What makes Miss Bates' speech an example of being GARRULOUS? Can you think of a character from another book or movie who is garrulous? How do you usually respond when someone is being garrulous?

How does a VOCIFEROUS speaker compensate for a lack of content? In what situations might someone choose to be vociferous? What does "somniferous" mean? Define "insomnia". Explain the meaning of "somnolent." What is "somnambulism"?

How do VERBOSE speakers affect their listeners? Why might someone use more words than necessary? What strategies can you use to avoid being verbose in your communication?

Can you describe a situation where someone’s LOQUACITY was overwhelming? How can someone manage a conversation with a loquacious person? Give examples of COLLOQUIAL expressions. Explain the meaning of CIRCUMLOCUTION.

Why might someone’s speech be considered BANAL? How can they improve their speech to avoid being banal?

How do TACITURN individuals differ from good listeners in a conversation? Can you think of a situation where someone might choose to be taciturn?

How does a COGENT argument affect its audience? What qualities are associated with cogency? How can you improve your ability to be cogent in your own speech?

Describe the anecdote about Calvin Coolidge that illustrates the meaning of "LACONIC." How does the example of the man at the lunch counter (“Will you eat it here, or take it with you?” “Both.”) illustrate the meaning of "laconic"?

What emotions might cause a person to become INARTICULATE? How can we support someone who is struggling to articulate their feelings? Give an example of magniloquent or grandiloquent language. Describe the qualities of an eloquent person.

Why might listening to a VOLUBLE speaker be astonishing? Have you ever known someone who is voluble? Describe how they communicate. What are the advantages and disadvantages of being voluble?