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Struggling to identify let alone explain the effects of different English literary techniques?
Luckily for you, we’ve created the ultimate HSC English Literary Techniques Cheat Sheet that features all the Big Bads of literary devices, along with definitions and examples of each one.
We even mention which ones you’re more likely to find in poetry…
But first, what even are they??
Literary techniques are the tools and methods writers use to create a certain effect in their writing and to convey their message more effectively.
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A story or narrative with two meanings; the obvious or literal meaning that is immediately clear, and a second, usually hidden meaning. The second meaning often acts as a commentary on real world events or issues or relates to a specific topic/theme being dealt with. Example: Many people claim Lord of the Rings is an allegory for the World War I because it portrays war (and especially industrialisation for war production) negatively.
Repetition of consonants at the beginning of successive words or within sentences/phrases to create a sense of rhythm, though they can be overdone (as in tongue twisters). This English technique is also common in poetry. Example: “Peter piper picked a peck of pickled peppers.”
A subtle or passing reference to an event, person, place, other text, etc. that is intended to be noticed by readers (though isn’t always picked up on). Religious allusions are some of the easiest to spot, especially Christian religious allusions due to the oversaturation of Christian imagery in texts and media. Example: Remus Lupin in Harry Potter is named for Remus of ‘Remus and Romulus’, twins in Greek mythology who were raised by a wolf. This is a mythological allusion that ties into his being a werewolf.
When something is left to the reader’s imagination. Often this involves the author not stating explicitly what is happening, what has been said, etc. This English technique boosts reader interest as they are encouraged to make up their own mind about what is happening, or they become suspicious of what they have not been explicitly told. Common in poetry. Example: The ending of Inception (Christopher Nolan) is incredibly ambiguous. In the film audiences are shown that the main character’s spinning top will continue to spin if he’s in a dream and topple if he’s in reality – however the final shot cuts just as the spinner begins to wobble, leaving audiences to wonder if he’s in reality or still dreaming.
Uses two similar concepts or ideas to create a relationship or draw comparisons between the two. Can also be used to contrast two ideas, however it’s most commonly used to prove how something is similar or use one idea to explain another. Often features the phrase “is to”, though not always. Example: “A sword is to a warrior as a pen is to a writer.”
A rhetorical device that involves the repetition of a word or phrase at the beginning of successive clauses, sentences, or phrases. It is used for emphasis, rhythm, and to create powerful emotional effects by drawing attention to a particular idea or theme. Example: “In every cry of every man, In every infant’s cry of fear, In every voice, in every ban, The mind-forged manacles I hear.” In this excerpt from William Blake’s poem “London,” the phrase “In every” is repeated at the beginning of successive lines, emphasising the difficulties of life in the city.
Using two sentences with contradictory or contrasting meanings close to one another, sometimes even in immediate succession. This creates strong contrast, however the two sentences are usually designed to balance each other out through opposite connotations and then represent a whole idea. Antitheses often show how a character or idea may be contradictory but still whole. Example: “It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.” (Charles Dickens, A Tale of Two Cities).
An archetype is an immediately recognisable character, concept or object that makes it easy for audiences to categorise them based on what they resemble in literature. Character archetypes are most common, with popular ones including: the femme fatale, the average joe, the class clown, the anti-hero, the bad boy, etc. Most characters fit into at least one archetype. Example: Hagrid (Harry Potter) and Hodor (Game of Thrones) fit the ‘gentle giant’ archetype, while Batman is the ultimate ‘lone vigilante’ archetype.
Similar to alliteration, however in this case it is vowel sounds that are repeated. This may be at the beginning of words/phrases, or within the words themselves. Very common in poetry. Example: “A long song.” has a repeated long ‘o’ sound in the last two words that creates assonance, however the name “Rita Skeeter” from Harry Potter also features assonance, as the ‘i’ and ‘ee’ create the same sound.
Atmosphere and mood are often used interchangeably, as they are similar but used in different ways and have different results. Atmosphere refers to the feeling or mood created by a place, situation or text – it usually changes from scene to scene and is built by sensory imagery and word choices. This is what makes dark, stormy nights in novels feel eerie and foreboding. Example: “The floorboards creaked in time with the wind whistling around the houses’ jagged edges, and waves crashed angrily against the rocky cliffs below. She clutched her coat tighter around her and stepped into the flickering light of the fire.”
A figure of speech that involves the use of a word or phrase in a way that deviates from its conventional meaning or usage. Catachresis is essentially an extreme form of metaphor or analogy, stretching the boundaries of language to create a vivid or striking image. It can involve the application of a word to something that it doesn’t literally apply to, resulting in a surprising or unusual comparison. Example: “I could smell the silence” uses the word ‘smell’ where it does not usually apply, creating a vivid description of silence through an unusual word choice.
The process by which characters are introduced, described and then fully formed through their choices, interactions, etc. Characterisation is what makes characters feel like real people , and is often based in their morals, values and personality traits. If a character has strong characterisation it is easy to imagine how they would react in any given situation. It also makes it harder to believe situations where characters do things that go against their usual traits, creating audience suspicion or disbelief. Example: Katniss Everdeen (The Hunger Games) is characterised as being independent, resourceful, focused on survival and having poor social skills. These traits determine how she interacts with people and makes choices, as seen in her initially being vocal in her hatred for the Capitol, but then doing as the Capitol tells her if it means protecting her family and surviving.
A common and/or overused expression, often found in similes and metaphors. While they can sometimes be used ironically or to symbolise a character themselves being unoriginal, clichés are often a sign of lazy or unimaginative writing. Clichés should only be used if there’s a reason for them. Example: “He ran like the wind.”
The ideas, feelings or concepts associated with specific words, phrases or situations that go beyond their literal meaning. Word choices are often made with the connotations of each word in mind to create a particular atmosphere or tone. In some instances an interaction or situation may have underlying connotations as well. Example: ‘Beautiful’ and ‘cute’, while both describing how something is visually appealing, have different connotations. ‘Beautiful’ creates a sense of grace, elegance and maturity, while ‘cute’ is more associated with youth, pettiness and the colour pink.
The repetition of the same consonants in words that use different vowel-sounds. Unlike alliteration, which focuses on the initial sounds of words, consonance concentrates on the repetition of consonant sounds anywhere within words. Example: “Mike likes his bike” repeats the “k” sound, while the phrase “Blank and think” repeats the “nk” sound.
Any situation wherein two different or opposing things are presented together in order to highlight their differences. This can occur with ideas, settings, characters, objects, concepts, themes, etc. and often serve to make the audience more aware of the individual parts of the two things that make them different. Example: Timon and Pumbaa (The Lion King) are visually contrasting, with Timon being small, angular and lightly coloured, while Pumbaa is large, rounded and a darker colour. This emphasises their differences and the unlikeliness of their friendship.
The time, place and social setting within which a text was created, including the values of the time, the world events, major topics of discussion, key figures, etc. There are three kinds of context; literary (what was happening in the literary world at the time), historical (what year it was and what major world events were occurring) and personal (who the author was, their experiences and values). These all influence the text, leading to the text often reflecting the authors own ideas and values as based on their context. Example: Frankenstein by Mary Shelley explores the idea of science being used to create life, reflecting Shelley’s own interest in science and the actual reanimation experiments of the time period.
Where a phrase has two meanings, one of which is usually humorous or risqué in some way. The term itself is French for “double meaning.” Double entendres are frequently used in humor, wordplay, or in contexts where a playful or subtly suggestive tone is desired. Example: “Time flies like an arrow; fruit flies like a banana.” On the surface, this seems like a straightforward statement about how time and fruit flies behave differently. However, it cleverly plays on the multiple meanings of “flies” as a verb (to move swiftly) and as a noun (the insect). This ambiguity creates a humorous effect.
Any situation wherein the audience is privy to some sort of information that the characters do not know, building audience tension, suspense, etc. This is usually achieved by cutting away from the main character to see what another character is doing/planning, then returning to the uninformed character and watching the results play out, all the while knowing what the second character has done/planned. Example: Romeo and Juliet uses dramatic irony to create audience tension and emotional reactions when Romeo believes Juliet to be dead and kills himself, as audiences know she’s actually alive and will wake up any moment.
Words chosen to create a specific emotional response in the reader, often linked to the word’s connotations and commonly used in highly emotional or descriptive scenes/situations. Emotive language can become awkward when used too much in character dialogue, as it doesn’t sound like something a person would realistically say. Very common in poetry. Example: “[…] which is what you/ didn’t do,/ because you’re weak and hollow and it doesn’t matter anymore.” (Richard Siken, Crush)
A poetic technique where a sentence or phrase in a poem runs over into the next line or lines without a pause or a punctuation mark. This means that the thought, phrase, or clause doesn’t end with the line break but continues into the next line, creating a sense of continuity and fluidity in the poem. Example: “The apparition of these faces in the crowd / Petals on a wet, black bough.” In this example from Ezra Pound’s poem “In a Station of the Metro,” the sentence flows across the line break (represented by the “/” symbol) , continuing the thought from the first line to the second without stopping, creating a seamless transition.
The successive repetition of a word or phrase, often three times or more. Unlike other forms of repetition that might occur with some distance between instances, epizeuxis involves the immediate repetition of a word or phrase for emphasis. Example: “I love her, I love her, I love her so much!” In this sentence, the word “love” is repeated immediately for emphasis, intensifying the emotional impact of the statement.
A mild or ‘proper’ expression used to replace one that is harsh, blunt or otherwise offensive in order to not cause trouble or appear vulgar. Euphemisms, as English literary techniques, are commonly used to more politely refer to topics of an unsanitary, sexual or ‘improper’ nature. Example: “I have to see a man about a dog.” is often said euphemistically when leaving a room or conversation to go to the toilet.
A sentence ending with an exclamation mark (“!”) or said with a tone of shock/excitement is used to express high emotion – e.g. sudden revelations, important discoveries or enthusiasm. This is often used to better express the tone of dialogue or show emotional outbursts. Example: “I can’t believe you!” may be said when someone has done something shocking or betrayed a character in some way and elicited a strong emotional response.
This is essentially a ‘story within a story’, wherein the main narrative is being told, remembered, etc. by someone in the ‘outside narrative. This is much easier to see and understand in films, though it is also very popular in written texts and novels – especially those that ‘jump’ between time settings from chapter to chapter. Example: Titanic (James Cameron) is a frame narrative, as the story is being told by ‘Old Rose’ and cuts back to her several times throughout the film. Forrest Gump (Robert Zemeckis) is another well-known frame narrative film.
A foil is another character in a story that specifically contrasts the main character in order to emphasise the main character’s attributes and values or compare the values of the two characters. Oftentimes a character’s foil will have vastly differing ideas on the same topics, share some kind of similar background or experience, deal with the same situations in different ways, etc. Usually there are some similarities shared between the two characters, or a sense that character A is what character B ‘could have been’. Example: Draco Malfoy is a foil to Harry Potter, as he represents the opposites of Harry’s values and experiences, though the two are tied together by their positions on opposite sides of the battle against Voldemort.
The act of hinting at or setting up a situation, event or action that will later be extremely important in the narrative but doesn’t seem important at the time. Audiences are usually made to notice a particular object/comment/situation/etc. as being of some level of importance, but not realise how important it will be until later in the narrative. However some authors include foreshadowing that the audience aren’t meant to pick up on until after the ‘big reveal’ has occurred. Example [Spoilers]: Fight Club (David Fincher) features several single-frame images of ‘Tyler Durden’ spliced into the film before we ever meet his character, foreshadowing his introduction and the fact that he is actually the manifestation of the Narrator’s Multiple Personality Disorder.
The construction and structure of a text based on the text type, the context and the author’s personal stylistic choices. This can include language choices, sentence structures, film choices, poetic styles (limerick, free verse, etc.) and is often influences by the context and literary styles of the time it was written. Example: Lord of the Rings (J. R. R. Tolkien) and Game of Thrones (George R. R. Martin) are both epic novels with similar genre, subject matter and concept, however their forms are incredibly different due to the time in which they were written and the authors’ stylistic choices.
Language, words and/or expressions that have meaning beyond their literal interpretation, often used to express links between ideas, characters and concepts or subtly tie into overall themes. Figurative language includes metaphors, similes, hyperbole, metonymy, personification, etc. and are also frequently used to describe characters and things. Common in poetry. Example: “A handsome manor house grew out of the darkness at the end of the straight drive.” (J. K. Rowling, Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows)
Incomplete or broken off sentences used most commonly in dialogue to replicate regular speech patterns and being cut off or trailing off while speaking. Also used outside of dialogue to build suspense, tension or a sense of urgency. English literary techniques such as fractured sentences are very common in poetry. Example: “Wait, what are you-” he began, but she cut him off. “I know what I’m doing.”
The purposeful over-exaggeration of a statement in order to create a more intense or over-the-top effect. Hyperbole can be paired with similes or metaphors and are most commonly used in highly emotive situations or dialogue to create an even greater emotional reaction. Can also be humorous if used in mundane settings. Example: “I’m so exhausted I couldn’t move if I tried.” is hyperbole in itself, but if said by a character who has done nothing to warrant being tired it can also add a level or humour.
An object, image or person that symbolises something larger, usually a complex concept or theme. This is most often seen in ‘hero’ characters, as they are intended to symbolise certain ideas and values. Example: Katniss Everdeen (The Hunger Games) is an icon to the audience of strength, survival and perseverance, but is also an icon within the world of the novel as ‘The Mockingjay’, a symbol of revolution and rebellion.
A phrase or expression that has a figurative or non-literal meaning, different from the literal interpretation of the individual words. These phrases may not make sense if interpreted word-for-word. Instead, their meanings are understood based on cultural context and familiarity with the language. Idioms are typically used to convey ideas, situations, or emotions in a concise and often metaphorical way. Example: “Kick the bucket” means to die, “Break a leg” is a way to wish someone good luck, “It’s raining cats and dogs” means it’s raining heavily.
Words used to create an idea or mental image of something, most often found in descriptions or created through descriptive language. Imagery is generally focused on settings, objects and characters to ensure audiences have a very clear idea of what is happening and how it all looks. Common in poetry. Example: “It was in appearance a tall spacious tree of graceful form, with thin unwrinkled bark over white wood.” (J. R. R. Tolkien, Lord of the Rings)
This occurs when one text makes reference to another text, either obviously or in a more subtle way (e.g. allusions) in order to make a point or draw links between the two. Example: Frankenstein (Mary Shelley) makes subtle intertextual references throughout the text to the Greek myth of Prometheus in order to better express her warning against ‘playing God’.
A disconnect between what is said and what is meant, usually with the words said having a second insulting, humorous or satirical meaning. Nothing like the Alanis Morissette song. Example: “Well aren’t I lucky!”, when said by an unlucky character or one who has just suffered due to bad luck, is ironic.
Placing one character, idea, theme, object, setting, etc. parallel to another in order to compare and contrast the two. This is often done to encourage audiences to think about two things in relation to each other and draw conclusions about how they are similar and/or different, especially in regards to characters. Example: Katniss and Peeta (The Hunger Games) are brought together in a constant juxtaposition to highlight their own personal strengths and weaknesses and ultimately show how the two character balance each other.
This includes individual word choices based on connotations, as well as specific overall language choices used to characterise certain characters and develop a stronger sense of voice. Having a character use slang or colloquial language creates a different effect that a character who always uses formal language, allowing authors to separate and characterise through these language choices. Example: “Oi mate, who was it?” versus “Pardon me, who was at the door?” . Though both sentences express the same idea, language choice give them different feelings and connotations – they would not be said by the same character.
This describes the way in which a narrative flows or is told. A linear narrative moves forward in time, directly from point A to point B with events occurring in chronological order. A non-linear narrative may jump from different times, characters, etc. with events occurring out of chronological order. Example: Memento (Christopher Nolan) and 500 Days of Summer (Marc Webb) are both non-linear films.
A figure of speech used to emphasize an idea by understating it, often through the use of a negative statement that expresses the opposite of what is meant. Litotes is a form of deliberate understatement that can add nuance or an ironic twist to the intended meaning through a subtle, yet impactful, statement. Example: “Not bad” to mean “good” or “quite a few” to indicate “many.”
Comparing two things by saying that one ‘is’ the other in order to draw stronger comparisons and often add a level of figurative meaning. There are many cliché metaphors, but when done well, English literary techniques like metaphors can be extremely strong figurative techniques. Extended metaphors are reoccurring metaphors or ideas that show up multiple times in a text (e.g. a woman being referred to as different flowers throughout a text). Very common in poetry. Example: “He was a crumbling ruin of a man; once great, then left to erode into dust.”
The act of referring to something not by its actual name but by a figurative name or the name of something associated with it. Many everyday phrases are examples of metonymy. Example: “Lend me your ears!” (Julius Ceasar) in which ‘ears’ is used in place of ‘attention’, employing metonymy. ‘Silver fox’ is everyday metonymy for an attractive older man.
The strength or force of a word, which low modality words being passive while high modality words are forceful. Characters giving speeches or rallying crowds would use high modality words, as they raise the intensity and strength of the language and scene. Example: “You might want to do this.” versus “You must do it.” Might is low modality, must is high modality.
Mood is similar to atmosphere, however it focuses more on the emotional or mental feeling the author has towards certain subjects or ideas and how they express that in the text. Mood can be ‘felt’ in a similar way to atmosphere through word connotations, figurative language, etc. Very common in poetry. Example: “The enemy? His sense of duty was no less that yours, I deem. You wonder what his name was, where he came from. And if he was really evil at heart. […] War will make corpses of us all.” (J. R. R. Tolkien, Lord of the Rings) This dialogue expresses a mood of distaste for war and that it only leads to death, reflecting Tolkien’s own views.
A motif is an idea, symbol, object, concept or theme that is always present throughout an entire text, playing a significant and/or symbolic role in the narrative. Generally, English literary techniques like motifs tie into the central ideas of the narrative or reflect a certain message the author is trying to present. Common in poetry. Example: Blade Runner (Ridley Scott) features an ongoing eye motif, with several close ups of different characters’ eyes used to draw comparisons between how the motif relates to each character.
A newly coined word, phrase, or expression that is created to represent a new concept, idea, or cultural phenomenon. These new words or phrases might emerge from technological advancements, social changes, cultural shifts, or simply as a way to fill a gap in the language to describe a new concept or invention. Example: “Podcast” is a blend of “iPod” and “broadcast,” created to describe digital audio series.
What is left out of a text – missing scenes, fade to blacks, conversations only mentioned in passing, etc. Omissions lend largely to ambiguity and often leave it up to the audience to ‘fill in the blank’ of what may have happened with their own imagination. Sometimes a specific scenario can be implied. Example: At the end of one scene character A and character B are fighting, however in the next scene they seem to be acting civilly to each other. Because audience’s aren’t shown why the characters’ attitudes changed, they are left to try to figure it out for themselves.
A word that it the ‘sound’ of what it represents, allowing the reader to ‘hear’ what is occurring. The words themselves are meant to represent the actual sound made, thus can often become ‘made up’ words. Example: Bang, crash, bam, screech, eek, oof, etc.
Two contradictory words or concepts used together to create a strange or complex thing/idea that still makes sense. Oxymorons, as English literary techniques, tend to add an extra level of meaning to the concepts discussed and are often used as descriptors. Common in poetry. Example: “Eyes burning cold.” uses oxymoron in the last two words in to contradict itself and create an extra layer of figurative meaning.
A rhetorical device where the speaker or writer emphasizes something by explicitly stating that they are not going to talk about it. Essentially, it is a way of bringing attention to a topic while pretending to ignore it. By saying “I will not mention X,” the speaker indirectly brings up X, often to draw attention, make a point, or imply something without directly stating it. Example: “I won’t even mention my opponent’s lack of experience in this field.” In this statement, the speaker is drawing attention to their opponent’s inexperience by claiming not to discuss it directly.
This involves setting up two characters, situations, settings or ideas to be parallel to one another, reflecting each other but having different outcomes. Often the stories of a hero and a villain will be parallels, with the villain making the ‘wrong’ choices and the hero the ‘right’ ones. Parallel situations are similar, with a similar setup or scenario having a different outcome to another based on characters and choices. Example: Boromir and Aragorn (Lord of the Rings) face parallel situations when they are each tempted to take the ring from Frodo. While Boromir succumbs to temptation and tries to steal the ring, Aragorn resists and tells Frodo to go on alone, showing how Aragorn’s choice makes him the stronger person.
This involves giving any non-human object or nature some kind of human feelings or senses. It’s a more specific from of personification. Very common in poetry. Example: “The willow leaves brushed forlornly at his face, the old tree trying to comfort him.”
First, second or third person narratives are usually categorised by their use of “I”, “you”, or “they” respectively. First person refers to themselves, second person to the audience and third person to everybody. First person narration is seen as more personal, while third person is favoured for omniscient narration, while second person is very uncommon. Example: First person = “I broke the lamp.”, second person = “You broke the lamp.” , third person = “She broke the lamp.”
The attributing of human characteristics to non-human objects, by which inanimate objects appear to have life and/or feelings. This is often used in figurative descriptive language and is common in poetry. Example: “The tree branches thrashed against the window, their spindly, arthritic fingers creaking in the wind.”
An overused, cliché remark or idea that tends to lack genuine depth or meaning due to the fact that it often states the obvious and is predictable. While these statements might hold some truth or offer comfort in certain situations, they are considered platitudes because they’ve been used so frequently that they’ve lost their impact and fail to provide meaningful or original insight. Example: “Everything happens for a reason,” “It is what it is,” “Time heals all wounds.”
A question that is asked without the intent of receiving an answer because the answer itself is obvious. Generally rhetorical questions, as English literary techniques, are used to force audiences to come to the correct answer on their own, though sometimes they may be used to prompt audiences to think harder about a specific idea. Example: A group of warriors asking “Who will lead us?” when the narrative has already made it obvious that the hero will lead the quest.
The location of a narrative – which may and often does change several times within the story. Settings can also often be tied to the narrative, rather than just being ‘where things happen’, and some settings are linked to certain genres. Example: Abandoned castles and stormy moors are classic Gothic settings, while teen dramas are typically set in high schools and suburban towns.
A specific from of alliteration involving the repetition of ‘s’ within a phrase or sentence. Depending on word connotations it can be read as soft and flowing or cold and hissing. Most of the fictional language of Parseltongue (Harry Potter) is based on sibilant sounds. Example: “Susie sells seashells by the seashore.”
Comparing two objects, and object and a person, etc. using ‘like’ or ‘as’ to draw parallels between them. Many similes have become cliché – a good simile shouldn’t be immediately obvious as a simile. Example: “He was cold as ice.” is cliché, “He was a cold, prickly man, like the first bite of early morning winter against your cheeks.” is not.
Any techniques that focus on the sounds produced by words and/or how they relate to one another. Sound devices as English techniques are incredibly common in poetry. Example: onomatopoeia, resonance, rhythm, rhyme, etc.
When an object, person, etc. represents a more complex idea, concept or theme. Similar to icons, however symbolism doesn’t always represent something larger or more important than the literal object, and can also represent relationships, interactions, etc. Example: Characters shaking hands is symbolic of agreement or making a pact, but could also be symbolic of reconciling depending on the situation.
A figure of speech in which a part of something is used to represent the whole, or vice versa, where the whole is used to represent a part. This literary technique can help to create a more concise or impactful expression compared to when an author chooses to use a more straightforward phrase. Example: Referring to a car as “wheels” or referring to a group of people as “society.”
The way a sentence is constructed – short, long, fragmented, compound, complex, etc. Different sentence structures have different effects , with short and one-word sentences creating impact and urgency, while compound sentences are slower and usually found in more formal writing. Example: “ District 12 only has three existing victors to choose from. Two male. One female. I am going back to the arena. ” (Suzanne Collins, The Hunger Games) This features a longer sentence to give context, then three successive shorter sentences to create impact and tension.
The overall message or moral of a narrative which is intended to cause audiences to think on real-life issues or moral questions. Generally themes are literary techniques that define the story and are a reoccurring feature throughout the text. There can be more than one theme. Example: The themes of Harry Potter include ‘love conquers all’, good vs evil, death and the question of eternal life.
The intentional separation of a word into two parts by adding another word or words in between. Tmesis is often used colloquially or informally to emphasize certain words, express emotions more vividly, or add a playful or emphatic tone to the language. Example: “Abso-freaking-lutely,” “Fan-freaking-tastic.”
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Speech writing on any particular topic requires a lot of research. Speech writing format also has to be structured well in order to properly get the message across to the target audience.
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Speech writing involves employing appropriate language and expression to communicate with the reader. Speech writing is not all that different from other narrative writing styles. However, this writing form involves incorporating best-suited phrases and words to convey and connect to your audience. There are specific punctuation and writing style strategies that pupils should be aware of while writing a good speech. Even though it may be difficult to write the perfect speech, using the right speech writing framework can guarantee that you never fail.
Speech writing is an important skill, especially for students in Class 11,12, as it helps in developing their ability to express thoughts coherently and persuasively. Speech is a means of spreading a message to other people. Popular leaders of the world in all domains connect with the masses through this speech. So, it is very important for speech writers to be excellent in their job. Excellent speech encompasses those words and emotions that help connect people across the spectrum. Writing a speech means expressing your opinions on a subject or demonstrating your vehement opposition to a particular notion. You need a powerful, authoritative voice to give a speech that is effective, but what you say is more crucial than how you sound. The preparation of a speech writing is just as important as the delivery of the speech to your audience.
Speech Writing is very important topic for class 12. Here is a guideline for writing an effective speech:
Introduction.
Remember, a good speech is not just about delivering information, but also about connecting with the audience and leaving a lasting impact.
The speech writing format is as follows:
Let’s take a closer look at each component of the speech writing format.
The introduction ought to grab your attention after the greetings. Get everyone’s attention right away. Engaging the audience and persuading them to believe or act in your favour are the two main objectives of a speech. Effective introductions must contain the following:
Start off by making a statement about the room or a tale, quotation, fact, or joke. It shouldn’t go past three or four lines. (For instance, “Mahatma Gandhi once stated…” or “This subject makes me think of a certain occurrence or tale…”) This section is crucial since it’s at this point that your audience will determine whether or not to pay attention to your speech. Maintain a factual, captivating, and persuasive introduction.
It is the most crucial section of every speech. If you want to persuade the audience to agree with you, you should offer a variety of justifications and arguments.
A crucial part of speech writing is handling objections. A speech is a monologue, thus there is no time for queries or concerns. An effective speech will handle any issues that may arise during it. As a result, you’ll be prepared to react to queries that the audience may have. You can organize the information into a flow chart to make speaking easier.
The finish ought to leave the audience with something. It might serve as a reminder, a rallying cry, a synopsis of your speech, or a narrative. As an illustration, “It is up to us to decide the future of our planet, our home, by starting waste management at our personal areas.”
Add a few sentences thanking the audience for their time after you’ve finished.
For instance, “Thank you for being such a great audience and for your time. I hope you learned anything from this speech.
One of Martin Luther King Jr.’s most well-known speeches is “I Have A Dream.” Its effects have persisted for many generations. Using the aforementioned strategies, the speech is written. Here are a few instances:
“still cruelly bound by the chains of racism and the manacles of segregation” emotional Language
In a way, we’ve travelled to the capital of our country to cash a check. – Making the speech more unique
A call to action: “to stand up for freedom together.”
This is an important illustration of how to write a speech with the audience in mind. The rhetoric used in the speech, which was delivered in 1963, was popular with a particular audience.
Example: You are Rajendra Kumar, a social worker. You read an article in The Hindu on ‘Health Care for Indian Workers’. Write a speech in 125-150 words on the importance of health care to be delivered at a public function to create awareness among the workers. (Delhi 2014)
Unfortunately, the health care options accessible to Indian workers are by far the worst, despite the fact that they make up the majority of the population.
Good morning to all! As a social worker, Rajendra Kumar, I’ve come before you all to discuss the value of health care for Indian employees.
I firmly believe that there is a noticeable lack of a comprehensive and long-term plan that meets the health care demands of Indian employees. Despite India’s significant economic progress, its advantages have not been shared equally, and there are still significant gaps in the workers’ health care in our nation. It is necessary to address the disparities in health care access between demographic groups within the population. It is a known truth that a sizable portion of our workforce is prevented from not only rising over the poverty line but is also lowering a large portion of their lot below the line due to out-of-pocket medical expenses brought on by a lack of access to quality public health care.
The general public must now exert pressure on our various political representatives and hold them responsible in order to ensure that they prioritise improving the health care provided to Indian workers.
“Good morning, everyone! Today, I stand before you to share a simple message: Believe in yourself. We all face challenges and setbacks in life, but it’s how we respond to them that defines us. Remember, you have the power to overcome any obstacle.
Think about the great minds of history, like Thomas Edison, who failed countless times before inventing the light bulb. Or Rosa Parks, whose refusal to give up her seat sparked a revolution. These individuals believed in their abilities and refused to let failure hold them back.
So, I urge you to embrace your unique talents and dreams. Don’t let fear or self-doubt overshadow your potential. Surround yourself with positive influences, set clear goals, and work relentlessly toward them.
Remember, success is not always measured by the end result but by the journey. Embrace failures as opportunities for growth and learning. Believe in yourself, and others will believe in you too.
As we go forth from this gathering, let us carry the torch of self-belief, inspiring others along the way. Together, we can achieve greatness and make a difference in the world.
Thank you.”
“Graduates, faculty, honored guests, and fellow students, congratulations on reaching this significant milestone. Today, we stand at the threshold of a new chapter in our lives, filled with possibilities and endless opportunities.
As we reflect on the past years, we realize the importance of perseverance and determination. We have faced numerous challenges, both academically and personally, but we have overcome them, emerging stronger and wiser.
Now, as we embark on this new journey, let us remember the values instilled in us by our institution. Let integrity guide our actions, compassion drive our interactions, and curiosity fuel our quest for knowledge.
We are the architects of our future, and it is our responsibility to make a positive impact on the world. Let us use our education and skills to address the pressing issues of our time, be it climate change, social inequality, or technological advancements.
Graduates, believe in yourselves and your abilities. Trust that you have been equipped with the tools necessary to navigate the challenges that lie ahead. Embrace the unknown, take risks, and never stop learning.
In conclusion, as we step into the world, let us carry the lessons learned and memories cherished. Let us make a difference, not just for ourselves but for the betterment of society.
Congratulations, Class of [year]. Our future awaits us!”
“Ladies and gentlemen, today I stand before you to discuss an issue that demands our attention: the importance of recycling. As our planet faces environmental challenges, it is our duty to take action and preserve the Earth for future generations.
By recycling, we can significantly reduce waste and conserve valuable resources. It’s a simple act that has far-reaching impacts. Recycling paper, plastic, glass, and metal can save energy, reduce pollution, and slow down the depletion of natural resources.
Moreover, recycling helps combat climate change. The production of new materials releases greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. By recycling, we can decrease the demand for new production, thereby reducing carbon emissions.
But recycling is not just an individual responsibility; it’s a collective effort. Governments, businesses, and communities must work together to establish effective recycling programs, improve infrastructure, and raise awareness.
I urge you all to incorporate recycling into your daily lives. Encourage your friends, family, and colleagues to do the same. Educate yourselves about proper recycling practices and advocate for stronger environmental policies.
Remember, our actions today will shape the world we pass on to future generations. Let us choose a path of sustainability, where recycling becomes a way of life.
Thank you for your attention and let us commit to making a difference.”
“Ladies and gentlemen, today I want to shed light on an issue that affects millions of people around the world: mental health. Mental health is a vital aspect of our well-being, yet it is often overlooked or stigmatized.
Statistics show that one in four individuals will experience a mental health disorder at some point in their lives. It’s time we break the silence and create a society that fosters understanding and support.
Mental health conditions are not a sign of weakness; they are illnesses that require care and treatment. It is crucial to recognize the signs and symptoms and seek help when needed. Let us erase the misconception that seeking support is a sign of failure.
In addition, we must strive to create an inclusive environment that promotes mental well-being. Education and awareness are key to dismantling the stigma surrounding mental health. Let’s engage in open conversations, provide resources, and offer support to those in need.
Furthermore, we must advocate for accessible and affordable mental health services. Governments and healthcare systems must prioritize mental health funding, ensuring that individuals can access the care they deserve.
Remember, mental health is just as important as physical health. Let us stand together, break the barriers, and create a society that supports and empowers those facing mental health challenges.
“Team, I stand before you today to acknowledge the remarkable journey we have embarked on together. As a collective, we have achieved great feats, faced challenges head-on, and grown stronger with each step.
In this dynamic and competitive world, success lies in our ability to work as a cohesive unit, leveraging each other’s strengths. We are a team that embodies collaboration, trust, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.
Let us remember that greatness is not achieved by individual triumphs alone but by our collective efforts. Together, we have created a culture that fosters innovation, embraces diversity, and encourages personal and professional growth.
But our journey does not end here; it is merely a milestone in the greater pursuit of our goals. Let us set even higher benchmarks, challenge ourselves to reach new heights, and inspire each other to excel.
In times of adversity, let us rally together, supporting and uplifting one another. Remember, it is during the most challenging moments that our true character shines through. Embrace these challenges as opportunities for growth and innovation.
As we move forward, let us hold on to the passion that drives us, the camaraderie that unites us, and the unwavering belief in our collective potential. Together, there is no limit to what we can achieve.
Thank you for being part of this incredible team. Let us continue our journey with enthusiasm and determination.”
Please note that the word counts provided for each example are approximate and may vary slightly depending on formatting and specific word choices.
Writing a good speech is an art. However, with constant practice and the right approach, one can write a good speech. We can write a good speech by using the following steps.
Select a goal and a topic: What topics would you like to discuss and why? Your goal should be to inform, entertain, or persuade your audience, and your topic should be something you are interested in and knowledgeable about.
Examine your target audience: You are talking to whom? What requirements and interests do they have? To what extent do they already understand your topic? Adjust your speech to the comprehension and interest level of your audience.
Examine your subject: Collect data from reliable sources to bolster your primary arguments. This could involve doing your own research, speaking with experts, or reading books, articles, and websites.
Construct an outline: This will assist you in structuring your ideas and guarantee that your speech follows a logical flow. Your introduction, key ideas, illustrative examples, and conclusion should all be included in your outline.
Compose the speech: You can start writing your speech once you have an outline. Make sure your wording is precise and succinct, and refrain from employing excessive jargon. Make sure your speech is the right length and flows naturally by practicing giving it out loud.
Edit and revise the speech: After you’ve written a draught of your speech, thoroughly review it and make any required changes. Make careful to proofread for punctuation, grammatical, and spelling mistakes.
Rehearse giving your speech: You will be more at ease and confident when giving your speech the more you rehearse. Practice in front of a small group of people, a mirror, or a friend or family member.
Some speech writing topics 11, and 12 are given here:
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Speech writing involves using appropriate punctuation and expression to convey a thought or message to the reader. Similar to other forms of narrative writing, speech writing. However, there are a few key punctuation and writing structure strategies that students should be aware of.
Writing down a speech is essential since it allows you to better understand the subject, organize your ideas, avoid mistakes in your speech, become more comfortable with it, and raise the overall caliber of the speech.
Know why you are giving the speech: Before you start writing, you must be aware of why you are doing it. Determine whether the speech needs to be motivational, entertaining, or just informative. Decide who your audience is: The main factor to consider while writing or giving a speech is your audience. You cannot write a strong and suitable speech unless you are aware of your target audience. Set the speech's duration: Whatever the subject, make sure to keep it concise and direct. A speech will become repetitive and uninteresting if it is longer than it has to be. Reviewing and practising the speech is important since you might have missed a few small flaws when you first wrote it. Until you are certain that you have it right, edit and revise. Make as much practise as necessary to avoid stammering in front of your audience. Mention your main points after the speech: The key themes that have received a lot of attention and have the potential to change are called takeaways. Always leave your listeners with a concept or idea to consider when you finish speaking.
Start off by making a statement about the room or a tale, quotation, fact, or joke. It shouldn't go past three or four lines. (For instance, "Mahatma Gandhi once stated..." or "This subject makes me think of a certain occurrence or tale...")
Introduction, body, and conclusion are the three fundamental components of speeches and presentations.
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The purpose of a speech is to convey one’s thoughts or opinions, share information with or spread awareness among a large number of people. A good speech has clarity of thought and expression, the accuracy of facts and an unbiased view of issues. Keep the speech to the point.
This grammar section explains English grammar in a clear and simple way. There are example sentences to show how the language is used. NCERT Solutions for Class 12 English will help you to write better answers in your Class 12 exams. Because the Solutions are solved by subject matter experts.
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Question 1. Man’s use of fossil fuels – coal, oil, and natural gas – together with deforestation has increased the concentration of atmospheric carbon dioxide, and heat-trapping greenhouse gas has begun the process of climate change. Higher temperatures are an indication of dangerous consequences: drought, disease, floods, and lost ecosystems. Using the information given above and your own ideas, write a speech expressing your concerns about the rapidly increasing global warming and its consequences, giving your suggestions to improve the situation. (200 words)
Question 2. As Mukul/Mahima of Alps Public School, write a speech in about 150-200 words to be delivered in school assembly highlighting the importance of cleanliness suggesting that the state of cleanliness reflects the character of its citizens. (10 marks) [CBSE Sample Paper 2019]
Answer: Good Morning! Respected teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Mahima of Class XII of Alps Public School am here to share my views on the topic, “Importance of Cleanliness”. It has been rightly said that “Cleanliness is next to Godliness”. The term cleanliness implies the absence of dust, dirt garbage or waste, etc. If one wants to be healthy and fit, a healthy environment is necessary. It is important for everyone’s mind and body as well as spirits like water and oxygen.
The dirty environment affects the health of the people. The state of cleanliness reflects the character of its citizens. We can take a live example of today when people travel in a metro train, they never litter their surroundings, but once they come out of that vicinity, they hardly care. This habit shows their character. If we keep our surroundings clean, it will help in the nation-building exercise too as it will attract more tourists in the country.
Awareness of the cleanliness is the need of the hour in our country where diseases like viral fever, swine flu, malaria, jaundice, etc. are spreading fastly. The awareness camps should be organised by the government, private organisations, and NGOs, and people to make the areas neat and clean. People in society and the community should organise rallies. The revolution of the ‘Clean India Campaign’ is progressively making us aware. We have to continue it by understanding the motto, “Importance and Necessity of Cleanliness”.
Question 3. The recent rise in incidents of violent behaviour of students is a matter of concern for all. The problem can be cured if students learn how to manage anger. Write a speech on the topic in 150-200 words to be delivered in the school morning assembly. (10 marks) [CBSE (Compartment) 2018]
Answer: Good Morning! Respected teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Romila of Class XII am here to deliver my views on the topic, “Violence Among Students”.
Recent news of the students’ aggressiveness within the educational institution makes everyone think over it, how violent today’s students are. Be it the school premises or any other place, they are unable to control their anger. On trivial issues, they become temperamental and are dealt with vandalism.
Why do these students have such hostile and antagonistic approach? There are so many reasons. The ‘low self-esteem’ among the students gives way to ‘fear of failure, as a result, they become frustrated and adopt a combative attitude. They want to be the centre of attraction by showing their authority, covering their deficit in other areas of skills. They don’t know how to manage their anger. These are the students classically regarded as ‘Problem Students’. They often have Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and show verbal aggression as arguing, cut-down, threats, bossing, sarcasm and teasing.
On the other hand, they show physical aggression exhibiting actions like kicking, lifting, fighting, hurting others, and destroying things and objects as well. This problem can be curbed by teaching them how to manage anger through introspection, meditation, and counselling. Focus should be on moral science and anger management for these students. Parents of these students should be given tips on how to deal with patience and love. They should be taught to adopt a helping attitude. They should be appreciated for the task given to them rather than reprimanding and insulting them before other students. They should be made to come out of their shell of violence through love and care, and giving them what they desire.
Question 4. Your PGT English Ms. Geetha is a short story writer also. ‘Sky is not Far’ is a collection of her latest short stories. This book has won a national award. Write a speech in 150-200 words you will deliver in her honour in the morning assembly. (10 marks) [CBSE (Delhi) 2017]
Answer: Very good morning to Principal Sir/Ma’am, respected teachers, and dear friends. I, Anita, would like to speak about our PGT English, Ms. Geetha, a national awardee for her collection of short stories, ‘Sky is Not Far’.
Ma’am has had this literary talent for a long time. Many of us have already been made familiar with her publications earlier too. We were touched many a time, when in our Literary Club, she read out some of her short stories and requested us to write scripts to enact them in various functions in our school, in the special assemblies, and on two annual day programmes. The themes of her stories are child labour, old age crises, girl child, women empowerment, necessity of ethics for binding family members, compatibility, love for nature, and so on. Her lucid style, simple language, credible characterisation must have moved the jury to select her collection for the National Award.
We are proud of Geetha Ma’am as she is an inspiration for us, who wish to follow her footsteps. Let’s hope with the passage of time, she is endowed with more and more awards.
Thank you all. Have a nice day.
Question 5. As a Principal of your school, you have found some students reaching school late in the morning, coming late to their classrooms after recess, and returning lazily to the theory class after doing practicals in the laboratory. Write a speech in 150-200 words that you will deliver on the importance of discipline and punctuality in life. (10 marks) [CBSE (F) 2017]
Answer: Good morning students and my dear colleagues. Having noticed the current state of discipline followed by the students, it has become imperative for me as the Principal of this school to enlighten all of you on the significance of discipline in our lives to become successful in our pursuits. Discipline, as understood by most of us, is not about putting ourselves under constraint; it is not about the curtailment of freedom but about taming the mind in order to channelise our energies toward goals of greater happiness in life.
Discipline leads to consistent enjoyment of freedom since it is synonymous with organised life. Discipline begins with punctuality. Being punctual means doing the right thing at the right time. Punctuality ensures that our efforts get due recognition and reward. Discipline is a virtue. Lack of it can easily fail even the most experienced and knowledgeable person. It is essential for all of us in our respective pursuits to obey certain rules and regulations.
Be it a homemaker at home, student in school or college, soldier in a battlefield, player in the playground, administer in administration, etc. It demands self-control and dedication. However, the discipline is an art of living life which could be honed only by practising your dos and don’ts according to your priorities in life. Therefore, I would expect all of you to make it a part of your life and see the change in yourself.
Question 6. You are Suraj/Sandhya of Gargi Senior Secondary School, Delhi. Games and Sports should be made compulsory in schools. Write a speech for morning assembly on the ‘Importance of Games and Sports in Personality Development’ in about 150-200 words. (10 marks) [CBSE Sample Paper 2015]
Answer: Good morning to one and all. Honourable Principal Sir, respected teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Sandhya, would like to share my views on the topic, ‘Importance of Games and Sports in Personality Development’.
Sports and Games play a great role in developing our physical fitness. Playing a sport is undoubtedly a fun activity. But did you know that regular sporting activities not only take care of our physical fitness but also enhance our personality and help in maintaining our mental well-being. To top it all, it’s also a great source of entertainment!
It helps develop leadership qualities too and foster a sense of team spirit. Sports inculcate a sense of competition and help deal with success and failure with a positive spirit. Games and sports also help in the development of social skills. It teaches us to interact with people, communicate with them and collaborate as a team. It fosters collective thinking and harnesses your planning and delegation skills too. It is more joyful than sitting in front of a stationary computer and chatting. Sports make us active, agile and alert. So, don’t just sit and chat during the games period. After all it has so friany benefits for the body, mind and soul.
Question 7. You have been asked to participate in a debate competition on the topic: “Community service once a week should be introduced in all schools and should be graded”. Write the speech in about 150-200 words either for or against the motion. (10 marks) [CBSE Sample Paper 2015]
Answer: Respected Chairperson, honourable judges, and my dear friends, I stand here today to speak for the motion, “Community service once a week should be introduced in all schools and should be graded”.
Community service helps students extend learning beyond the classroom and into the community. It also promotes civic responsibility through active participation in service. It fosters a sense of caring for others, and to develop a habit of volunteer service to those in need. Community service also helps in building character. It teaches selflessness. All these positive aspects show the importance of community service. That is why, it should be introduced in schools and made compulsory. It is a way of giving back to the society. It also helps in keeping children busy and away from addictions.
However, it is important that it be graded. Since it is a compulsion and not a voluntary activity, students will not do it properly and not take it seriously. In order to understand the importance of such things, students should be graded. Just like the other subjects, the grade in community service should also be a criterion for admission to various colleges.
Question 8. You are Head Boy/ Head Girl of your school. Write a speech in about 150-200 words on the relevance of good etiquette and cultured behaviour. (10 marks)
Answer: Good morning to everyone present here. Today, as the Head Boy of the school, I stand before you to deliver a speech on the relevance of good etiquette and cultured behaviour. I ask you all, what is the purpose of education? Is it to simply read, write and calculate or is it to develop our minds in a way that we can conduct ourselves as responsible citizens who can work for the progress of this great nation? I am sure you would go with the second option. And that is because we all know that to teach manners and the way we treat our fellow beings is what reflects how educated we are.
Be it home, at school, on the street or anywhere else, good manners are respected everywhere and they reflect well on your upbringing. Greeting teachers courteously, showing respect to your seniors and care towards your juniors are only some little ways in which you can become responsible members of the society. Every member of the audience would agree with me when I say that we all always want to be treated with respect. And to get respect, we need to give it. Therefore, it is always my humble appeal to all present here to conduct yourself appropriately.
Question 9. Recent rains and consequent water-logging have increased the risk of malaria and dengue. Write a speech in 150-200 words to be delivered in the morning assembly advising the students on prevention of and protection against these ailments and the steps that the school has taken to prevent mosquito breeding in and around the school. Imagine you are the Principal of the school. (10 marks) [CBSE Delhi 2015] Answer: A very good morning to my colleagues and dear students. It is more a good morning today, because after so many days, finally today, it is not raining. It is nice to be out in the sun but dear children, we need to be really careful. Recent rains and consequent water-logging have increased the risk of malaria and dengue. Be it your school or home, the conditions are the same. At school, fogging has been done by municipal authorities. As you can see, the school looks cleaner today.
We had employed more workers to get the school compound and its surroundings clean. I know it is still the summer uniform time. But to protect ourselves from dengue and malaria, it is important that full-sleeve clothes are worn. From tomorrow, you all have to wear your winter shirt, along with trousers. Do not worry, all this is only till this risk of dengue and malaria is present. At home also, you can take preventive measures.
Do not allow water-logging in or around your homes, in ditches, drains, potted plants, etc. Maintain cleanliness, so that diseases can be kept at bay. If you are not using water coolers at home, ensure that they are dry and clean. Also try and use mosquito nets, mosquito coils, repellents, etc. After all, prevention is better than cure. Let us endeavour to make us less susceptible to dengue and malaria.
Question 10. Although students have been using cell phones consistently in their daily lives for almost a decade, schools continue to resist allowing the devices into the classroom. Schools generally grapple with new technologies, but cell phones’ reputation as a nuisance and a distraction has been hard to dislodge. Using information given below prepare a speech in about 150-200 words. (10 marks) [CBSE Sample Paper 2016]
Answer: Good morning to one and all. Honourable Principal Sir, respected teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Shalini, am here to share my views on ‘Mobile technology in schools’. Of late, a new teaching-learning tool has come in our midst—the mobile devices. Critics believe that allowing these devices will only encourage their non-educational use in school. They feel that they will be a significant distraction for teachers and students. They also feel that it is a potential tool for cheating.
But I feel that if used judiciously, its benefits outweigh its negative points. These days, it has stopped being only a toy for entertainment and has in fact gained momentum as a learning tool. Students are more motivated to finish lessons on mobile devices than through traditional textbooks and workbooks. Using mobile technology makes students get more involved in classes. They correct mistakes in real time and are more excited to do the task. It is also cost effective for schools who need not purchase technology for students.
Teacher authority might be undermined when mobile technology is allowed in classroom. But at the end of the day, the job of the teacher is to be the simulator and to guide the students. The only thing that changes is the traditional books. When used the right way, mobile technology has the potential to help students learn more and comprehend that knowledge. Though in India, not every student has a mobile at home. We can use this technology to make learners aware of how mobiles can be used for more than just to play games or to listen to music. Privacy issues should be considered and tracking of cookies should be done. Ail this will facilitate proper learning and help learners not deviate from the goal.
Question 11. The use of tobacco in cigarettes and other forms is a great health hazard. People do not pay much heed even to the statutory warning on cigarette packs. On the occasion of ‘No Tobacco Day’ write a speech in about 150-200 words about the hazards of tobacco, giving arguments for your stand. You are Shalini/Suraj of Greenfields Public School. (10 marks) [CBSE Sample Paper 2016]
Answer: Good morning to one and all. Honourable Principal Sir, respected teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Shalini, am here to share my views on the ‘Hazards of Tobacco’. Tobacco no matter which form it is, like cigarettes (even light or filtered), cigars, chewable tobacco or huqqa, is a silent killer. Though tobacco does not kill anyone directly, but the large number of toxic chemicals including nicotine that are found in such products cause various illnesses.
Of these prominent are various pulmonary and pregnancy related complications. The most notable ill effect is cancer. Many people might say that they are healthy and young. Thev would quit later on in life. However, they fail to understand that the smoking is similar to corrosion. It is a slow but an irreversible process. The death rate of smokers is twice than that of non-smokers.
People who smoke compromise with their life. They have bouts of cough with phlegm, feel weak and have a low stamina, become breathless easily and so on. People do not pay much heed even to the statutory warning on cigarette packs. Non-smokers also fall a victim to second hand smoke and suffer from various deadly diseases. At the end, I would like to say, ‘Quit tobacco live long!’ It is the best gift you can give to yourself and your family.
Question 12. Due to incessant rains during the past few’ weeks, the Army has launched ‘Operation Megh Rabat’ in Naoshera, Rajouri, Thanamandi and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir in coordination with the civil authorities for search, rescue and relief of people. Taking cue from the picture write a speech in about 150-200 words to be given at the Republic Day programme in your school, applauding the role of the army and the need to boost their morale. You are Shalini/Suraj of Greenfields Public School. (10 marks)[CBSE Sample Paper 2016]
Answer: Great are the heroes who lay down their lives fighting for the country. Also great are those who without caring for their own safety help people in the hour of need.
Good morning to one and all. Honourable Principal Sir, respected teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Suraj, am here to express my views about, ‘Our Indian Army’. Our heroes, the army men fight at the border for the country. Be it rain, snow or thunderstorm, they are forever there to help us lead a safe life. We sleep without fear every night without thinking of an impending attack by the enemy; all thanks to them. These heroes spend sleepless nights at the border to ensure that we sleep peacefully. Not only at the border, these men also coordinate with the civil authorities for search, rescue and relief of people.
Be it the incessant rains in Uttarakhand, Mumbai, Tamil Nadu and Jammu and Kashmir or the floods in Assam and Bihar, we find the army always at the forefront searching and rescuing people. Just like a true friend, they are always there in the hour of need. Due to incessant rains during the past few weeks, the Army has launched ‘Operation Megh Rahat’ in Naoshera, Rajouri, Thanamandi and Poonch districts of Jammu and Kashmir in coordination with the civil authorities for search, rescue and relief of people.
We find many other such programs to help the civilians. Let us not forget these people when we see them on the road. A simple smile and ‘Thank You’ when you see these people will help a long way. It will boost their morale. On this Republic Day, let us all salute these great men who help us live peacefully every day.
Question 13. Write a speech in 150-200 words on ‘Benefits of early rising’ to be delivered by you in the morning assembly of your school. You are Karuna/Karan, Head Girl/Head Boy. (10 marks) [CBSE Delhi 2016]
Answer: Honorable Principal Ma’am, respected teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Karuna, stand before you to express my views on ‘Benefits of early rising’. All of us have heard the famous saying “Early to bed and early to rise makes a man, healthy, wealthy and wise”. But how exactly is rising early beneficial.
An early riser has many advantages over the late riser. In early morning, nature is at its best. Early rising enables us to breathe fresh morning air and enjoy a variety of natural sights which a late riser can’t even dream of. The early riser finds time to do exercises, yoga and meditation, which are most beneficial when done in the morning. It will keep the person calm, happy and energetic throughout the day. Early rising enables us to start our day’s work early when the mind is fresh and there are no distractions. It also helps plan out our day which is not possible for a late riser who would be virtually running to get things done.
It is also said that whatever is studied early in the morning is retained for a longer time. The early riser has no hurry to do his work. They have sufficient time to do their work thoroughly. You can also help your parents with household chores. With all these benefits of rising early, I am sure all of us should start rising early. After all, it is the early bird that catches the worm.
Question 14. Write a speech in 150-200 words on the topic, ‘Library plays an important role at School’. It is to be delivered in the morning assembly. You are Karuna/Karan, Head Girl/Head Boy. (10 marks) [CBSE Delhi 2016]
Importance of Library
Respected Principal Sir, teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Karuna, stand before you to present my views on the importance of library at schools.
The school library is integral to the teaching and learning process. It facilitates the work of the classroom teacher and ensures that each student has equal access to resources, irrespective of home opportunities or constraints.
The modern trend in education is to encourage students to collect their own information from various sources. From this point of view, reading in a library itself is a part of school education. A library is indispensable for such modern methods of teaching as problem-solving method, project method, assignment methods supervised study, etc. Thus, a library is the hub of intellectual activity in a recognised school and plays the same part, for all subjects, as does a laboratory for science subjects, or a workshop for technical subjects.
Not only for academic purposes, for earnest readers, school library is a boon. In today’s age, where the reading habit is dying fast, it helps in cultivating reading habits from a young age itself. Reading forms character of a person. What better place to start such a good habit, then our very own school library. Let us resolve to use our school library to the full, for that is what can make us not only intellectuals but also good individuals.
Question 15. Write a speech in 150-200 words on the topic, ‘A student must know how to manage his time’. It is to be delivered in the morning assembly. You are Karan/Karuna, Head Boy/Head Girl of the school. (10 marks) [CBSE (Al) 2016]
Answer: Good Morning everyone. Respected Principal Sir, teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Karan, stand before you to express my views on ‘Time management’. This my friends is especially important for all of us. Especially with the board exams and entrance exams round the corner, I feel it is only appropriate to stress on this most important commodity-Time. It is a challenge to score well in board exams as preparation for entrance exams are also going on.
For my friends who would not be taking the boards this year, well, managing time is equally important for all of you as well. Time management is the way one organises and plans how much time is required for specific activities. Good time management leads to greater productivity and efficiency; a better professional reputation and lesser stress. It also leads to better opportunities. Poor time management can lead to missed deadlines, inefficient workflow and a stalled career.
One needs to understand and control the interruptions and judiciously manage time. Set your goals and work hard towards achieving them. The most important way to manage time is to stop procrastinating- Stop saying ‘I will do it later’. There is never a better time than now. I hope we all have learnt the value of time. Now, without wasting more of your precious time, here is wishing all the best for all the exams.
Question 16. Write a speech in 150-200 words on the topic, ‘Discipline shapes the future of a student’. It is to be delivered in the morning assembly. You are Karuna/Karan. (10 marks) [CBSE (Al) 2016]
Answer: Honourable Principal Sir, respected teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Karuna, stand before you to express my views on the topic, ‘Discipline shapes the future of a student’. Discipline means order or code of behaviour. It is the key to success. One needs to inculcate a sense of duty and obedience in life to be successful. Self-discipline is essential not only in student life but is important in all walks and ages of life. The absence of a structure in life leads to absolute chaos and confusion in life. Self-discipline needs to be inculcated early in life. It helps to promote restraint, builds self-confidence. It balances personality and inculcates good work ethics.
Discipline is a must whether we are at school or home. In today’s life, where there is a cut-throat competition and time is extremely precious, self-discipline is the most essential quality. Through self-discipline will come concentration which will in turn help a student to scale new heights. Discipline includes a system in our personal and public life. It creates an order, that is easy to follow. With order comes structure, time management, and a systematic rhythm of our lives. So from today, let us aim to be more self-disciplined.
Question 17. Write a speech in 150:200 words to be delivered in the morning assembly on the topic, ‘Water, a valuable asset, conservation at home and at school’. You are Karuna/ Karan. (10 marks) [CBSE (Al) 2016]
Answer: Imagine a time when water becomes so costly that we have to pay to use water for our daily needs. Imagine how it would be to pay through our noses for drops of water. Whether such a situation remains a fantasy or becomes a reality is up to us. Honourable Principal Sir, respected teachers and my dear friends. Today, I, Karuna, stand before you to present my views on the topic ‘Water, a valuable asset, conservation at home and at school’. Water is the unique source of life. Without water, we cannot imagine the life here.
Water is considered an endless source of renewable energy, but what if we keep on wasting it and one day it becomes a non-renewable source. With most of the organisms on this planet dependent on water for living, would it not lead to a war? Already many communities around the world are running out of water. Construction of desalination plants, reservoirs or importing water seem too costly remedies, but this would be the only solution left if we do not take immediate measures to conserve water at home and at school. Simple measures like closing the tap when not in use and saving water from contamination would help. We can save water at home by making smart choices like rainwater harvesting and recycling of water.
Everyone should be aware of the water shortage rules and restrictions and strictly follow in their own area. Water conservation techniques should be promoted on every news media, such as TV, newspaper, radio, FM, community newsletters, bulletin boards, banners, etc. People should be more active in their area to report (to their owner, local authorities, water management of district) any problems related to water loss through broken pipes, errant sprinklers, open hydrants, abandoned free-flowing wells, etc. With all these measures, we would surely be able to conserve water for our future generations.
Question 18. Regular practice of yoga is useful in maintaining good health. It is also important for good concentration and peace of mind. You are Shivam/Shabnam. Write a speech in 150-200 words to be delivered in the morning assembly of your school, highlighting the impact of yoga in our life. (10 marks) [CBSE 2019 (1/1/1)]
Answer: Good morning friends. Today, I am going to speak on the importance of yoga in a . person’s life. Human beings are made up of three components-body, mind and soul, corresponding these there are three needs-health, knowledge and inner peace. Health is a physical need, knowledge is our psychological need and inner peace is our spiritual need. When all three are present, then there is harmony.
Yoga gives us relief from countless ailments at the physical level. The practice of the postures (asanas) strengthens the body and creates a feeling of well-being. From the psychological view point, yoga sharpens the intellect and aid in concentration; it steadies the emotions and encourages caring for others. The practice of breathing techniques (pranayama) calms the mind. In the realm of the spiritual yoga, brings awareness and the ability to be still. Through meditation, inner peace is experienced. Thus, yoga is a practical philosophy involving every aspect of a person’s being.
It teaches the evolution of the individual by the development of self-discipline and self-awareness. Anyone irrespective of age, health circumstances of life and religion can practice yoga. Yoga helps to discipline our sense of power with the power of our own. If we peep into the benefits of yoga, there are numerous. It improves physical fitness, stress, controls general well-being, mental clarity and greater self-understanding. People of all ages can do yoga and it can also be adapted for people with disabilities or special needs. The asanas enhance muscle strength, coordination, flexibility and can help keep our body fit, control cholesterol level, reduces weight, normalises blood pressure and improves cardiovascular performance.
Question 19. You are concerned about the cleanliness of parks, roads and even your school premises. In spite of various measures taken by local and school administration, lack of cleanliness is still a problem. You are Namita/Keshav. Prepare a speech in 150-200 words to be delivered in the morning assembly of your school on the topic, ‘Cleanliness is the Responsibility of AH’. (10 marks) [CBSE 2019 (1/1/1) Set I]
Answer: Good morning, respected Principal, teachers and my dear friends. I am Keshav. I study in Class XII. Today, I would like to speak on the topic, ‘Cleanliness is the Responsibility of AH’. Cleanliness is very important in our life from all the aspects. Cleanliness means absence of dirt, dust, stains and bad smells from the surrounding areas. They say that cleanliness is another name for godliness and rightly so. Nature provides us unadulterated and raw natural beauties. But man has acted as the greatest villain. We have polluted and deteriorated the environment beyond redemption.
Here, I would like to remind you all that inspite of various measures taken by the local and school administration, students are not helping the management in keeping our surroundings clean. They are supposed to support in keeping the school compound and verandas clean. But the findings point out to the contrary. It is sad and shocking that some students of junior classes have decided that it is not their job to keep the s’thool clean and tidy. They litter the school compound and verandas with left-overs after having their lunch.
This act of theirs makes the school look unclean and untidy. Others throw garbage and rubbish not in the dustbins placed in the field but on the floors in the verandas. A few students also dirty the walls by making pencil or ink marks on the walls of the classrooms. Many students don’t observe a decent toilet culture. They don’t help in keeping the campus and the classrooms neat and clean. It is the duty of each and every student to keep the school and its surroundings neat and clean.
The school is a temple of learning. And this temple of learning must maintain its sanctity and cleanliness. We should not litter the school compound, verandas and classrooms with rubbish and left-overs. Let’s make and maintain our school a pleasant place which reflects cleanliness, decency and decorum.
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Answer the following question as per instruction: Speech Writing : Imagine that your college has organised an 'elocution competition' and the topic of the competition is 'Save Trees, Trees Save'. Prepare a short speech with the help of the points given below : Providers of human needs, ecological balance, rain showers, etc.
Good morning everyone. A very welcome to one and all present here. Today on the occasion of World Environment Day, I would like to share my thoughts about the importance of saving trees. Trees are a great part of our planet. Humans & other life cannot survive on this planet without trees. They are a valuable gift of nature to us. Hence, we should honour the presence of trees. It has been for a long time that people have understood the importance of trees. Our country is the pioneer of the idea. As it is always said that whatever we do to our nature they always repay us. The same way trees repay us. Trees give us a lot of benefits. Right from food, wood, houses, furniture, etc .... trees provide us with many useful things. They give us fuel to burn, fruits to eat, spices & also many beneficial medicines. They also provide us with oxygen that quite essential for we humans. They help in reducing pollution & they are food for animals in the environment. Now-a-days, we have promoted deforestation to a great extent nature than encouraging afforestation. Due to which there are a lot of problems & consequences that are being faced by all the living & non-living things in nature. Global warming has increased for our future generations. Hence, it is an alarming time for all of us to realise & understand the importance of trees & saving our environment. Each & every citizen should feel responsible for this & take a certain initiative in several ways to promote & be a part of this cause "Save Trees, Trees save". Thank you for your valuable time & patience.
You are Sampreet, an educationist. You have noticed that the youth of today are often unable to cope with stress and become frustrated and bitter. Write a speech in 125 ‒ 150 words to be delivered at a collage function on 'Youth, their problems and solutions'.
After Independence India has seen a steep upward trend in the graph of corruption. The public has often become disgusted and disappointed. As Venkat, a well known journalist, write a speech in 150 ‒ 200 words on 'Corruption, its causes and solutions'.
Media has a strong hold on society. Write a speech in 125‒150 words on how media influences public opinion to be delivered in the school assembly.
You are Amit/Anita, Head Boy/Head Girl of your school. You have been asked by your principal to deliver a speech in the morning assembly on 'Importance of Punctuality in a student's life'. Write your speech in about 120 words
You are Kiran. You have been asked to give a speech in the morning assembly on 'The Importance of Value Education in School.' Write the speech in about 120 words from the notes given below:
* Academics not enough * Values stay lifelong * Values bind family, society * Schools inculcate values * Personality development
Your are Ali/Alia, Head girl/Head boy of your school. You are deeply disturbed by the rising cases of aggressive behaviour of students in your school. You decide to speak during the morning assembly about it. Write a speech on 'Indiscipline in Schools'. (150 – 200 words)
Your PGT English Ms. Geetha is a short story writer also. 'Sky is not Far' is a collection of her latest short stories. This book has won a national award. Write a speech in 150-200 words you will deliver in her honour in the morning assembly.
Sakshi Malik won a bronze medal in Rio Olympics. Every Indian felt proud of her. You, Head girl of your school want to deliver a speech in order to express your feelings. Write the speech in 150-200 words. Apart from your own ideas use the following clues :
After the rainy season is over, mosquitoes start breeding. They cause malaria, dengue, chikungunya, etc. These diseases can sometimes prove to be fatal. As Principal of your school you have decided to deliver a speech on protection from mosquitoes. Write that speech in 150-200 words.
Write a speech in 150-200 words on the topic, 'Importance of Prayer in the morning at School'. You are Karan/Karuna.
Write a speech in 150-200 words on the topic, 'Libary plays an important role at school'. It is to be delivered in the morning assembly. You are Karuna/Karan, Head Girl/Head Boy.
Write a speech in 150-200 words to be delivered in the morning assembly on the topic, 'Beauty of India lies in its diversity'. You are Karan/Karuna.
Mobile phone of today is no longer a mere means of communication. Music lovers are so glued to it that they don't pay attention even to the traffic while crossing the roads. This leads to accidents sometimes even fatal ones.
Write a speech in 150-200 words to be delivered in the morning assembly advising the students to be careful in the use of this otherwise very useful gadget. Imagine you are Principal of your school.
Power shortage has become a norm even in the metropolitan cities. One way to face this situation is by prevention the wastage of power.
Write a speech in 150-200 words on the importance of power in our daily life and how to save power at school and at home. Imagine that you are the Principal of your school.
Prepare a speech on 'Father's Day' with the help of the following points : (1) Man of practical attitude. (2) Thinker of the future. (3) Pillar of family. (4) Greatest family support.
Imagine you have to give a speech on the topic ‘India’s Changing Villages’. Write a speech on it about 100 words.
Answer the following question as per instruction :
You intend to take part in the intercollegiate elocution contest. One of the topics therein is ‘Stop Cruelty to Animals and Birds’. Prepare a speech on it in about 100 words.
Speech Writing:
Write a short speech to be delivered in your college on 'Tree Conservation' on the occasion of 'The World Earth Day,' with the help of the following points (about JOO words): (I) Air, water and noise pollution. (2) Depletion of natural resources. (3) Trees prevent soil erosion. (4) Live in harmony with nature .
Speech Drafting :
Your college has organized an elocution competition. One of the topics therein is ‘Importance of Health’. Prepare a speech on it in about 100 words with the help of the following points :
• Importance of exercise • Importance of yoga • Importance of diet
Prepare a speech to be delivered for District level Elocution Competition. The subject given to you is How to live a happy and joyful. Use the following points: • Live in a stress free atmosphere. • Daily meditation and exercise. • Be in a company of cheerful people. • Take inspiration from great people.
Your college has organised 'A Health Awareness Programme' to emphasise the importance of healthy food and say goodbye to 'Junk food'.
As a class representative, prepare a speech in about 100 words to be delivered during the inaugural function. You may use the following points : (1) Importance of healthy food. (2) Regular and proportional diet, avoiding junk food. (3) Importance of exercise. (4) Add your own points.
Attempt any one of the following: Speech: Prepare a speech to be delivered in the school assembly on ‘Science and spirituality go hand in hand’. Use the following points:
Speech: You are selected as the head boy/girl of your school. You are expected to appeal to the students for growing more trees. Look at the following news to prepare your speech. You may use your own points.
Patan: The fast deforestation in the vicinity is resulting in serious changes in the weather conditions. Scanty rain, migration of birds, rising level of mercury is all due to the loss of proper environment. If we don’t take proper steps in time, we will have to face the penalty
Prepare a speech on Science and Superstitions.
Write a speech on ‘Courtesy is the light of life’ with the help of the following points.
Imagine you have to deliver a speech on 'Independence Day' or 'Republic Day in the school assembly. Prepare a speech to deliver on 'My dream India/The India I dream of'.
Used the steps given below:
Work in a group and prepare and present a speech on ‘How to Achieve Success.’ (You may take the help of the poem).
Visit your college library or search the internet for at least five speeches of different renowned personalities of the world. Write the speeches in your notebook and submit them to your teacher.
How to prepare a speech.
With the help of the steps given above write speech on the following topic - Equality: A blessing.
With the help of the steps given above write a speech on the following topic - Duties of an ideal citizen .
With the help of the steps given above write a speech on the following topic - Merits of democracy .
With the help of the steps given above write a speech on the following topic - Freedom of speech .
With the help of the steps given above write a speech on the following topic - Advantages of education .
With the help of the steps given above write a speech on the following topic - Unity in Diversity .
There is a common belief that cities have always flourished only after human intrusion over nature. Write a speech expressing your opinion about it.
You are going to participate in an Interschool Elocution Competition. The subject given to you is ‘How to Achieve Success in Life.’ Draft a speech to present it, in the competition.
Draft a speech to be given during the farewell for Standard X, on the topic ‘Changes, I would like in School Education of our State’.
Imagine your school invites Malala to preside over celebration of ‘Children’s Day’. Draft a welcome speech for this noble young girl. Gather her biodata from the Internet.
Dialogue writing/drafting speech.
1. Dialogue writing
A) Prepare a dialogue from the jumbled sentences. (1)
B) Complete the following dialogue. (1)
A: Where do you spend your holidays B: _________________. A: Why do you like the place? B: _________________.
C) Write a dialogue of minimum Three meaningful exchanges on ‘Importance of games and sports in daily life'. (3)
2. Drafting Speech
Prepare a speech on ‘The trees are our best friends’. You may use the following points:
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The supervisor of your class is going to retire after 28 years of service in your college. You have been selected to deliver a speech at the farewell function arranged by the college staff and the students. Prepare a speech to be delivered at this occasion in about 120 words.
All over the world there is a growing awareness about the problems of climate change. Your college is observing ‘Earth Day’ on April 22. Draft a speech in about 120 words to be delivered before your college students on the need to support the cause.
Your college NCC unit has undertaken a cleanliness drive in your town. Prepare a speech that you would give as an NCC captain.
You can use the following points.
Imagine that as a part of the Republic Day celebrations, your college has organized an elocution competition. Prepare a speech in about 120 words on: My Idea of India as a Developed Country.
Prepare a short speech in about 120 words to be delivered before your class on ‘Blood Donation.’
Prepare a speech to be delivered by you in the ‘Interschool Elocution Competition,’ on account of the ‘Teacher’s Day’.
Topic: ‘Salute to the teachers’
Prepare a speech to be delivered by you on account of the Republic Day.
Topic: ‘How to build a new India.’
“Teenagers are never too young to teach others a thing or two - be it about technology or environment”. This is the topic on which Shirin/Sharad, the Head Girl/Head Boy of your school has to deliver a speech, during the morning assembly. Write the speech within the given word limit.
Prepare a speech to be delivered in your school assembly on the topic:
'Giving is Receiving'
Use the following points:
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You have been appointed as the Head Boy/Head Girl of your school. Write a speech on this occasion. You may include the following points.
Speech Writing:
The impact of social media on teenagers is becoming severe. Being a responsible part of the Student Committee of your school, deliver a speech on the topic. You can use the hints given below.
You wish to take part in the elocution competition which is organised by your college cultural committee. Prepare a speech on the topic "Mask for safety".
Imagine that you are the general secretary of your school cultural committee. Write a speech on 'The trees are our best friends' with the help of the following points:
Mental illnesses affect 19% of the adult population, 46% of teenagers and 13% of children each year. However, only half of those affected receive treatment, often because of the stigma attached to mental health. Draft a speech discussing importance of mental health awareness and effective strategies to promote mental health.
The prose selections, Deep Water and Indigo, bring out the importance of overcoming fear, in order to be able to lead our lives successfully.
Imagine yourself to be a motivational speaker who has to address high school students. Write this address in 120 – 150 words elaborating on occurrences from the two texts to inspire your audience and to convince them about the importance of overcoming fear.
You may begin like this …
Good morning, students!
We all know what it’s like to be afraid. Fear is our body’s natural response to a perceived threat or danger. But when …
Write a speech on 'An Indian Farmer' in about 100-150 words.
Prepare a speech on 'The place of women in Indian society' in about 100-150 words.
Prepare a speech on ‘Health and Diet’.
You may use the following points:
You are an active member of an NGO working for water conservation. Prepare a speech for the school children/students where you are invited on the eve of ‘World Environment Day’ to guide them about water harvesting. Your speech should not exceed 150 words.
You have been chosen to address a student gathering from the neighbourhood schools to speak on the resilience of human spirit required to transcend discrimination. Prepare the speech draft in not more than 120 words, referencing the common themes in Nelson Mandela: Long Walk to Freedom and The Trees by Adrienne Rich.
You may begin this way: Good morning, everyone. Today, I'd like to discuss two pieces of literature that offer a powerful insight into the resilience of the human spirit required to transcend discrimination.
You may end this way. To conclude, I’d like to say that ... Thank you
Imagine you are preparing for an elocution competition and you wish to speak on the topic "Green Revolution." Draft a speech in about 150 words on the given topic.
Drafting a speech:
Prepare a speech to be delivered in your school assembly: The topic given to you is:
“Nothing is more important than self-study.”
You are going to participate in an Elocution competition arranged by your school on “Living a Better Life.” Write a speech on the given topic with the help of given points:
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Example 1. Write a speech to be delivered in the school assembly as Rahul/ Rubaina of Delhi Public School emphasises the importance of cleanliness, implying that the level of cleanliness represents the character of its residents. (150-200 words) "Cleanliness is next to godliness," said the great John Wesley.
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Speech Writing 10 Examples based on previous question papers. 1. Write a speech in 150-200 words on 'Benefits of early rising' to be delivered by you in the morning assembly of your school. You are Karuna/Karan, Head Girl/Head Boy. (10)
8. Information Transfer. 9. View Counterview. 10. Interview. 11. Speech Writing. Maharashtra Board HSC English Writing Skill comes under Section D of the syllabus and if you are good at writing then you can score quality marks in this section because in this section it is all about your basic writing skills.
It is important to note that the written speech should consist of small sentences having not more than 10 to 12 words in a sentence. ♦ Value Points: Greet your audience and introduce the topic you are speaking on. The introduction part of the speech is the most important part. It is this part which decides the impact of the speech.
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Imaginative and persuasive writing have been part of classroom writing, enshrined as these forms are by the NAPLAN testing regime; informative writing we may consider as lower order but discursive and reflective writing are less easy to dismiss. Discursive writing, in particular, should be examined closely
Speech Writing Format: Body. Speech Writing Format: Conclusion. Speech Writing Examples. Speech Writing Examples 1: Inspirational Speech. Speech Writing Example 2: Commencement Address. Speech Writing Example 3: Persuasive Speech. Speech Writing Example 4: Informative Speech. Speech Writing Example 5: Motivational Speech for a Team.
1. Prepare the speech so as to complete it in a reasonable span of time. 2. Keep all relevant facts and figures updated and ready to quote. 3. Sentences should be short and to the point but grammatically correct. 4. Keep quotations, witty sayings and proverbs handy to make the speech interesting. 5.
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5 + essays 5+ dialogue writing 3+ expansion of ideas 10+ speech writing 10+ letters (formal ... ssc & hsc english writing skill. hsc accounts notes. hsc ocm notes. hsc economics notes. hsc secretarial practice notes. 2019 board paper solution. hsc english set a 2019 21st february, 2019.
Speech Writing Class 12 Format, Examples, Topics, Samples. The purpose of a speech is to convey one's thoughts or opinions, share information with or spread awareness among a large number of people. A good speech has clarity of thought and expression, the accuracy of facts and an unbiased view of issues. Keep the speech to the point.
There is 1 module in this course. Fundamentals of Speechwriting is a course that enhances speechwriting skills by deepening learners' understanding of the impact of key elements on developing coherent and impactful speeches. It is aimed at learners with experience writing and speaking who wish to enhance their current skills.
OMTEX CLASSES: Speech writing for School Students. XII (12) HSC XI (11) FYJC X (10) SSC. 9TH 5TH 6TH 7TH 8TH PRINTABLE FOR KIDS. HSC BOARD SOLUTIONS: YEAR 2019 YEAR 2020. SSC BOARD PAPERS.
Advertisements. Answer in Brief. Answer the following question as per instruction: Speech Writing : Imagine that your college has organised an 'elocution competition' and the topic of the competition is 'Save Trees, Trees Save'. Prepare a short speech with the help of the points given below : Providers of human needs, ecological balance, rain ...