• Who is the most inspiring speaker you've ever listened to?
• What makes a speech memorable?
• Have you ever given an inspiring speech? What was it about?

• Rhetorical Devices
  • Anaphora - Repetition of words at the beginning of sentences
  • Metaphor - Comparison between two unlike things
  • Tricolon - Series of three parallel words or phrases
  • Antithesis - Contrasting ideas in parallel structure
• Speech Structure Terms
  • Hook - Attention-grabbing opening
  • Cadence - Rhythm of speech
  • Call to action - Motivational ending that prompts audience response
  • Crescendo - Building up to a powerful point

• What are some of the challenges Barack Obama faced in his upbringing?

• What role does Obama say education plays in various careers? [02:45]

• What national challenges does Obama mention that education can help address? [03:27]

• What advice does Obama give to students regarding hard work and practice? [08:06]

• What does Obama urge the students to consider regarding their future contributions to the nation? [09:53]

In pairs, choose one of these tasks:

• Analyze a short segment of a famous speech using the vocabulary learned
• Write and deliver a 1-minute inspirational speech using at least three rhetorical devices

✨ Remember: A great speech isn't just about the words - it's about delivery, timing, and connecting with your audience.