Speech/Talk

How to write a Speech. Here are some guidelines you should follow when giving a speech or a talk. Lets
look at a sample question: You recently won the Best Student Award in your school. You have been
asked to give a talk during assembly to share tips with the other students on what they need to do so
that they too can become successful students. Use the following notes to write your speech.

Suggestions: be organised obey school rules

set goals complete homework on time respect everyone

be motivated prepare well for exams Avoid:

pay attention take part in co-curricular wasting time

activities
ask questions skipping school

When writing your speech, you should remember to:

address your audience use all the points given

state the purpose of the speech end your speech appropriately

E.g
Introductory Paragraph: Third Paragraph
1. address your audience 1. point 5 (be organised)
2. introduce yourself 2. point 6(complete homework on time)
3. state the purpose of your speech 3. point 7 (prepare well for exams)

Second Paragraph Fourth Paragraph

1. point 1 (set goals) 1. point 8 (take part in co-curricular activities)
2. point 2 (be motivated) 2. point 9 (obey school rules)
3. point 3 (pay attention)
4. point 4 (ask questions) Fifth Paragraph
1. point 10 (respect everyone) 2. point 12 (avoid skipping school)

Sixth Paragraph Final Paragraph

1. point 11 (avoid wasting time) 1. conclude appropriately
Here is a sample answer.

A very good morning to our beloved principal, Pn Laila Mohd Noor, senior assistants, teachers
and friends. On this glorious morning, I, Gary Tan the recipient of this years Best Student Award am
going to give a talk on How to Become a Successful Student. In my speech, I am going to share with
you some tips on how you can be a successful student.If you want to be successful, you must set goals.
Research shows that people who set goals accomplish more than those who do not. In deciding your
goals, ask yourself What do I want to be? and What do I do to get there? Besides, you must be
motivated. When you are motivated you will have a strong desire to do well and to achieve your goals.
In addition, you must pay attention in class. Listen actively and focus on what the teacher is teaching. If
you have disruptive classmates, sit in front of the classroom, away from them. Always ask questions if
you do not understand. Seek clarifications from your teachers or your friends if you are shy to approach
the former.Another important tip to being a successful student is to be organised.You can use a planner
or notebook to write down all your assignments when they are given. This way you will not forget your
homework, dates of tests or projects. Remember, if you are organised you will be well- prepared and
you will have less stress. Moreover, you must complete your homework on time. Homework helps
reinforce what you have learnt. It helps you understand and remember the information. You must
prepare well for exams. A successful student is one who prepares for exams well in advance, and not at
the eleventh hour. If you study consistently, you will have ample time for revision.Friends, to be a
successful student you must have diverse interests.You should take part in co-curricular activities in
order to become a well-rounded person. These activities help develop leadership skills and teamwork
besides instilling values like cooperation and tolerance. Discipline is an important aspect of our lives. No
matter where you go or what you do, you will be subjected to rules and regulations. Hence, it is crucial
that you obey the school rules.

Dear friends, what is success if you lack the common courtesies in life? Remember,you must
respect everyone. You must respect your parents, your teachers, the school staff and also your friends.
You must respect other peoples feelings and opinions. There are also several things you must avoid if
you want to be a successful student. You must avoid wasting time. These days many teenagers spend
hours on social networks such as Facebook or playing computer games. These are a waste of time and
will not benefit you in any way. Remember, Time and tide wait for no man. Also, avoid skipping school.
Some students feel that school is a waste of time as they can learn better from their tuition teachers.
This is not true. The teachers in our school are experienced and well qualified. They are also experienced
examiners and they know how to impart knowledge effectively.I have to stop here. I hope you have
found my talk helpful. Thank you for listening attentively.