Chapter TwentySeven Special Occasion Speeches Chapter TwentySeven Table

Chapter Twenty-Seven Special Occasion Speeches

Chapter Twenty-Seven Table of Contents z. Functions of Special Occasion Speeches z. Types of Special Occasion Speeches

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches z. Special occasion speech: a speech prepared for a specific occasion and for a purpose dictated by that event

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches z. Entertainment z. Celebration z. Commemoration z. Inspiration z. Social Agenda Setting

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Entertainment z. The main purpose is to entertain. z. Listeners expect a lighthearted speech that amuses them.

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Celebration z Recognize the person(s) or event being celebrated. z Praise the subject of celebration and cast him or her in a positive light.

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Commemoration z. To remember by ceremony a notable person, place, or event z. Occur on important anniversaries

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Inspiration z. Inspire audiences as well as pay homage to the person or event being commemorated.

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Social Agenda Setting z. Establishing or reinforcing the goals and values of the group sponsoring the event

Types of Special Occasion Speeches z. Speeches of Introduction z. Speeches of Acceptance z. Speeches of Presentation z. Roasts and Toasts z. Eulogies and Other Tributes z. After-Dinner Speeches z. Speeches of Inspiration

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Introduction z A short story that prepares the audience for the speaker and motivates them to listen.

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Introduction z. When Giving an Introduction Speech: y. Describe the speaker’s background y. Briefly preview the speaker’s topic y. Ask the audience to welcome the speaker y. Respond to introduction

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Acceptance z. A speech in which the recipient expresses gratitude, and acknowledges others who have contributed to his or her success

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Acceptance z. When Giving an Acceptance Speech: y. Prepare y. React genuinely and with humility y. Thank those giving the award y. Thank others who have helped you

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Presentation z. A speech in which the speaker communicates the meaning of the award and explains why the recipient is receiving it.

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Presentation z. When Giving a Presentation Speech: y. Convey the meaning of the award y. Talk about the recipient of the award y. Consider the physical presentation

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Roasts and Toasts z. Roast: a humorous tribute to a person, one in which a series of speakers will jokingly poke fun at him or her z. Toast: a brief tribute to a person or event being celebrated

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Roasts and Toasts z. When Roasting or Toasting: y. Prepare y. Highlight remarkable traits of the person being honored y. Be positive y. Be brief

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Eulogies and Other Tributes z. Eulogy: a tribute praising a deceased person

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Eulogies and Other Tributes z. When Delivering a Eulogy: y. Balance delivery and emotions y. Refer to the family of the deceased y. Commemorate life—not death y. Be positive but realistic

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: After-Dinner Speeches z. A lighthearted and entertaining speech delivered before, during, or after a meal

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: After-Dinner Speeches z. When Making an After-Dinner Speech: y. Recognize the occasion y. Avoid stand-up comedy y. The after-dinner speech serves as a form of social agenda setting

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Inspiration z. A speech that seeks to uplift the audience and help them see things in a positive light

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Inspiration z. When Making an Inspirational Speech: y. Use real-life stories y. Be dynamic y. Make your goal clear y. Use a distinctive organizing device y. Close with a dramatic ending