Speech Critical Analysis and Review
Definition of SPEECH for this assignment
1. Video includes a real human body that can be seen moving as well as speaking.
2. CANNOT be merely a video/audio clip of someone’s voice.
3. Needs to be a “real life” speech and not from a film or movie. We do not want “professional speakers” per se although a Ted Talk speaker would be fine.
Provide the NAME & url for the speech reviewed here:
What is the topic of the speech?
What is the speaker’s general and then specific purpose? General purpose = Persuade, Inform, Entertain. Specific Purpose = is directly linked to the topic/central idea of the speech and the particular audience.
HIGHLIGHT with background color-Which of the following methods of gaining interest and attention does the speaker use in the introduction?
¨ Relate the topic to the audience ¨ State the importance of the topic
¨ Startle the audience ¨ Arouse the curiosity of the audience
¨ Question the audience ¨ Begin with a quotation
¨ Tell a story ¨ Refer to the occasion
¨ Invite audience participation ¨ Use visual or audio aids
¨ Refer to a previous speaker ¨ Begin with humor
Does the speaker include a central idea/thesis that previews the main points of the speech in the introduction? State the central idea/thesis to show that they understand the definition of this concept. (PLEASE: read definition of CENTRAL IDEA before posting. A topic and an central idea/thesis are NOT the same thing. The CENTRAL IDEA is connected to the main points of the speech).
List the main points developed in the body of the speech.
Are the speaker’s main points clear and easy to follow throughout the speech? Why or why not? Explain the response/rationale for answer. (Do NOT just answer YES or NO).
Does the speaker use a transition/signpost or other connective between each main point of the speech?
Please list a minimum of one used in speech if they are present (FYI – they SHOULD be present). Show that they understand the definition/concept of transitions/signposts in his or hers answer.
HIGHLIGHT with background color – Which of the following methods of referring to the central idea (thesis) does the speaker use in the conclusion?
Restate the main points ¨ End with a quotation
¨ Make a dramatic statement ¨ Refer to the introduction
