[Writing Skills] Class XI: Speech Writing

 Speech Writing

 Speech refers to a formal address or discourse delivered to an audience.

 1. Heading– The heading should be catchy and in not more than 5-6 words. You can go as creative as you want with this one just make sure you do not devote too much time to it in the exam.

 2. Opening line- This includes salutations, introduction, and the topic.

Example – Respected Principal, teachers, and my dear friends! Today, I (the name is given in the question) stand before you all to speak on the topic “(given in the question)”.

OR

 you could start with a quote related to the topic and then go with the salutations and introduction.

3. Body- It is the main part of your writing piece.

4. It is always prescribed that you begin with a short introduction on the topic, it’s meant to be precise.

5. Then you need to explain the current situation, the problems (if any), and whether after any corrective actions, betterment in the situation has been observed or not.

6. It may include advantages/ disadvantages depending upon the topic in question.

7. Now here, it is important you follow a sequence. It is possible that you have too many points or very few points. When you have a lot of varied points, it is better you choose a few best ones and write a line on each. In case you have very few already, explain them in at least two lines each.

8. You have to completely follow the prescribed word limit in a limited time frame so just do not go on writing and writing.

9. Most important- Always begin with your strongest point. You can accommodate the weaker ones in between and end with another strong point.

10. It is very important that you do not deviate from the topic. There are chances you may get ideas linking from one to another that may deviate you from the main point. You have to refrain from doing so.

10. Solution/concluding paragraph- Now, it is to be remembered that wherever you elaborate a problem, you always have to mention the steps being taken to improvise the situation and suggest a few solutions as well.

 Now, it would be great if you could add a few quotes relating to motivating the people to take action.The concluding line, thanking the audience for their cooperation and their patience. It is very important to conclude what you have started.

 SPEECH WRITING: IMPORTANCE OF CLEANLINESS

Suggested value points:

• Importance of Cleanliness – School, home & Surroundings

• Present status

• Prevents diseases

• Need to practise?

• Reflects the character of the nation

• Benefits of Cleanliness

• Conclusion

 Sample Question
Q1. As Mukul / Mahima of Alps Public School, Write a speech to be delivered in the school assembly highlighting the importance of cleanliness suggesting that the state of cleanliness reflects the character of its citizens. (120-150 words)

 In the words of the great John Wesley,

“Cleanliness is next to godliness. ” Good Morning respected principal, teachers, and my dear friends. Today, I, Mukul/Mahima, stand before you all, to highlight the importance of cleanliness.Cleanliness is the state or quality of being clean or being kept clean. It is essential for everyone to learn about cleanliness, hygiene, sanitation and the various diseases that are caused due to poor hygienic conditions. It is crucial for physical well-being and maintaining a healthy environment at home and at school. An unclean environment is an invitation for a lot of mosquitoes to breed in and spread deadly diseases. On the other hand, not maintaining personal hygiene leads to a lot of skin problems and decreased immunity.

 The habits learnt at a young age get embedded into one’s personality. Even if we inculcate certain habits like washing hands before and after meals, regular brushing and bathing from a young age, we are not bothered about keeping public places clean. For this, on 2nd October, 2014, the Indian Prime Minister launched a nation-wide cleanliness campaign, “Swachh Bharat” to provide sanitation facilities to every family, including toilets, solid and liquid waste disposal systems, village cleanliness, and safe and adequate drinking water supply. Teachers and students of schools are joining this ‘Clean India Campaign’ very actively with great fervour and joy.

Good health will ensure a healthy mind, which will lead to increased overall productivity resulting in higher standards of living, thus developing the economy. It will boost India’s international image. Thus, a clean environment is a green environment with less people falling ill. Cleanliness, hence, is defined to be the emblem of purity of mind.
Thank you.

  Q2)To enforce strict discipline in schools and colleges is a great problem nowadays. Write a speech in 120-150 words to be delivered in the school morning assembly on the problem of  discipline. You are Mohini/Mohit.

Respected Principal Sir, teachers and dear friends, I am Mohit of Class Xl-B. Once Swami Dayanand rightly said, Discipline is necessary not only in schools and colleges, but in all walks of life. Absence of discipline will lead to chaos and confusion in life." Today, I will speak on the value of discipline in life.

 Discipline is the key to keeping things in order. It is absolutely essential for the growth and development of an individual and a healthy society. It is indispensable for everyone in all spheres of life, i.e., at home, school, playground, society, in service, public life and everywhere.Discipline must be inculcated early in life. If a child is allowed unchecked freedom, it becomes wayward. Student life is the most integral time of life. Hence, the value of discipline in academic life cannot be underestimated.

Proper counselling and guidance by parents and teachers can help the students to maintain discipline. Punishment, physical or financial, cannot be a corrective measure.

Thank you.

Points to remember-

1.Heading or Title  (optional not to be spoken)

Discipline

The title of the speech should be apt, precise and exact.

2. Formal address - Respected Principal Sir, teachers and dear friends, I am _________ (your name) of Class Xl.

3. Content - subject matter of the speech (body of the speech)

4.Expression

-Grammar, vocabulary and spelling
-Coherence, relevance of  ideas and style

5. Formal thanks to audience