“A speech should be like a
kite, designs are no use
if it cannot fly”
1. Think of at least 3 benefits of using speeches
by famous figures, in the classroom.
a. Speeches will be
motivational.
b. Students will gain
confidence by role-modeling.
c. The speeches are good
examples because they are usually well organized.
2. Go to www.youtube.com and find the audio-visual on the speech. In not less than 50 words, state would the audio-visual be of any use in helping understand the speech better? State your reasons.
I think that the speech in audio-visual will be able to help in
understanding it better. This is because of the visuals that it showed will
give the audiences a clue. Some audio-visuals may have subtitles and it will
help the understanding, too. However, a good audio-visual must be in high
quality and the sound must be clear. Unless, we have the best system, then only
it is possible. Other than that, the pronunciation must also be clear. Some of
the students are facing problem getting use to the accent. Well, we can’t
guarantee the sound system in the school, too. Sometimes, students find it difficult
to understand the speech delivered live due to poor sound system.
3. Who is Martin Luther King?
Martin
Luther King Jr. was an American priest, protester, and famous leader in the African-American
Civil Rights Movement. He is also best known for his character in
the advancement of civil rights in the United States and
around the world, using non-violent methods following the teachings of Gandhi.
He has become a national icon in the history of modern American liberalism.
4. Based on the questions below, analyse the features of the given written speech:
a. What is the purpose of the speech?
The
speech “I have a dream” pointed out the racial inequality and discrimination to
the African – Americans. He appealed to people for peace. It was his hope that
people no longer fight for freedom because the fights are violent and many incidents
made their hatred grew. He yearned to see peace immediately.
b. What is the tone of the speech?
King used a persuasive tone. There are also repetitive words
throughout his speech.
c. What interesting major feature(s) can you see from the speech? (i.e.Repetition of phrases, emphasis on certain things said etc)
The use of anaphora and key themes.
d. Any interesting facts that you can gather based on the background of the speech?
The anaphora and the key themes remind audience about what the
speaker is conveying. Sometimes, after a long speech, audience (including
myself) tends to forget the main point of the speech.
5. Suggest a while-reading activity that can be derived from this particular speech.
Identify the anaphora in the text.
