Chapter 18: Speaking on Special Occasions

speeches of introduction

-be brief -make sure your remarks are completely accurate -adapt your remarks to the occasion -adapt your remarks to the main speaker -adapt your remarks to the audience -try to create a sense of anticipation and drama

commemorative speeches

-eulogies, 4th of July speeches, and dedications are examples -give the audience information about your subject -use examples and testimonies -express feelings and stir sentiments -utilize imagery and other figurative language

speeches of presentation

-main purpose is to tell the audience why the recipient is receiving the award -point out his or her contributions -focus on achievements

speeches of acceptance

-thank the people who are bestowing the award and the people who helped you gain it

acceptance speech

a speech that gives thanks for a gift, an award, or some other form of public recognition

speech of introduction

a speech that introduces the main speaker to the audience

commemorative speech

a speech that pays tribute to a person, a group of people, an institution, or an idea

speech of presentation

a speech that presents someone a gift, an award, or some other form of public recognition