Speech

While both versions care for speech more than actions, the Norton version puts a bigger emphasis on it. When speaking, Medea is exceedingly deliberate in getting the response she craves. “Women of Corinth, I have stepped outside so you will not condemn me. Many people act superior- I’m well aware of this. Some keep it private; some are arrogant in public view” (Page 751 Lines: 212-215). The act of stepping out into the light is a form of acknowledging the women already view her in an ill manner…

Giving a speech is not a very simple task to take. Many individuals think that making a speech is just a simple task to take that could be done in minutes but little does one know, that there are many strategies and considerations before performing a speech. Also thinking that no one will ever remember what the person said in their speech but chances are, if the speaker refers something that might offend the audience then the speech will turn out to be offensive to one. Talking in public or in…

First Amendment to the Constitution guarantees that all Americans have the right to free speech and expression, and the government shall not be infringed upon this right. Throughout time there has been disagreements with society such as hate speech. Many argue that it should be protected under the First Amendment and I strongly disagree with them. There is a major difference between free speech and hate speech. The two types of speeches still express how people of society feel just with a slight…

well established for the people, by the people. The First Amendment to the US Constitution states in part: “Congress shall make no law... abridging the freedom of speech, or of the press; or the right of the people peaceably to assemble, and to petition the government for a redress of grievances.” (US Consitution, Am. 1) Freedom of Speech is one of the most rapidly developing aspects of the doctrine that our nation was built on and for good reason. The 20th and 21st centuries have brought about…

The freedom of speech, granted within the first amendment to the constitution, allows the sharing of people’s views and opinions without fear of censorship. This right has been essential for the development of ideas and the success of democracy. It has been discussed; however, that this right is paradoxical in nature making it much more complicated than it seems to be. The paradox of free speech, as some argue, stems within the tolerance it demands the intolerant and has caused much debate as to…

In this world today, there are those who greet the day with zeal and zest, but also those who do so with only ever weary and pessimism. In his commencement speech at Maharishi University of Management, dated May 24th, 2014, Jim Carrey strives to inspire the graduates of class 2014 to go out into the world with vigor and ardor. He speaks with the intention and mindset to praise and extol the graduates, as a commencement speaker generally will. We learn a little bit more about the audience by…

For my informative speech, I decided to discuss the topic of coding and why it would be useful for anyone to learn how to code. I mainly focus on informing my audience on web design coding languages such as HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Part of the informative speech process is for one to reflect back and to critique oneself. Critiquing oneself is a process that involves four main aspects of the speech. These four main aspects are: vocal delivery, physical delivery, speech content, and…

When creating my informative speech, I had to determine when I was presenting this information too which in the case is will be my professor. Then I decide what presentation to use, which in this case this is an informative speech. Before I started, I needed to create a delivery outline for my speech. When creating this outline, I had to think on how to communicate the ideas by trying to convince the audience on how to create and present an informative speech does not take as much time as they…

Betsy Elrod Jenna Walters Section 311 Informative Speech Video Assignment Upon completing my informative speech on grocery store bakery cupcakes versus homemade cupcakes I was pleasantly surprised. I reviewed my main points, but didn’t try to memorize my speech. I could have done a few things better, but overall I believe I did well. I personally think that I improved from my demonstration speech to my informative speech. The introduction to my speech went very well in my opinion. I knew what…

There’s a reason why freedom of speech is a principle human right. Free speech acts as the core of all liberties. It reinforces all other human rights, allowing society to develop and progress. Yet a growing intolerance from the left side of the political spectrum is threatening Americans’ ability to freely express beliefs without fear of retaliation. The ability to express our opinion and speak freely is essential to bring about change in society. A free society depends on the free exchange of…