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The conclusion summarizes the main ideas.

The speech ends without a summary.

Delivery

6. Demonstrates awareness of listener’s needs.

Points

Criteria

The choices of language, examples, and aids work together to heighten the

listener’s interest and connection to the topic.

The speaker’s word choices, explanations, and enthusiasm are appropriate

for the topic and for each point; appropriate aids are incorporated.

The presentation is uninteresting.

7. Speaks clearly with appropriate vocabulary and information.

Points

Criteria

The vocabulary is descriptive and accurate, engaging the listener through

imagery.

The vocabulary provides clarity and avoids confusion.

The vocabulary is awkward or inappropriate for the topic, making the speaker

difficult to understand.

8. Uses tone, speed, and volume as tools.

Points

Criteria

The speaker manipulates tone, speed, and volume, using these tools to

emphasize important ideas and hold the listener’s attention.

The speaker avoids distracting vocal fillers or physical mannerisms and uses

adequate speed and volume throughout the presentation.

Vocal fillers are present throughout the presentation. Speed and volume are

inappropriate for the presentation.

9. Demonstrates complexity of thought and vocabulary.

Points

Criteria

Variation of sentence structure and word choice works to keep the listener

interested and provides multiple examples and descriptions.

Sentence structure and word choice are varied to avoid monotony of tone and

repetition of ideas.

Sentence structure and word choice are monotonous and uninteresting.

10. Appears comfortable with audience.

Points

Criteria

Eye contact, interaction with aids, and physical gestures demonstrate the

speaker’s energy and interest, guiding the listener through the presentation.

Eye contact, interaction with aids, and physical gestures are natural and fluid.

Eye contact with the audience is lacking. Gestures are missing or awkward.

The speaker depends heavily on the written speech or notes.

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