"Hidden World of Chili Peppers"

Blog Post two due: Answer questions on “Hidden World of Chili Peppers” speech in Appendix. Oct 6

Online Analysis of Informative Speeches
Complete this analysis and post your answers on your blog.

Objective: Help the student to compare and contrast two models of informative speeches, paying attention to required elements of the assignment.

General observations:
1. What are the general purposes of each speech?


Both speeches are designed to inform.


2. What would be the specific purpose for the Chili Pepper speech?


This speech is designed to inform the audience of chili peppers:
their history, why they can be hot and what to do about it, and some non-culinary uses.


3. What is the Central Idea (thesis) for each speech?


Chili Pepper - inform about the diversity of peppers


AcuPuncture - inform about the process of acupuncture and some medicinal uses


4. How do the speakers catch attention?


CP - Visualization technique
AP - Personal story


8. List statistics cited in one of the speeches.


CP -linked text

1. "Carolyn Dille and Susan Belsinger, authors of The Chili Pepper Book, estimate that nearly 25 percent of the world’s adult population uses chili peppers as a regular part of their daily diet."

 11. Consider both speeches. First give one example of a transition between two main ideas in one speech. Second, give one example of a transition in the second speech. In other words, what do the authors say to smoothly go from one point to a new point?


CP - Now that we know a bit about the history of chili peppers, let’s see why they can put such a fire in our belly.


AP - Let's start by looking at a typical acupuncture treatment (318).


Evaluative Comments:
1. Choose one of the two speeches: Why do you think that this speech is an effective example of an informative speech?


 I think the Chili Pepper speech is effective as an informative speech for the following reasons:
it builds interest, credibility for the author, flows effectively through informative points, uses data for support, uses visual aids to enhance the presentation, and gave me more knowledge I previously lacked with regard to the peppers.

Welcome to My World

Your name: Marc Derendinger


Topic of your speech: Rugby


General purpose: To inspire


Specific purpose statement: My specific purpose is to inspire my audience by the beauty of rugby.


Introduction: In 1823, William Webb Ellis first picked up the ball in his arms and ran with it. And for the next 156 years forwards have been trying to work out why."
Sir Tasker Watkins dryly summed up the game in 1979. The funny thing about Rugby, is how little people know of its rules. "I think you enjoy the game more if you don't know the rules. Anyway, you're on the same wavelength as the referees." Jonathan Davies, A Question of Sport BBC TV (1995).

Credibility step: I have been trying to understand rugby for 10 years, but admittedly I have only played it for one. As a follower of the sport, you see the passion and inspiration poured out onto the pitch.

Central idea: This passion is what I would like to talk to you about, the beauty, found in the least likely of places, on the battlefield of rugby.


Preview: Road map for the audience your main points. (May be part of central idea).

1. Introduction: My life as a rugby player.
1. "In 1823, William Webb Ellis first picked up the ball in his arms and ran with it. And for the next 156 years forwards have been trying to work out why." Sir Tasker Watkins dryly summed up the game in 1979.The funny thing about Rugby is how little people know of its rules.
2. Quote by famous athlete. How the quote relate to my topic.
1. "I think you enjoy the game more if you don't know the rules. Anyway, you're on the same wavelength as the referees." Jonathan Davies, A Question of Sport BBC TV (1995). I have been trying to understand rugby for 10 years, but admittedly I have only played it for one. As a follower of the sport, you see the passion and inspiration poured out onto the pitch.
3. Bible verse
1. John 15:13 NIV "Greater love has no one than this: to lay down one’s life for one’s friends." This love, often found represented in sports or during great times of trial, can portray the deepest and truest shades of beauty.
2. My purpose today.
1. This passion is what I would like to talk to you about. This beauty, found in the least likely of places; found on the battlefield of rugby.
3. Past experiences rugby matches that are memorable.
1. First experience with detail.
1. To be part of a rugby match is more than to watch two teams battle. The singing moves us to such a level of camaraderie, feelings of community that can move one to tears. The last rugby world cup I watched was full of such moments. The Ireland and Georgia match was arguably the most spirited and motivating sagas in years, and moved many to tears as Georgia struggled to be victorious, only to come up short in bitter defeat. What was most memorable was the way in which they continued to dig deep and pull off a victory against Namibia. This moved everyone as the Georgians had debuted merely four years prior; a testament to their dedication and ethic.
2. Second experience with detail.
1. A more personal opportunity to share in this adventure presented itself to me while watching a friend play. He and his teammates struggled year round to perform at their peak, only to be repeatedly outmatched by their competition. Nevertheless, their ethic and sportsmanship earned them the respect of all they interacted with. This inspiration paved the way for me to follow in their steps.
4. What rugby tells you about my personality, aspirations and philosophy of life.
1. As I am moved to continually represent Christ throughout my daily life, I feel Rugby can allow one of the greatest outlets. In maintaining a high level of sportsmanship and a Christian ethic, Rugby can be a great tool to evangelize with.
5. Conclusion: sum up, challenge, end with quote.
1. As we get this rugby club off the ground here at NU, I challenge you all to come out and feel the Spirit move through the sport!
1. 1 Timothy 4:8 “Physical training is good, but training for godliness is much better, promising benefits in this life and in the life to come.” (NLT)