Types Of Speeches-dr. Kimberly Handy

Listen to students give a speech. Write a paragraph on what you saw and what impression it made on you. 

On September 18, 2007, computer science professor Randy Pausch stepped in front of an audience of 400 people at Carnegie Mellon University to deliver a last lecture called “Really Achieving Your Childhood Dreams.” With slides of his CT scans beaming out to the audience, Randy told his audience about the cancer that is devouring his pancreas and that will claim his life in a matter of months. On the stage that day, Randy was youthful, energetic, handsome, often cheerfully, darkly funny. He seemed invincible. But this was a brief moment, as he himself acknowledged.   Randy’s lecture has become a phenomenon, as has the book he wrote based on the same principles, celebrating the dreams we all strive to make realities. Sadly, Randy lost his battle to pancreatic cancer on July 25th, 2008, but his legacy will continue to inspire us all, for generations to come. http://www.thelastlecture.com/

As the President of the United States it is my responsibility to keep you informed about the state of the country's economy.

Which of the following is an example of an informational speech?

Jim is my best friend, so I don't know why he chose me to give the toast today. I have so many funny stories to tell that this birthday celebration may turn into a roast.

Parents should send their children away to boarding school during their high school years. Students will get the opportunity to learn responsibility. Parents will begin to respect the independence of their children. Lastly, boarding school teaches students how to think more critically without the crutch of their familiar surroundinds.

Which of the following is not an example of a demonstrative speech.

Before you cook your pasta, be sure to add a teaspoon of vegetable oil in your pot of water.