On Public Speaking
When people are asked to give a speech in public for the first time, they usually feel terrified no matter how well they speak in informal situations. In fact, public speaking is the same as any other form of【1】that people are usually engaged in. Public speaking is a way for a speaker to【2】his thoughts with the audience. Moreover, the speaker is free to decide on the【3】of his speech.
Two key points to achieve success in public speaking:
―【4】of the subject matter.
―good preparation of the speech.
To facilitate their understanding, inform your audience before hand of the【5】of your speech and end it with a summary.
Other key points to bear in mind:
―beware of your audience through eye contact.
―vary the speed of【6】
―use the microphone skillfully to【7】yourself in speech.
―be brief in speech; always try to make your message【8】. Example: the best remembered inaugural speeches of the US presidents are the【9】ones.
Therefore brevity is essential to the【10】of a speech.