...The Farewell Speech The farewell dinner was on. The vice president was being given a farewell by the employees with whom he had worked for more than 25 years. Camaraderie, reflections, sharing of thoughts and memories, lots of wine, and plenty of food could sum up the mood of the party. The CEO walked in to join the party and he was soon requested to deliver a short speech looking at the mood and the spirit of the occasion. The CEO, an eloquent speaker, stood up and delivered a great speech, marked with touches of gentle humour, about life after retirement, what the vice president meant to the company and to him personally, how he had reached such heights and yet never compromised his values, and that his exit would be a difficult space to fill in. As the CEO spoke, all eyes were fixed on him. Most employees were serious, watchful, and paying full attention. Some were clearly indifferent. A few proactive listeners, however, enjoyed every bit of what the CEO said which was quite evident from their body language. Their smiling faces, twinkling eyes, and occasional head nods, in agreement with what the speaker said, were indicative of their level of involvement and enjoyment. In other words, they had tuned themselves to whatever the CEO was saying. However, midway through his speech, the CEO sensed that his speech was becoming a little too stretched; he cut short his speech and wished the vice president all the good health and peace. 1. What has happened here? Explain. 2. Did everybody...
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...In this excerpt from Henry VIII, Shakespeare uses allusion, figurative language, and tone to convey Cardinal Wolsey’s bitterness over being unjustifiably removed from his position at court, his regret for his own pride, and his condemnation of royalty’s abuse of the lower peoples. Wolsey’s speech begins with him saying “farewell to the little good you bear me” to his former friends and life, and this tone and ironic use of the word ‘farewell’ reflects his bitterness over being so unfairly removed from his station in life (1). He recounts the story of his rise and fall through a conceit comparing himself to a flower that buds hopefully and then “comes a frost, a killing frost,” referring to his downfall at the hands of King Henry. (8) Wolsey...
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...Farewell Speech Hello class. Thank you all for a great semester. You have watched me improve and excel in my speech skills and I am forever grateful because this will truly be an asset that I can use throughout the rest of my life and when I begin my career. In the career path I have chosen, international business, I know that I will need to rely heavily on my communication skills. The tips and the techniques that I have learned from Mr. Rounds and all of you are incredibly helpful when delivering speeches. From the first speech until this last one, I have grown into a much better speaker. This class has been one to remember. In the beginning, I would have never imagined that I would have opened up as much as I have, especially on the commemoration speech. I can be emotional at times, so I am very proud that I was able to deliver a speech that was so personal without letting my emotions get the best of me. This is because I feel comfortable with all of you because we have exceptionally close for a group of thirty strangers. Throughout this semester, I have not only become a better speaker, but also a better people person. Speech is not something I realized was so important until this semester. Professor Rounds, you have shown me what it means to set a goal and accomplish it. You have shown me what it takes to not only speak in public, but to speak to where people will listen to me in public. I now know how to change the tone of my voice while speaking, as well as how to...
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...The speaker, Dwight D. Eisenhower was the 34th president of the United States. He was a five star general in the U.S. army during World War II and served as supreme commander of the allied forces in Europe. Eisenhower’s farewell address to the nation was the final public speech of Dwight D. Eisenhower as President of the United States. He gave his speech from the white house on January 17th 1960. His speech was broadcasted on television. Eisenhower's Farewell Address was arranged to reach and connect with an ample audience. In his speech, he recalls god, history, nation, and liberty several times.Throughout the entire speech, Eisenhower's tone remains positive and outspoken. One main purpose of Eisenhower’s farewell address was to remind the...
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...ask some few questions from their mother because the future looks scary. Knock come in queen Isabel replied, she saw their faces was not smiling she curious ask them, my daughter, what is the matter and they two bursted in tears. Queen Isabel ran to pet them and gave them a reason to smile. She told them, I will take you to where your father loves to take you to during his days for relaxation. Thank you mom, but with a covered pain in their heart. The echoes of ebb” Johnson’s uses its power of influence to convince the lawmakers to see the reason why he is the best fit for the throne in OPIELO. Johnson’s ambition drives him crazy and begins to give the elders quality fund to buy their honors and integrity and support their decision in favor of him. Queen Isabel compromised her stand. Since the pressure is too much on her. There is a limit to pressure everyone can face”. She was willing to give herself to Elder Moses, “the leader of the lawmakers, who was a great friend to King Titus during his days, hmm! True friends are discovered in term of pains. who also one of the elder’s amidst the Amish family. But despite all the pleading in tears Queen Isabel tried to convince him and his Co- elders about the throne He insisted that the only solution is to feel what the king has been enjoying throughout his days. Hmm! What a great evil that reside in the heart of man. On her way going, there was a message from the spirit of her husband, “Isabel saw a ghost sitting right beside her...
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...Trump and who he is and what his accomplishment was, now I will talk about Former-President Obama's farewell speech and Trump's speech; I will...
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...Farewell Speech The farewell dinner was on. The vice president was being given a farewell by the employees with whom he had worked for more than 25 years. Camaraderie, reflections, sharing of thoughts and memories, lots of wine, and plenty of food could sum up the mood of the party. The CEO walked in to join the party and he was soon requested to deliver a short speech looking at the mood and the spirit of the occasion. The CEO, an eloquent speaker, stood up and delivered a great speech, marked with touches of gentle humour, about life after retirement, what the vice president meant to the company and to him personally, how he had reached such heights and yet never compromised his values, and that his exit would be a difficult space to fill in. As the CEO spoke, all eyes were fixed on him. Most employees were serious, watchful, and paying full attention. Some were clearly indifferent. A few proactive listeners, however, enjoyed every bit of what the CEO said which was quite evident from their body language. Their smiling faces, twinkling eyes, and occasional head nods, in agreement with what the speaker said, were indicative of their level of involvement and enjoyment. In other words, they had tuned themselves to whatever the CEO was saying. However, midway through his speech, the CEO sensed that his speech was becoming a little too stretched; he cut short his speech and wished the vice president all the good health and peace. 1. What has happened here? Explain. 2. Did everybody...
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...Rhetorical Analysis “Washington’s Farewell Address” Everyone knows the famous George Washington who changed our country for the better and played an important role in American history. He served as a president for two terms and although many people wanted him to run for a third term, he did not wish to be reelected. He told the public this news in his famous “Farewell Address” which he wrote in 1796. The speech is analyzed even to this day. I think this is an effective speech because he connects with each and every person in the audience, unites the country, and uses logic and reason to get his points across. While public speaking connecting with the audience is a crucial aspect of an effective speech. In George Washington’s “Farewell Address,”...
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...George Washington’s “Farewell Address” George Washington wrote a farewell speech in 1796, marking the retirement of his leadership of the United States of America. He published his goodbye, titled his “Farewell Address,” in many papers. The long, revised copy of his speech, originally intended to be read at the end of his first term, tells of how he wanted to retire four years previous, but how he had been begged to stay on. He states that he never considered himself to be worthy of leading the country, and then goes on to give his thoughts and opinions of many matters in the government. Looking at the way he had led the country for the previous eight years, and the 45 he had given to serving it, should only make this country want to heed his warnings and advice. George Washington was a great man, with the country’s best interest at heart and mind, and only gave his honest opinion regarding many subjects such as the importance of national union and the constitution. He also spoke of the evils and dangers of political parties and debt, and stressed the importance of religion and morality in our government. In all honesty, no man ever left a more dignified farewell. Many people fought and died to make this country a nation; a whole....
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...George Washington's Farewell Address – A Practical Summary Genova T. Spencer Government 200-S02 Professor Edward Soto June 24, 2013 George Washington's Farewell Address – A Practical Summary George Washington’s Presidential Farewell Address consisted of three critical elements that were considered vital for the functional survival of the country that had just won its independence. On September 19, 1796, President Washington advised the nation to stand together as one united country, warned the people about the dangers of political parties and he established foundational reasons for the country to not become over involved in foreign affairs. These three principles set forth an understanding that was monumental for American society. Their level of importance serves as a near perfect reflection to both the Declaration of Independence and the United States Constitution as the building blocks to a great nation. Each of these three principles, even though they were not written as laws, went on as a tradition for this nation; each being clung to with the same level of importance and integrity as the Founders sought in the aforestated documents of freedom. George Washington’s belief in singular national unity was not just an abstract ideal built without fundamental understanding. It was a pragmatic understanding erected on a clear unifying belief, that in order to maintain a nation to build a singular belief in country; it needed a singular belief in purpose. In his...
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...On July 4, 1939, the fans for the New York Yankees watched Lou Gehrig deliver one of sport's historical moments by reading his speech as he was recently found to be diagnosed with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). When Gehrig stood in front his large crowd, he did not once emphasizes on his dwelling on his diagnosis, instead, he displayed gratitude and thanks for his audience during his speech time. His speech firstly acknowledges the fans, shortly after emphasizes on him to be the luckiest man on earth. His speech eventually develops into series of structured thanks mentioned for those that supported him throughout his career (Teammates, New York Yankees association, New York Giants) which displays a strong case of Ethos. Also, simultaneously...
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...Written in 1796, but never given orally, George Washington’s Farewell Address was a clear end to his two terms as President. In the speech, Washington’s main point is how the newly formed United States can achieve unity that would ensure a strong government. The areas identified by Washington include citizens working together, a no political party system and remaining neutral when dealing with foreign nations. Washington believed that when citizens pull together they achieve more. Probably best evidenced in how he selected people to fill positions in his administration. Rather than choosing his friends, Washington chose the most qualified individuals. Young statesmen such as Thomas Jefferson and Alexander Hamilton provided differing viewpoints eventually putting them at odds with each other and Washington. Yet, Washington was firm in his conviction that the differences in opinion can bring about consensus and compromise. He addressed this point...
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...president of the United States. The position of president was formed when the Constitution of the United States was written and ratified in 1789. Prior to this, the United States government was run based on the Articles of Confederation which hadn’t been working well. It included a weakened central government with very little executive power. The Constitution defined the role of president and included checks and balances for a stronger federal system. It did not however include too many specifics on how a president should carry out his role. As part of this first presidency, George Washington established three important precedents which included a maximum of two terms for a president, a presidential cabinet of his supporters and giving a farewell address at the end of his presidency....
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...This speech opens with Lou Gehrig speaking about the friends he has made during his baseball career and then shifts the focus to the fans when he states, “Which of you wouldn’t consider it the highlight of his career just to associate with them for even one day?” He constantly shows his gratitude to have known his fellow players and associates at the beginning of his speech. He exclaims that Manager Joe McCarthy is “the best manager in baseball today” and Ed Barrow was “the builder of baseball’s greatest empire” to show that he hasn’t taken for granite how lucky he is to play baseball, and it also shows the audience that he’s a thankful person and that makes him more appealing and likeable. He’s a down-to-earth person who doesn’t forget how fortunate he is....
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...Washington’s Farewell Address Analysis George Washington’s Farewell Address (1796) was a speech given to the public before his departure from office. He used this speech to voice his political philosophy before retiring. Today, Washington’s Farewell Address is known as one of the most important speeches in American History because of the advice he gave to the American people. Before stepping down as president of the United States, Washington wanted to highlight some major points that could become the downfall of the nation. The first major point he brings up is the importance of political parties and how the people should be wary of them. Washington stated that, “The alternate domination of one faction over another, sharpened by the spirit...
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