1. What are the elements of a written speech? Write briefly on the points. No discussion needed. 2. What are the basic elements of a narrative essay? Just write them with a very short discussion
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Elements of a written speech
1. Grabber:
A grabber is used to open your remarks, connect with your audience and capture their attention.There are many techniques you can use to draw listeners in, including:-
•Stories.
•Literary references.
•Quotations.
•Jokes (use with caution!).
•Commentary about a news story or current event.
•Relevant personal experiences.
2. Subject
Explicitly state the subject of your remarks.
Example: “I’m here today to talk about the role of mentors in our work.”
3. Message
Related to the subject but more specific, the message is a single sentence that encapsulates what it is you will communicate through your speech. Your message includes the thesis or point you intend to illustrate for your audience.
4. Theme
A theme can be an image, a metaphor or a powerful word that adds interest to your remarks. A theme offers language that unifies the points in your speech, pulling your words together.
For example, a relevant theme in a speech about mentors might be ‘navigation’. The incorporation of language that reflects the theme of navigation (e.g. direction, compass, pathways, journey) can add interest, imagery and power to your speech. It can also support idea generation for other speech elements.
5.Structure
There are a number of ways you can structure your remarks. It’s best to think of your message as your thesis or position and then structure your remarks in terms of making the case.
A number of different structural approaches can be used depending on the message and subject matter. For example, a speech can be structured by:-
•A chronological comparison such as ‘past’ vs ‘present’ or ‘present’ vs ‘future’.
•The ‘ways’ or ‘reasons’ your main idea or message is true.
•The ‘steps’ that have been taken or are underway for achieving a goal or vision mentioned in your message.
•The ‘challenge’ you are facing and your ‘response’ to it.
Basic elements of a narrative essay
1. Plot
The plot is thought of as the sequence of events in your narrative. The plot includes background information, conflict, the climax of the story, and lastly, the conclusion.
Many writers use the plot to map out their stories before beginning the full writing process. For fiction or non-fiction writing, this can work wonderfully as an outline. On a smaller scale, poets can use the concept of plot to plan the flow of their poems.
2. Setting
When you're reading and feel like you've been transported to another universe - that's setting. This element of the narrative is incredibly important. Setting establishes the time, place, and environment in which the main characters or narrator operates.
3. Characters
Characters create your story. Characters are the reason your readers fall in love. Characters keep you up at night.
Invest time researching your character's identities, behaviors, circumstances, and motivations. All of this will help you to create a world that readers (and you) are invested in whole-heartedly.
4. Point of view
Establishing a point of view in your story or poem is essential. This allows readers to understand the motivations behind why the story is being told.
While it can be challenging to craft a consistent point of view, mastering the narrative will provide your work with the guiding voice reader's crave.
5. Theme
The theme of a work should be clear. While this seems like a fundamental literary element, the theme helps to focus a narrative. Additionally, having a focused and clear theme will help you and publishers to market your book to the right audience.