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Oral Essay
You will present an live to the class. Select one of the following topics and outline a 4-5 paragraph expository essay. While your essay may deviate from the standard five-paragraph expository format, each body paragraph must include strong points and specific proofs to support your thesis. You must submit a works cited for your proof after the presentation of your essay.
For the purposes of this project, you may use informal speech; however, it must be done purposefully, and your structure must follow the expository outline.
Note that you will be evaluated on your outline and presentation only. This being said, you do not need to write out your essay. You may also use some form of visual in your essay. A data projector will be available to you as well. If you’re going to make a powerpoint, remember the tips given in our class discussion. Finally, to save time, please bring your powerpoint on a USB key on the day of your presentation. You will be given no more than 1 minute for setup.
Potential Topics:
• If I ruled the world…
• 3 things a parent should never know…
• The best type of government is…
• The Canadian government should…
• To be a good leader, you must…
• Technology’s impact on teens…
• A healthy lifestyle involves…
• Humanity is innately…
• The best thing we can do for the environment is…
• Reinforce or transgress gender roles…
• Successful relationships depend upon…
• Other? (teacher approved)
Your oral must be 5-7 minutes in lengths. You will present an oral presentation on the presentation due date.
Outline Due Date:
Oral Essay Presentation Date:
Evaluation: Outline: Oral: Total:
|Criteria |R |Level 1 |Level 2 |Level 3 |Level 4 |
|Structure | | | |• Follows the expository structure | |
| | | | |• Appropriate length | |
| | | | |• Good use of transitions | |
|Content | | | |Position is clear and persuasive | |
| | | | |Supporting proof is appropriate, properly referenced & integrated | |
| | | | |Sensible reasoning & well explained | |
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| | | | |Good works cited | |
|Communication | | | |Good communication skills (eye contact, attire, volume, intonation, | |
| | | | |body language, etc.) | |
| | | | |Good use of rhetorical and voice devices | |
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| | | | |Good listening skills | |
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