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Special events present special speaking opportunities. This manual provides instruction in giving toasts, speaking in praise/giving a eulogy, roasting someone and presenting and accepting awards. |
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| 1. Mastering the Toast |
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2-3 minutes |
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Objectives: |
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Recognize the characteristics of a toast. |
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Present a toast honoring an occasion or person. |
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| 2. Speaking in Praise |
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Time: |
5-7 minutes |
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Objectives: |
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Prepare a speech praising or honoring someone, either living or |
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dead. |
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Address five areas concerning the individual and his/her |
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accomplishments. |
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Include anecdotes illustrating points within the speech. |
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| 3. The Roast |
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Time: |
3-5 minutes |
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Objectives: |
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Poke fun at a particular individual in a good-natured way. |
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Adapt and personalize humorous material from other sources. |
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Deliver jokes and humorous stories effectively. |
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| 4. Presenting an Award |
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3-4 minutes |
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Objectives: |
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Present an award with dignity and grace. |
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Acknowledge the contributions of the recipient. |
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| 5. Accepting an Award |
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Time: |
5-7 minutes |
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Objectives: |
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Accept an award with dignity, grace and sincerity. |
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Acknowledge the presenting organization. |
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Note: Some presentations may require additional time for question-and-answer periods. |
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