Chapter Seventeen

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Chapter Seventeen

• Special Occasion Speeches

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Chapter Seventeen

• Table of Contents
• Functions of Special Occasion Speeches
• Types of Special Occasion Speeches
• Delivering the Special Occasion Speech

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Functions of Special Occasion Speeches

• Entertainment
• Celebration
• Commemoration
• Inspiration
• Social Agenda Setting

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Functions of Special Occasion Speeches

• Special occasion speech- a speech prepared for a
  specific occasion and for a purpose dictated by
  that occasion.

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Functions of Special Occasion SpeechesEntertainm
ent

• Speakers whose main purpose is to entertain those
  in attendance.
• Listeners expect a lighthearted speech that
  amuses them.

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Functions of Special Occasion SpeechesCelebratio
n

• Recognize the person(s) or event being
  celebrated.
• Listeners expect the speaker to praise the
  subject of celebration and cast him or her in a
  positive light.

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Functions of Special Occasion SpeechesCommemorat
ion

• To remember by ceremony a notable person, place,
  or event.
• Occur on important anniversaries.

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Functions of Special Occasion SpeechesInspiratio
n

• Inspire audiences as well as pay homage to the
  person or event being commemorated.

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Functions of Special Occasion SpeechesSocial
Agenda Setting

• Establishing or reinforcing the goals and values
  of the group sponsoring the event.

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Types of Special Occasion Speeches

• Speeches of Introduction
• Speeches of Acceptance
• Speeches of Presentation
• Roasts and Toasts
• Eulogies and Other Tributes
• After Dinner Speeches
• Speeches of Inspiration

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesSpeeches of
Introduction

• A short story with the two goals of preparing the
  audience for the speaker and motivating them to
  listen to what he or she has to say.

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesSpeeches of
Introduction

• Describe the Speakers Background
• Identify the Speaker Correctly
• Briefly Preview the Speakers Topic
• Ask the Audience to Welcome the Speaker
• Be Brief
• Practice Good Speaking Habits
• Respond to Introduction

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesSpeeches of
Acceptance

• A speech in which the recipient expresses
  gratitude for the honor bestowed upon them and
  acknowledges others who have contributed to their
  success.

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesSpeeches of
Acceptance

• Prepare
• React Genuinely and with Humility
• Thank Those Giving the Award
• Thank Others who Have Helped You
• Accept the Award Gracefully
• End by Expressing Thanks

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesSpeeches of
Presentation

• A speech in which the speaker communicates the
  importance of the award and explains why the
  recipient is receiving it.

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesSpeeches of
Presentation

• Convey the Meaning of the Award
• Talk about the Recipient of the Award
• Consider the Physical Presentation
• Consider Yourself

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesRoasts and
Toasts

• Roasts- a humorous tribute to a person, one in
  which a series of speakers will jokingly poke fun
  at him or her.
• Toasts- a brief tribute to a person or event
  being celebrated.

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesRoasts and
Toasts

• Prepare
• Highlight Remarkable Traits of the Person Being
  Honored
• Be Positive
• Be Brief

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesEulogies and
Other Tributes

• Eulogy- a tribute to a deceased person
• one of the most difficult and challenging speech
  occasions.

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesEulogies and
Other Tributes

• Balance Delivery and Emotions
• Refer to the Family of the Deceased
• Commemorate Life - Not Death
• Be Positive But Realistic

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesAfter Dinner
Speeches

• A lighthearted and entertaining speech delivered
  before, during, or after a meal.

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesAfter Dinner
Speeches

• Choose the Right Topic
• Avoid Stand-Up Comedy
• Recognize the Occasion
• The After Dinner Speech and Social Agenda Setting

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesSpeeches of
Inspiration

• A speech that seeks to uplift the audience and
  help them see things in a positive light.

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Types of Special Occasion SpeechesSpeeches of
Inspiration

• Appeal to the Audiences Emotions
• Use Real-Life Stories
• Be Dynamic
• Make your Goal Clear
• Use a Distinctive Organizing Device
• Close with a Dramatic Ending

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Delivering the Special Occasion Speech

• When delivering your special occasion speech,
  always remember to consider the appropriate level
  of formality for the occasion and adapt your
  communication style to it.