Write a short (two to three pages) evaluation of this speech, covering the

following items.

1. Name, title, and/or position of speaker

2. Subject, date, and time of speech

3. Occasion for speech, including sponsoring group

4. Location of speech (describe the physical setting in detail)

5. Mode of presentation (impromptu, memorized, read from 

6. Discussion of appropriateness and effectiveness of mode of 

7. Description and discussion of speaker’s voice

8. Discussion of appropriateness and effectiveness of rate of speaking 

9. Discussion of appropriateness and effectiveness of loudness of 

manuscript, extemporaneous, etc.)

presentation

(including the use of pauses)

presentation (including any problems with equipment, such as 

microphone noises)

10. Discussion of speaker’s vocal variety.

11. Discussion of speaker articulation, enunciation, pronunciation, or 

12. Discussion of speaker’s use of body language (including facial 

13. Suggestions you would give this speaker for improving presentation 

dialect

expressions, eye contact, movement, gestures, and appearance

skills….yes, you may include suggestions!