Content

Delivery

Language

Speech Development
0-5 Points

• Did it have clearly defined Opening, Body and Conclusion?
• Was it easy to follow?
• Did it have a logical sequence?
• Was the purpose clear and well defined?
• What support material was there?
• Were facts, examples, illustrations or humor used to enhance the message?

Physical
Appearance, Body Language
0-5 Points

• How did the speaker look?
• Did the clothes/colors/accessories enhance or detract from the effectiveness?
• How was the stage area and lectern used?
• Did the body language contradict or reinforce the message?
• Were the gestures effective/ meaningless?
• Did the eye contact cover and hold the audience?

Appropriateness
To speech purpose and audience
0-3 Points

• Was the language used compatible with the speech?
• Was it compatible with the audience?
• Did the word pictures sell the speaker’s ideas?

Effectiveness
0-5 Points

• Was the purpose accomplished?
• Was it of interest to the audience?
• Was it relevant to the topic?
• How did the audience respond?

Voice
Flexibility, Volume
0-5 Points

• Did the voice convey the correct feelings for the message?
• Did it have variations of rate and emphasis?
• Was the volume adequate and varied and was the microphone used effectively?

Correctness
Grammar, Pronunciation and Word Selection
0-2 Points

• Did the speaker use correct grammar?
• If slang or misused grammar was present, did it make a point?
• Was it intentional or a mistake?
• Were the words chosen appropriate to the message?
• Were they appropriate to the audience?

Speech Value
0-5 Points

• Was there a clearly defined message?
• Did the message develop logically?
• Did it lead to a conclusion?
• Were the ideas original or a re-hash of other material?
• Was it in good taste?

5

Manner
Directness, Assurance, Enthusiasm
0-5 Points

• Did the speaker appear sincere, concerned for the audience?
• Did the speaker appear confident?
• Did the audience believe the message?
• Did the style, pace and demeanor build a link with the audience?
• Did the speaker show enthusiasm for the message?