Speech # 1

Informative Speech

An informative Speech provides:

an audience with new informationan audience with a new way of thinking about the topican audience with objects relating to the subject matteran audience with increased knowledge on a particular topic

 A Hobby is:a regular activity that is done for pleasure, typically during one’s leisure time and will have a positive impact on one’s mind, body and spirit. Hobbies can include collecting themed items and objects, engaging in creative and artistic pursuits, playing sports, or pursuing other amusements. By continually participating in a particular hobby, one can acquire substantial skill and knowledge in that area.

What Are Your Hobbies?

Sample Hobby Speeches

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PHASE ONE: CICERO ARTS

Invention—focuses on what you want to say Arrangement—organize your ideas Style—examines the language that you use

Major Speech PartsIntroduction

Arouse the audience members’ attention with a quotation, question or short story

Introduce yourself (Name) Greeting Clearly state the thesis at the end of

the introduction

ATTENTION-GETTERS

An attention-getter is a good way to start off an introduction. You want to make it something that will interest your audience and get their attention.

Attention Getters• Question• Quote • Quick Story • Define

Thesis/Intro

Greeting

Intro

Name

Thesis

Attention Getter

Introduction“For me, yoga is not just a workout --- it’s about working on yourself.” This quote comes from a world renowned yogi, Mary Glover. Good afternoon class, my name is Breanna Smith, and I agree with Mary’s statement. Yoga helps me to strengthen my mind so that I can keep a positive attitude during stressful situations. Along with yoga, my other hobbies help me to find my serenity. My hobbies are running, working out, and of course, yoga.

Body Use Transitions Focus on Detail Create additional Attention Getters Give examples Make Audience feel like they are a

part of your discussion

Before starting the hectic day that lies ahead, it’s always nice to go for a quick run. You begin by stretching out your legs and torso, because pulling a muscle is no joke, trust me. Once I’m all loosened up, I go outside to begin jogging. I’m just starting out, I have my headphones in, and all I can concentrate on is the feeling of one foot hitting the pavement after the other. Speeding up, I can feel the wind on my face and the smells of nature are surrounding me. The freshly cut grass, the dew left from the following night, and because I live near the ocean, the salt water on the cool morning breeze. To clear my mind of everything going on in my life, I focus on my breathing; in through my nose, out through my mouth. Before I know it, it’s time to start making my way back home and getting ready to start the day.

Conclusion Restate the thesis Leave Audience with something to

think about/attention getter Say Thank You Show Objects/Demonstration Be prepared to answer questions

These three simple hobbies help me to keep my head clear and stress level to a minimum. By starting my day running, and then working out after the stress has built up, ending with yoga to put my body and soul at ease; I believe I have a pretty great system. Working out is more than just wanting a better body, and yoga is more than just stretching and breathing. Both of these activities help me to reach my serenity. So, with that being said, I want to end by saying thank you, and remember “We can be serene even in the midst of calamities and, by our serenity, make others more tranquil.”

PHASE TWO: CICERO ARTS

Memory-importance of practicing the speech

Delivery-how it is presented to the audience

Memory Editing ProcessRead Your Draft & Edit

25 TimesThis process will allow you to become more familiar with speech as well as creating a solid written structure

Posture & Body Language It is important to consider your body language

and the message that it conveys. In general, you should practice standing with a relaxed upright posture. Your hands should be at your sides or clasped in front of you, unless you are making a gesture to emphasize a point. Become aware of your facial expressions as well; they should match the message you are delivering.

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DELIVERY Speak slowly and deliberately; it should

seem too slow to you Pause between ideas Carefully articulate and pronounce your

words Avoid filler sounds like "Um" and "ah" Vary the pitch and volume of your voice to

add interest

End a Speech with a Strong Summary

Leading speakers end their speeches like the opera star—on a high note, vocally and intellectually. Just as the comedian should leave ‘em laughing, the speaker should leave ‘em thinking. Last words linger. Last words crystallize your thoughts, galvanize your message, and mobilize your audience.

Conclusion Restate the thesis Leave Audience with something to

think about/attention getter Say Thank You Show Objects/Demonstration Be prepared to answer questions