Churchill Speech.

Don't worry that I have this post up early. You aren't responsible for this critique for a few weeks. I just wanted to post it before I forgot! :)

As we discussed, we are switching the Women's Rights speech for a WWII speech.

Here is a link to the transcript of a speech given by Winston Churchill from the United States on Dec. 20, 1941.

• Text
• Audio
• This audio isn't a complete recording, but it has some good commentary to help you understand the context. 

homework for 11/18

Homework for this week:

• Historical Speech Critique: "Ich bin ein Berliner" Video and text
• Finalize your topic for city council speech
• Plan on delivering speech on Dec. 7 or Dec. 14

Homework for 11/12

1. Complete your first "Historical Speech Critique." Here are the links to "I have a Dream" speech by Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Read it or Watch it
2. Finish your outline for YW in Excellence
1. Here is a link to the story I mentioned right as you were leaving. It is about a couple (told from the woman's perspective) on their LONG and HARD journey to be sealed in the temple. Click here to read it.
3. Read through your entire speech with a timer and see long it is. If it is over 10 minutes, start trimming. 
1. Read to a mirror, a door, a stuffed animal, etc. I liked to practice my speeches to a door... :) 

If you have any questions feel free to call, email, or post a question.

Homework for 10/29

Please be ready for class on 10/29 by completing the following:

• Watch the "Back to School" speech delivered by President Obama in September 2010. CLICK HERE.
• After you watch it, please make a short comment on our blog (2-5 sentences) about what you observed. 
• Brainstorm a few more ideas for your persuasive speech and bring your ideas to class.