Chapter Twenty-Six Special Occasion Speeches

Chapter Twenty-Six Table of Contents zFunctions of Special Occasion Speeches zTypes of Special Occasion Speeches*

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches zSpecial occasion speech yA speech prepared for a specific occasion and for a purpose dictated by that event*

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches zEntertainment zCelebration zCommemoration zInspiration zSocial Agenda Setting*

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Entertainment zSpeaker’s main purpose is to entertain those in attendance. zListeners expect a lighthearted speech that amuses them.*

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Celebration zRecognize the person(s) or event being celebrated. zListeners expect the speaker to praise the subject of celebration and to cast him or her in a positive light.*

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Commemoration zTo remember by ceremony a notable person, place, or event zOccur on important anniversaries*

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Inspiration zInspire audiences as well as pay homage to the person or event being commemorated.*

Functions of Special Occasion Speeches: Social Agenda Setting zEstablishing or reinforcing the goals and values of the group sponsoring the event*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches zSpeeches of Introduction zSpeeches of Acceptance zSpeeches of Presentation zRoasts and Toasts zEulogies and Other Tributes zAfter-Dinner Speeches zSpeeches of Inspiration*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Introduction zA short story with the two goals of preparing the audience for the speaker and motivating them to listen to what he or she has to say*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Introduction zWhen Giving an Introduction Speech: yDescribe the speaker’s background yBriefly preview the speaker’s topic yAsk the audience to welcome the speaker yRespond to introduction*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Acceptance zA speech in which the recipient expresses gratitude for the honor bestowed upon him or her, and acknowledges others who have contributed to his or her success*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Acceptance zWhen Giving an Acceptance Speech: yPrepare yReact genuinely and with humility yThank those giving the award yThank others who have helped you*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Presentation zA speech in which the speaker communicates the meaning of the award and explains why the recipient is receiving it.*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Presentation zWhen Giving a Presentation Speech: yConvey the meaning of the award yTalk about the recipient of the award yConsider the physical presentation*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Roasts and Toasts zRoast yA humorous tribute to a person, one in which a series of speakers will jokingly poke fun at him or her zToast yA brief tribute to a person or event being celebrated*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Roasts and Toasts zWhen Roasting or Toasting: yPrepare yHighlight remarkable traits of the person being honored yBe positive yBe brief*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Eulogies and Other Tributes zEulogy yA tribute praising a deceased person zOne of the most difficult and challenging speech occasions*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Eulogies and Other Tributes zWhen Delivering a Eulogy: yBalance delivery and emotions yRefer to the family of the deceased yCommemorate life—not death yBe positive but realistic*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: After-Dinner Speeches zA lighthearted and entertaining speech delivered before, during, or after a meal*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: After-Dinner Speeches zWhen Making an After-Dinner Speech: yRecognize the occasion yAvoid stand-up comedy yThe after-dinner speech serves as a form of social agenda setting*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Inspiration zA speech that seeks to uplift the audience and help them see things in a positive light*

Types of Special Occasion Speeches: Speeches of Inspiration zWhen Making an Inspirational Speech: yUse real-life stories yBe dynamic yMake your goal clear yUse a distinctive organizing device yClose with a dramatic ending*