Impromptu Speech
Name:__________________________________ Unique ID ________________
Topic:________________________________________________________________
Introduction – 10 points Comments
Gained attention NW A AA E
Introduced topic/thesis clearly NW A AA E
Related topic to audience NW A AA E
Previewed body of speech NW A AA E
Body – 15 points
Main points clear NW A AA E
Main points supported NW A AA E
High quality organization NW A AA E
Language is grammatical, clear & appropriate NW A AA E
Connectives/transitions effective NW A AA E
High quality critical thinking & content NW A AA E
Conclusion – 5 points
Summary effective NW A AA E
Creative and/or memorable closing
thoughts/appropriate closure NW A AA E
Delivery – 20 points
Volume NW A AA E
Eye contact NW A AA E
Avoided distracting mannerisms & verbal fillers NW A AA E
Clear articulation NW A AA E
Gestures/movement NW A AA E
Poised and confident NW A AA E
Enthusiasm, vocal variety and inflection NW A AA E
Used note cards effectively NW A AA E
Effective extemporaneous delivery NW A AA E
Delivery rate NW A AA E
Overall
Met assignment NW A AA E
Fit time limit NW A AA E Time_______________
Held interest of audience NW A AA E
Note cards NW A AA E
Began/finished speech without rushing NW A AA E
Key: NW=Needs work, A=Average, AA=Above average, E=Excellent
Total Points Awarded_____________________ Total Possible____________________