Speech
Writing
Let's learn how to write a speech correctly and effectively.
What
is a Speech?
A speech is a communicative form of expression of
one’s ideas/opinion on a specific topic. It may be a formal address or public
discourse.
Format
1. Address
the gathering with greetings
2. Introduce
yourself and the topic
3. Main
body
4. Closing
– Thank the audience
Marking Scheme
Format – 1 m
Content – 4 m
Expression – 5m
Total – 10 marks
Expression – accuracy
of language, grammar and spelling 2 ½
marks
Coherence and relevance
of ideas and style 2
½ marks
Points
to remember
1. Identify
the objective/purpose
2. Knowledge
of facts/statistics
3. Plan
the content.
4. Reference
to a fact, data, survey, situation or person or examples from present scenario
5. Express
your opinion/ ideas logically and coherently.
Language
specifications
1. The
language should be polite – I take the opportunity, I thank the management/the
school to give me the opportunity
2. Language
should be interactive and interesting.
3. Use
direct language – Take the pledge, Wake up before it is too late
4. Use
the pronouns – I, you and we
5. Use
modal auxiliaries – will, should, must, need to, ought to
6. Use
Present Tense – Simple Present or present Continuous
7. Emotive
language – pathos, humour etc.
8. Rhetorical
questions – Have you ever thought of it? How many of you pick a wrapper lying
as soon as you notice?
9. Direct suggestions – We must act now?
10.
Hypothetical
conditions based on facts.
11.
Use
of correct punctuation marks – , ! ? ;
How
to Write a Speech
Opening
Paragraph – Opening with a quotation, slogan, saying
or any question, greetings, address, introducing self and topic
Introductory
Paragraph – reference to the facts, figures or development of
the matter, introduction to the topic
II
Paragraph – Reasons/problems, details or other factors associated
with the topic/issue
III
Paragraph – warnings, measures, personal opinion or other
relevant steps
Closing
Paragraph – appeal to bring desirable change, thanks
Sample Speeches
Q.
You are Kajal/Kamal. Write a speech to be delivered in a seminar on adverse
effects of gadgets and machines in about 150-200 words. 10 marks
Are
We Making Ourselves Slaves to Machines?
Good morning esteemed
guests and galaxy of intellectuals!
I am Kajal/Kamal and I wish
to express my views on ‘Are we making ourselves slaves to machines’? I completely agree that we have become so
dependent upon machines that our life would come to a standstill without
them.
Science and technology
have transformed the life style of modern man to a great extent. Right from the
time we rise to the time we go to sleep we depend on various appliances and
machines. Refrigerator, car, air conditioner, washing machine, etc. have
already become irreplaceable with the excuse of saving time and energy owing to
our fast life. Now, with the advent of mobile phones and Computers the life has
become worse. I must tell you a very interesting fact that mobile phones and
computers were invented to save our time and improve our efficiency. Is it
really happening? All of us know the answer. Unscrupulous use of machines leads
to only decline and depreciation.
Where are we going? I
think the situation has already become alarming. I really shudder to think of
the day the gadgets would be attached to our body and it would be difficult for
us to even breathe freely. Too much dependence on the electric appliances and
electronic gadgets is not only harmful for our physical and mental health but
it is hazardous for our environment, too.
Advancement in science
and technology has really helped the mankind to take a giant leap forward to the
civilization. But we should set our preferences and know our limits. After all,
the man is the noblest creation of God. Hence, he can think of his good,
himself.
Let’s imagine a day
without electricity, mobile phones and computers. If we panic to imagine a day
without them, we are heading towards disaster. We feel miserable without them
because we are so much used to them. We must pause and ponder over where we are
going and where we must put brakes.
Thank you.
Q.
In order to promote reading habits among the students your class is conducting
a special assembly on ‘Importance of Books’. You are Ravi/Rani. Draft a speech to be
delivered in the morning assembly in about 150-200 words. 10
marks
Books
Empower Us
“Some books are tasted,
others are to be swallowed and some few to be chewed and digested”. – Francis Bacon
Good morning honourable Principal, worthy teachers and dear friends!
My name is Ravi/Rani
and I take this opportunity to share my views on significance of books in a student’s life. Wait, why only a student,
actually in everyone’s life. Some great person has said, “Books are our best
friends.” In fact, great people are great because books have been their
companions.
God literature can transport us into another world. A magazine can equip us with brilliant ideas. A well-read person is ready to tackle any challenge he faces in life. We might lose everything else—our job, money, even friends and family but the gift of knowledge can never be snatched from us.
Benefits of reading
books are innumerable. A well-written
work will definitely improve our writing skill. Furthermore, the books will also improve our brain power
and retention of memory as while reading books and making notes we are put to
critical and analytical thinking. The more we read, the more enriched we are.
God literature can transport us into another world. A magazine can equip us with brilliant ideas. A well-read person is ready to tackle any challenge he faces in life. We might lose everything else—our job, money, even friends and family but the gift of knowledge can never be snatched from us.
Undoubtedly, books are the storehouse of knowledge and source of education and empowerment. But, today in the era of internet and computers it has become a challenge for the teachers and parents to inculcate reading habits among the children. I hope we all will face this challenge and return to the world of books which would eventually empower us.
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