Rhetorical Purposes and Conclusion Techniques

This final section of the guide focuses on the various purposes of rhetorical devices and provides examples for concluding a speech analysis effectively.

Rhetorical Purposes: The guide lists numerous purposes for using rhetorical devices in speeches, including:

• Establishing a personal relationship with the audience
• Making the audience feel understood
• Triggering emotions
• Creating a sense of urgency
• Simplifying complex ideas
• Appealing to the listener's conscience
• Emphasizing key points
• Creating vivid mental images
• Entertaining or amusing the audience
• Criticizing or satirizing

Highlight: Understanding the purpose behind each rhetorical device is crucial for a thorough speech analysis, as it reveals the speaker's intentions and strategies for persuasion.

Conclusion Techniques: The guide offers several examples of how to conclude a speech analysis:

Example: "All in all, it can be said that..."

Example: "To put it into a nutshell..."

Example: "The message of the speech is clear and simple: ..."

It also encourages personal reflection and evaluation:

• Assessing the speaker's knowledge of the subject
• Identifying any manipulation of facts
• Expressing personal opinions on the speech's effectiveness
• Describing the emotional impact of the speech

Vocabulary: Pervert (in this context) - To twist or distort the truth or facts.

Highlight: A strong conclusion in a speech analysis not only summarizes the key points but also provides a personal evaluation of the speech's effectiveness and impact.

Introduction to Speech Analysis

This section provides a framework for beginning a speech analysis, offering examples of how to introduce the context and purpose of a speech. It emphasizes the importance of identifying key elements such as the speaker, audience, and main objectives.

Example: "The speech delivered on... by..., at that time, deals with...."

The introduction should cover:

• When and where the speech was delivered
• Who the speaker is
• The intended audience
• The main focus or topic of the speech
• The speaker's aims or goals

Highlight: The introduction sets the stage for the entire analysis, providing crucial context for understanding the speech's significance.

The guide also suggests ways to describe the speaker's intentions:

• Canvassing for a particular cause
• Attempting to persuade the audience
• Stirring emotions or reactions from listeners

Vocabulary: Canvassing - Soliciting support or votes for a particular cause or candidate.