Special Occasion Speech
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SPECIAL OCCASION SPEECH (TRIBUTE) CRITIQUE – SPCH1315 Speaker’s Name: _______________________ Day/Time: ______________________ Speech Topic: _______________________________________________________________
INTRODUCTION
� Used appropriate attention getting device.
� Clear and concise statement of thesis.
� Clear preview of points.
/15
CONTENT / ORGANIZATION
� Had connecting transitions between points.
� Had 3-5 clear main points.
� Followed a logical organizational pattern.
� Topic was emotionally/intellectually engaging.
� Demonstrated why the person was worthy of tribute.
/30
SOURCES
� Cited a minimum of 3 sources.
� Correctly cited the complete source.
� Sources used were credible.
/10
PRESENTATIONAL AIDS
� Visuals were legible (font size/color/etc.).
� Free of typographical and technical errors.
� Did not violate the seven-item rule.
� Used revelation when applicable.
� Met the minimum requirement for number and type.
� Used visuals appropriately.
/15
DELIVERY
� Purposeful and appropriate nonverbals.
� Does not rely on manuscript.
� Maintains appropriate eye contact.
� Speech is free of hesitations / disfluencies.
� Appropriate attire.
/10
CONCLUSION
� Summarized the main points.
� Restated the thesis.
� Clinched the speech with memorable device.
/15
TIME LIMIT
� Met appropriate time requirements. _________ /5
OVERALL COMMENTS: TOTAL SCORE: __________