offend them during debate.

The act of a speaker giving their remaining speaking time to another delegate or the chair during [Formal Debate](https://modeldiplomat.com/learn/glossary/formal-debate).

The act of a delegate giving their remaining speaking time to another delegate or the chair during debate.

A delegate’s choice to allow other delegates to ask questions after delivering a speech within their allotted time.

The act of a delegate giving their remaining speech time to another delegate or the chair. It allows flexible use of allocated speaking periods during debate.