Special Occasion Speech

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SPCH1315-TributeSpeechCritique.pdf

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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TIME LIMIT

� Met appropriate time requirements. _________ /5

OVERALL COMMENTS: TOTAL SCORE: __________