The Autobiography Speech



Autobiography SpeechTime: 3-5 minutesAudience: Classroom of peersSpecial Tasks: Self-critique and Partner CritiqueThe FormatIntroductionAttention-getterPurpose of speech (To tell you a little bit about myself)NamePreview of main points (Body)The Body (Note: Choose any combination of the following items.)Where you were bornSome entertaining facts about youSome entertaining facts about your home townWhere you live nowAn incident from your childhoodNicknames you’ve had and how they startedA hobby and interesting things about itThe things that interest you most in school (subjects / approaches / etc) Your hopes and dreamsWhat you plan to do in the futureWhat makes you unique from your classmatesYour best trait(s)Why are you here?Other items???ConclusionRestate purposeRestate main pointsClincherPause, look at audience, and then sit downHints and Tips***Try to include something trivial and of human-interest about yourself***Practice at home before you speak. Talk to an imaginary listener or a mirror.***Is there any room for improvements? Make improvements.***Try to avoid memorizing topic. Keep your mind on the FACTS you’re telling, not the exact words.***When you’re ready to speak to the class, say to yourself, “They’re my friends.I want them to know more about me, and they want to learn this as well.”***Think of it as a conversation with a group of friends.Sample OutlineIntroductionAttention GetterPurpose statementPreview of main pointsBodyMain point #1Supporting detail 1Supporting detail 2Main Point #2Supporting detail 1Supporting detail 2Main Point #3Supporting detail 1Supporting detail 2ConclusionSummary of main pointsRestate PurposeClincher ................
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