Which type of speech is completely memorized?

• A. Impromptu
• B. Extemporaneous
• C. Memorized
• D. Manuscripted

Answer: (C)

The idea being tested is delivering a speech from memory with no prompts. A completely memorized speech means you have learned every word and structure by heart and present it without using notes or a manuscript. This makes eye contact and rhythm more fluid, but it requires thorough practice to avoid forgetting lines or sounding robotic. The other delivery styles involve some form of aid or spontaneity: impromptu is without prep, extemporaneous uses a brief outline or notes during delivery, and manuscripted is read verbatim from a written script. Since the prompt describes a speech that is entirely committed to memory and delivered without notes, the best match is a memorized speech.