INSPIRATIONAL SPEECH CHECK LIST

• I have selected a topic that involves one or more cultural values or virtues or a person, group, organization, or endeavor that embodies these ideals.
• My topic, while entertaining, is not so light as to be flippant or without value to my audience.
• I have clearly stated the purpose of my speech as hoping to magnify a heroic ideal and inspire the audience to identify with it.
• My thesis statement has been clearly articulated in one complete declarative sentence.
• My introduction gains attention and interest, and establishes my credibility.
• I have adequate supporting material for my main points, and this rational or dramatic material clearly demonstrates that I have researched my subject responsibly.
• My assertions are ethical in that I have not overstated my case nor exaggerated the facts. My language is not offensive or demeaning to any person or group.
• My conclusion contains a summary that recaps my message and concluding remarks that reflect on the significance of the thesis.
• My presentation has been extemporaneous, using language appropriate to an oral style.
• I have practiced in the Speech Lab and turned in all necessary planning and evaluation sheets.

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