Explain the Purpose of Using an Anecdote or Illustration in a Speech

question 9

Essay

Explain the purpose of using an anecdote or illustration in a speech introduction and provide an example of how you could use one.

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Definitions:

Koffka

Kurt Koffka, a German psychologist, was a co-founder of Gestalt psychology, which focuses on holistic perception and problem-solving.

Humanistic Theory

A psychological perspective that emphasizes the study of the whole person, looking at human behavior not only through the eyes of the observer but through the eyes of the person doing the behaving.

Existential

Pertaining to existentialism, a philosophy that emphasizes individual freedom, choice, and existence.

Cognitive

Relating to mental processes such as awareness, perception, reasoning, and judgement.