His speech had a great impression on the audience.
His speech swayed the audience.
The audience were fascinated by his speech.
His speech participated of humor.
His speech made a deep impression on the audience.
His personality comes out clearly in his speech.
The speech made a deep impression on the audience.
The audience was [were] listening attentively to the speaker.
His speech left a strong impression in the public mind.
The audience was deeply moved by his passionate appeal.
His speech was not persuasive [convincing] enough.
The audience was impressed by his profound lecture.