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Persuasive Speech (Black History) 
Persuasive Speech
Using events portrayed in the movie and speeches, TSW write their own informative speech. These speeches should inform readers/listeners of problems encountered during the civil rights time period. Students may include racial inequality, violence vs. non-violence, adult and authoritative concern and /or excessive force used.
Rubric Code: GX22B72
By mmccoynf
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Subject: English  
Type: Presentation  
Grade Levels: 9-12

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  Needs Improvement

2 pts

Fair

3 pts

Good

4 pts

Excellent

5 pts

Content
50 % Score:_______/ 15
Introduction
5 pts

Score:
Needs Improvement

No introduction or introduction didn't actually introduce topic.
Fair

Introduction lacked enough details.
Good

Introduction gave enough details to cover the speech.
Excellent

Introduction not only introduced the speech, but got the audience's attention.
Body
5 pts

Score:
Needs Improvement

Lack of organization or details.<BR>
No relevant information
Fair

Enough details, but little organization.<BR>
Not very informative
Good

Good organization and details.<BR>
Included informative details
Excellent

Excellent organization, in-depth details, and included a variety of details (facts, stories, specific examples, etc.)<BR>
Included informative details; effectively informing the listener
Conclusion
5 pts

Score:
Needs Improvement

Speech ended abruptly.
Fair

Speech ended with a rushed or confusing conclusion.
Good

Speech ended with an adequate summary of points.
Excellent

Speech ended with a lasting impression!
Style
50 % Score:_______/ 15
Voice
5 pts

Score:
Needs Improvement

Difficult to hear or understand. No expression in voice.
Fair

Could be heard some of the time or somewhat difficult to understand. Little expression.
Good

Could be heard clearly. Good expression and rate.<BR>
Varied voice and pace.
Excellent

Effective volume, diction, rate, and expression were used. <BR>
Appropriate pauses were used.
Eye Contact
5 pts

Score:
Needs Improvement

No eye contact.
Fair

Little eye contact.
Good

Eye contact with some of the audience.
Excellent

Eye contact with all of the audience throughout whole speech.
Body Language
5 pts

Score:
Needs Improvement

Slouched, blank facial expression, fidgeting.
Fair

Some slouching, little facial expression, hand gestures distracting.
Good

Stood straight, appropriate hand gestures, appropriate facial expressions.
Excellent

All body language showed enthusiasm: stood straight, hand gestures emphasized, facial expressions matched speech mood.
Total Score
100 % Score:_______/ 30



Keywords:
  • informative speech, presentation, Black History, English



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