Special Occasion Speeches #1 - Mastering the Toast Time: 2 - 3 minutes Objectives: * Recognize the characteristics of a toast. * Present a toast honoring an occasion or person. #2 - Speaking in Praise Time: 5 - 7 minutes Objectives: * Prepare a speech praising or honoring someone, either living or dead. * Address five areas concerning the individual and his/her accomplishments. * Include anecdotes illustrating points within the speech. #3 - The Roast Time: 3 - 5 minutes Objectives: * Poke fun at a particular individual in a good-natured way. * Adapt and personalize humorous material from other sources. * Deliver jokes and humorous stories effectively. #4 - Presenting an Award Time: 3 - 4 minutes Objectives: * Present an award with dignity and grace. * Acknowledge the contributions of the recipient. #5 - Accepting an Award Time: 5 - 7 minutes Objectives: * Accept an award with dignity, grace and sincerity. * Acknowledge the presenting organization. |