153 Objectives and Outline
Chapter Objectives:
After reading this chapter, you should be able to:
- Define and give an example of epideictic oratory
- Explain the main purpose of special occasion speaking
- Identify the eight main types of special occasion speeches and the key components of each of these speeches.
- Understand the basic guidelines for delivering special occasion speeches
- Prepare and present the various types of special occasion speeches
Chapter Outline:
- Introduction
- Background of Special Occasion Speaking
- Epideictic Oratory
- Purpose of Special Occasion Speaking
- Types of Special Occasion Speeches o Speech of Introduction o Toast and Roast
- Speech to Present an Award
- Acceptance Speech
- Keynote Address o Commencement Speech
- Commemorative Speeches and Tributes
- After-Dinner Speech
- General Guidelines for Special Occasion Speeches
- Keeping the Speech Short
- Acknowledging the Obvious
- Staying Positive
- Using Humor
- Conclusion
- Review Questions and Activities
- Glossary
- References
