Impromptu Speech

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____________________