PART I: SHORT RESPONSE

Write a response to the following prompt using proper APA Style.

Prompt: You will select a topic for your ceremonial speech. Limit the scope of your topic based on the idea that you can present the actual speech in four to seven minutes.

Step 1: Review the information presented in Module 8 that explores ceremonial speeches. In particular, focus on the situations in which you might need to present a ceremonial speech and principles to use to present a ceremonial speech effectively.

Step 2: Select an occasion or situation for your ceremonial speech.

Step 3: In a word processing document for this assignment, determine and enter the following information about your topic:

o Description of the setting (occasion or situation) for your ceremonial speech

o Description of the audience for your speech (you get to define your audience)

o Topic

o Specific purpose

o Thesis

o Question based on thesis

o Three to five main points

Step 4: Save and submit your document. Remember to use proper APA Style.

PART II: SPEECH

Modules 5 through 8 Homework Assignments will be a continuation of the speech process. You will construct your speech by answering the following prompt, which will be given at the beginning of each homework assignment. This is a step-by-step process. As long as you read the textbook, read the online material, and complete the activities, you will not encounter much difficulty.

Prompt: The Internet is home to worldwide content, which can be informational and sometimes controversial. Should the Internet be censored by the government? Develop a persuasive speech that argues for or against having the government censor the Internet. You will construct a traditional, five-paragraph speech (introductory paragraph, 3 body paragraphs, concluding paragraph) that answers this prompt. The total length of pages should not exceed 3 typed pages.