Audience on a Community Gathering Speech
Directions
Think about a special occasion speech that you would like to present on a topic of your choice.
The speech can be for any context and any length, but the purpose must be to commemorate an occasion. See the list of example occasions for inspiration.
Download and answer each question in the Unit 1 Touchstone Template based on the speech you are thinking of: Touchstone1Template.doc
Consider your audience, purpose, and thesis. Answer each of the questions related to audience, purpose, and thesis. Answer in detail, using complete sentences.
Review the rubric to ensure that you understand how you will be evaluated. Contact a Sophia learning coach with any questions.
Review the checklist and requirements to ensure that your Touchstone is complete.
Submit your completed Unit 1 Touchstone Template on Sophia.
Touchstone Support Videos
Connecting your Audience, Purpose, and Message
Analyzing your Audience
Example Speech Occasions
Personal
Speech at a graduation
Toast at a wedding or other party
Eulogy at a funeral
Academic
Presenting an award for academic work (paper, research, report)
Accepting an award for original creative work
Community
Speech at a community gathering (PTA meeting, boy/girl scout convention, town hall, homeowner’s association, athletic league, school board meeting, etc.)
Business
Celebrating staff at a company retreat
Sharing a professional milestone
Submission checklist
_ I have completed all aspects of the template.
_ I have answered each question using complete sentences.
_ My answers demonstrate thoughtful consideration of each question.
_ I have adhered to all of the length and formatting requirements.
_ I have read through the rubric and I understand how my Touchstone will be evaluated.
Requirements
Answer each question with 1 to 3 complete sentences
Your responses should be 275 to 500 words in total
All writing must be appropriate for an academic context
Follow academic writing conventions (correct grammar, spelling, punctuation, and formatting)
Composition must be original and written for this assignment; plagiarism of any kind is strictly prohibited
Use a readable 12-point font, double-spaced with 1-inch margins
Submission should include your name, the name of the course, the date, and the title of your composition
Submit a single file only, including the answers to all questions
Acceptable file formats include .doc and .docx.
Public Speaking Touchstone 1 Template
Complete the following template, including all parts. Fill out all cells using complete sentences, aiming for one to three complete sentences for each cell of the template.
Audience
A1. What is the correct context for the speech? Where and when will it be given? The speech’s context is a community gathering. It will be delivered during an event for reducing pollution in a nearby lake. The ceremony will be held at a town hall.
A2. Who is the audience and what are their characteristics? The audience includes children and adults. They are part of the involved community. A3. Why has the audience come to hear the speech? ...