reading assignment

Reading Assignment:  Informative Speaking (Chpt 11)

Online Assignment:  Submission should be at least one page and no more than two pages.

PART 1:  There are many characteristics that make EFFECTIVE and INEFFECTIVE public speakers.  Based on your understanding, (1) list the characteristics that you feel make an effective and ineffective public speaker, and (2) explain what you believe to be the four most important characteristics of both, explain why.

PART 2:  Attached are two sample speeches.  Examine the two speeches (Tap, Tap, Tap and Third-Culture Kid) and select only ONE speech to assess by answering the following questions:

1. How does the opening paragraph gain the attention of the audience, introduce the subject of the speech, and preview the main points to be discussed in the body?

2. How clearly is the body of the speech organized?  What does the speaker do to help listeners follow the progression of ideas?

3. How does the speaker conclude?  Does the conclusion reinforce the central theme of the speech?