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What makes a successful speech? First, you should have a good speech script (稿子) so that your ideas
and language can attract people's attention. And some skills are necessary, too. Here are some suggestions on
giving great speeches:
◆Beat nerves
Relax yourself before and when making a speech. Practice your openingsentence three or four times.
This will help make a sure start and a successful speech. When you stand on the stage, think of the audience
(观众) as your family members and friends.
◆Keep it natural
Natural body languages will help your speech: smile, stand straight and look at the audience. Do not drop
your head or play with a pen. Also, dressing yourself nicely will help the audience feel respected.
◆Pace and pause (节奏和停顿)
Pace and pause add color to your speech. Speak fast enough to keep people excited and slowly enough
for people to fully understand you. After an important point, pause for a moment. It'll change the atmosphere
(气氛) in the audience.
Tips on giving speeches
| Main tips |
Things to do |
Advantage |
| Speech script |
Have good 1_______ |
People's attention is attracted. |
| Suggested 2_______ |
A: Practice opening sentence three
or four times.
B: Think of the audience as your
family members and friends. |
A: This can give you a sure start.
B: This can help 3_______. |
|
A: Smile, stand straight and look at
the audience.
B: Dress yourself formally. |
A: These 4_______ will help your speech.
B: The audience will feel respected. |
|
A: Speak fast enough sometimes and
slowly enough other times.
B: Pause after an important point. |
A: People are kept 5_______ and can
5_______ you.
B: The atmosphere in the audience will be
changed. |