Chapter 2 Selecting a Topic Criteria for choosing

Chapter 2 Selecting a Topic ØCriteria for choosing a topic ØPurpose of speaking ØAnalysis of Gandhi’s speech

2. 1 Criteria for choosing a topic Appealing to the Speaker ØAm I really interested in this topic? ØDo I have much knowledge regarding the topic? ØWhat is the controversial issue?

Appealing to the Audience ØDoes my topic have a universal appeal to my audience? ØIs the chosen topic a hot issue that attracts most of the people present? ØDoes my audience have a similar educational background to mine?

2. 2 Purposes of Speaking Ø to inform: to pass information, to explain concepts, etc. Ø to persuade: to express one’s opinion and try to let the audience accept it.

Informative ØAn Introduction to Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9 ØHow to Prepare for an Entrance Exam ØSome Advantages of Doing Sports

Persuasive ØThe Distinguished Features of Van Gogh’s Painting ØYoung Generation Knows Better ØEuthanasia—a Dignified Death

2. 3 Analysis of Ganhdi’s speech There is no salvation for India by Gandhi ØEnglish rather than the native language is used in India for education ØThere is a big discrepancy between the rich and the poor. ØSycophancy (奉承）and falsity （虚� ） demoralize Indian people.

Topic for Debate: The widespread use of English will harm Chinese traditional culture.

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