Arizona State University George Bernard Shaw Tribute Speech Paper

Purpose: This goal of this speech is for you to deliver a special occasion speech that entertains your audience. You can apply this skill at many events in your personal and professional life.

Task: In this 2-3—minute speech, you will select one type of special occasion speech from the following list and develop a speech that relates to that type:

• Entertaining speech: tell a true or fictional story
• Tribute speech: praise or celebrate a person, institution, event
• Inspirational speech: uplift your audience using positive emotions
• Toast: celebrate a newly married couple
• Speech of presentation: present an award
• Speech of acceptance: accept an award
• Eulogy: memorialize someone at their funeral

Chapter 22 in your text contains more information about these types of speeches. Should you have any questions about a special occasion speech, please contact your instructor. No outline or visual aid is required for this speech.

A successful student will:

• Select one type of special occasion speech and make sure your topic clearly and effectively addresses that type of special occasion speech.
• Use proper elements of vocal and physical delivery, such as avoiding vocal fillers, pausing between thoughts, making direct eye contact, and having strong posture, among others.
• Organize your speech well, including transitions and clearly developed main points.
• Cite any sources you use verbally.
• Not go over or under time.
• Dress professionally.