I need to write a speech on a biblical Proverb. It should explain & discuss the Proverb & also include cross-references, but I have no idea where to start.
2006-09-06 15:58:57 · 13 answers · asked by oinkwithme 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
I don't want to know what to start my speech with, but how to start writing it.
2006-09-06 16:03:28 · update #1
I attend a Christian highschool, so this is an assignment & I will be speaking to my classmates & Speech teacher.
2006-09-06 16:09:58 · update #2
Begin by finding your subject, or in this case, your Proverb. Read it a few times, and pick out parts of it that stand out to you. Maybe the Proverb is about not being lazy. Talk about the consequences of laziness, what God thinks of the sluggard, and other such Proverbs.
Divide your paper into two or more sections. That way you can begin paragraphs with transition words like, "Firstly", "secondly", etc.
Begin your introduction, and introduce the subject. That is, after all, what the introduction is for. Explain what you're going to talk about, the Proverb you chose, why you chose it, and The points you have about it.
Begin the next paragraph with, "Firstly", or "First of all" and begin talking about your first point.
And so on and so forth...
This is a great format for any essay, by the way.
-Introduction
-1st Point
-2nd Point
-3rd Point
-Conclusion
Good luck on the assignment!
2006-09-06 16:06:03 · answer #1 · answered by Katy 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Start by knowing your audience...even if it's just your class or teachers. A good speech speaks to the people. Then go on to what is your goal in giving the talk...what do you want to accomplish...this isn't given in the assignment --you have to decide. Ask yourself when I'm done speaking what do I want my listeners to: feel, know, think, do? This will help you sculpt your talk. Is it purely informational? Or are you going to tug on a few heartstrings? Are you going to challenge their belief? Convict their actions or lack thereof? Are you introducing a new idea or giving new life to an old one? You have a better chance of hitting your target if you decide what the goal is before you start writing.
And then practice practice practice...out loud. Hear yourself..better yet, video yourself. It's painful to watch, but can be very helpful in correcting flaws, habits that you may not even be aware of. I used to stand with my arms straight out holding on to the podium. On video I looked like I was wrestling with it...not a good image. Then relax and have fun delivering your talk. You have their attention, don't waste their time.
2006-09-06 23:12:04 · answer #2 · answered by CHos3n 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your question is hard to understand. Even "cross reference" is confusing. Are you to quote and cite others' opinions on this proverb? For example, I have always liked Jesus' "Let he who is without sin cast the first stone", which he said when he came across a group trying to stone a woman suspected of adultery (fooling around with another man when married). Jesus got in the way and said that to the crowd. They realized they all were sinners and stopped the stoning.
So how would you cross reference that? Perhaps you can find on the web references to the proverb and stories about its long-lasting effect on people and their behavior.
2006-09-06 23:10:01 · answer #3 · answered by David S 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
1. Introduce yourself!
2. Start with an interesting and thought provoking introduction. Maybe your Proverb with an interesting new outlook on it's meaning. Or an interesting question.
3. Go on the the middle of your speech, which would be the basis of your argument (references ect.)
4. Finish off with your conclusion. Basically re-emphasizing why you were correct in your statements.
Good luck!
2006-09-06 23:06:14 · answer #4 · answered by jasminelilia 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have always hated speaking in public, but for some reason, i have always been great at it.
The most important thing is to identify who your target audience is. I'm guessing you'll be giving this speech in front of your friends at school and your teacher. Decide who you want to write it for, your friends or your teacher?
Second, I like to write my speeches like I was talking to a friend. In your case, rather than "teach" about the Proverb, how would you explain its meaning to a friend?
Outside of that, I can't help much. I know little about the bible. Good luck to you!
2006-09-06 23:07:10 · answer #5 · answered by Slider728 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Research the Proverb.
Then find out how to do an " MLA Format " report and use the ideas you get there to write your speech. That will tell you how to cross reference also.
Finding out how to do a PowerPoint Presentation will help give you ideas, too.
2006-09-06 23:07:23 · answer #6 · answered by x_southernbelle 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Start the speech, by saying what the proverb is.
2006-09-06 23:00:39 · answer #7 · answered by Steven Procter 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not write a speech!!! You'll sound like you are reciting it (and you are) when you give it.
Make an outline of what you want to say, organize and fill it with supporting information.
Start with INTRODUCTION go to the
BODY then to the
CONCLUSION.
2006-09-06 23:09:38 · answer #8 · answered by fred f 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Good gosh! tell us the type or group of people you're giving the
speech to.
Christians?
Athiests?
Agnostics?
Jewish?
Scientologists?
Islamic Fundalmentalists?
Jihadists?
A speech is created with a particular type of audience in mind.
2006-09-06 23:05:41 · answer #9 · answered by GeneL 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sit at desk.
Paper on desk.
Pen in hand.
Pen to paper.
Move hand so that pen-strokes on paper form letters, and these letters form words.
Leave blank spaces between words.
[Am I getting paid to tell you this?]
2006-09-06 23:06:56 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 2⤋