Oratorical Speech Grade 8.pptx

oratorical speech

1. Oratorical Speech Jamie Alexa B. Sulit

2. WHAT IS AN ORATORICAL SPEECH? An oratorical speech is one that aims to inform or persuade an audience, in support of a particular viewpoint. The topic of an oratorical speech can be anything, so long as you are passionate about it. The art of oratory has been around for a long time and has its roots in ancient Greece. 

3. 7 Oratory Tips

4. ORATORY TIP 1: PICK THE RIGHT TOPIC In choosing a topic, something that appeals to a broad audience and is relevant in a cultural sense is the way to go. Avoid clichés or topics that have been over flogged. You will also have to decide whether to take an informative or persuasive approach. 

5. ORATORY TIP 2: RESEARCH EXTENSIVELY Your sources must be reputable and of high quality. Don’t use only one source, the more the better. This will make your claims appear more grounded to your audience. Give your audience a mix of numbers and stories, numbers to appeal to their sense of logic and stories to appeal to their emotions. Also, research on the opposing arguments, so you are better prepared to counter any opposing arguments should they arise.

6. ORATORY TIP 3: HOOK YOUR AUDIENCE Your introduction needs to speak volumes. A word, phrase or story that embodies your message and will grab the attention of your audience, is your best bet. Give the audience an overview of your speech and what they stand to gain by listening to you. A real-life case study will be great, it will help your audience see the forces at play and also help them understand your perspective.

7. ORATORY TIP 4: BACK UP YOUR MESSAGE Stating facts and figures that support your argument will indeed give you the credibility you need.  Use examples and real-life scenarios to buttress your point. If you can relate your message to the immediate environment (location) and situation of your audience, Bravo! 

8. ORATORY TIP 5: DISCUSS THE OPPOSING ARGUMENT If your topic focuses on a popular subject, chances are that there are going to be individuals who see things very differently from the way you see them.. Your counter-arguments should rely on facts and irrefutable evidence. This way, your audience has no choice but to agree with you. The ability to present both sides of the argument will work in your favour .

9. ORATORY TIP 6: THE DELIVERY How an oratorical speech is delivered in no small way contributes to how well it is received by the audience. Rehearse your speech out loud, first in public and later in front of a test audience. Make eye contact with members of the audience. Memorize your key points. Use your voice to great effect. Don’t use a monotonous voice throughout.  Connect with your audience, by way of personal stories and body language.

10. ORATORY TIP 7: CONCLUDE ON A HIGH End with a banger, so as to leave a lasting impression on your audience. Remind them of what your speech was all about, your key points and tell them what they should take away. For example, if your speech is on racial discrimination, at the end of your speech, urge your audience to be better, to do better. Encourage them to be a part of the solution and not just passive observers.