Download Advanced Communication Series: Special Occasion Speeches Assignments and more Study notes Communication in PDF only on Docsity! ADVANCED COMMUNICATION SERIES SPECIAL OCCASION SPEECHES Assignment #1: MASTERING THE TOAST Objectives • Recognize the characteristics of a toast. • Present a toast honouring an occasion or a person. • TIME : 2 to 3 minutes Note to the Evaluator The purpose of this project is for the speaker to present a two- to three- minutes toast in honour of a person or special occasion. The toast is to be original, and the audience is to serve as the “guests” at the toast. The toast must clearly state the occasion or person being honoured and be personalized through stories, anecdotes or quotes relating to the subject. It is suggested you read the entire project before the presentation. In addition to your oral evaluation, please give written responses to the questions below. Evaluation Guide 1. How well did the speaker indicate the occasion or person being honoured? 2. Describe how effectively the speaker personalized the toast. 3. Were stories, anecdotes or quotes used? 4. How effectively did the speaker use vocal variety and eye contact in presenting the toast? 5. Was the toast appropriate for the occasion or person being honoured? ADVANCED COMMUNICATION SERIES SPECIAL OCCASION SPEECHES Assignment #2: SPEAKING IN PRAISE Objectives • Prepare a speech praising or honouring someone, either living or dead. • Address five areas concerning the individual and his/her accomplishments. • Include anecdotes illustrating points within the speech. • TIME : 5 to 7 minutes Note to the Evaluator The purpose of this project is for the speaker to present a 5 to 7 minutes speech praising a friend, relative or co-worker. The occasion – e.g., funeral, retirement banquet, anniversary or farewell party – has been selected by the speaker. The speech is to be inspirational, pointing out the qualities of the individual and the meaning of the individual’s life, as well as relating that meaning to our own lives. In addition to your oral evaluation, please give written responses to the questions below. Evaluation Guide 1. How well did the speech suit the occasion? 2. What parts of the speech were most effective? 3. How effectively did the speaker identify and illustrate the individual’s qualities, accomplishments, power and inspiration sources, and his/ her impact on society and history? 4. How did the speaker use this individual’s qualities and accomplishments to inspire the audience? 5. How well did the speaker use stories and anecdotes concerning the individual to illustrate points?
