Rasmussen University Speech Essay

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Informative Speech Outline Assignment

For this assignment you will upload the full-sentence outline of your informative speech. Use the “Sample Informative Outline” example provided in Week 4 as a template for this assignment. There’s also an example in our text.

Outlines help in several ways:

1. They help organize your thoughts so your speech is easy to follow.
2. They keep you on track so you don’t research beyond the scope of your speech.
3. They give you a clear idea of how much time it will take to present.
4. They provide notes for you to use when you deliver the speech.

Step One: Choose a topic.

You will attempt to inform your audience by providing novel information on a topic that is relevant to your audience. Choosing a good topic for this speech is key.

Step Two: Do your research.

You will need at least two sources and should provide a list of references at the end of the outline.

Step Three: Organize your ideas.

Follow the speech examples provided.

Be sure to clearly state your thesis and preview your main points in the Introduction, provide section transitions throughout the speech, and cite sources as you present new ideas. Remember to conclude your speech with a re-statement of your thesis.

Step Four: Tailor your speech.

Using your initial outline, begin writing a detailed outline of your speech (e.g. full outline). When you have a complete version of your speech, begin practicing to see if it fits within the window of time given. You only have 7-9 minutes to deliver this speech, so use this practice as a chance to edit yourself. If your speech runs far less than 7 minutes, you need to add more material. If the speech runs way over 9 minutes, you need to cut some material.

As you practice, you can create a speaking outline by shortening statements to phrases or key words. You can also include cues to prompt you throughout the delivery. The speaking outline is a tool to guide you while speaking.

Upload your outline using the submit button below. Use this naming protocol for your document file:

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SAMPLE INFORMATIVE OUTLINE

All main points should be in full sentence form. All transitions should be completely written out in full sentence form. All cites should be written out completely, boldfaced, and clearly demarcated with quotation marks and a parenthetical reference; paraphrases also require a parenthetical reference.

SPEECH TITLE: Chopsticks – History, Use, and Etiquette

SPECIFIC PURPOSE: My purpose is to inform my audience about chopsticks and the correct way to handle them.

THESIS STATEMENT/CENTRAL IDEA: While most of you may be unfamiliar with the Japanese language, visiting Japan does not have to be a culturally awkward experience if you are familiar with one important tradition – the use of chopsticks.

INTRODUCTION:

1. (Attention getter) Minasan, Ohaiyogozaimasu! Genki desuka? Watashi wa hashi ga daisuki desuyo!

2. (Clearly reveal topic/thesis) While most of you may be unfamiliar with the Japanese language,

visiting Japan, or just eating Japanese food, does not have to be a culturally awkward experience if you are familiar with one important tradition – the use of chopsticks.

3. (Reason to listen) It serves us all well to expand our horizons, and to learn about other cultures, and knowing about and learning to use chopsticks properly is one simple way we can all do that.

4. (Establishes credibility) My family moved to Japan when I was seven, and using chopsticks very quickly became a standard activity in everyday living.

5. (Previews main points) Today I’d like to share with you the history behind chopsticks, how to use chopsticks, and Japanese etiquette when eating with chopsticks.

(Transition) To begin with, I would like to give you a brief history of chopsticks. BODY:

a. Chopstick History – Chopsticks originated in China about 5,000 years ago.

i. Those too impatient to wait for their food to cool would use sticks to eat with so they wouldn’t burn their hands.

ii. Around 400 BCE, fuel became scarce, so people began cutting their food into smaller pieces to make it cook faster.

1. This eliminated the need for knives at the table, and chopsticks became a regular eating utensil.

According to the Asian Arts Mall website, the philosopher Confucius also helped spread the popularity of chopsticks…

(< http://www.asianartmall.com/chopstickshistory.htm>)

According to Confucius, “The honorable and upright man keeps well away from both the slaughterhouse and the kitchen. And he allows no knives on his table.”

2. The absence of knives on a table required that the food already be bite-

sized, and under these circumstances chopsticks were ideal to eat with. iii. Chopstick Materials

1. Most chopsticks are made with bamboo since it is inexpensive, can withstand heat and has no taste.

2. But bamboo is not the only material used. Other popular substances include jade, wood, and sometimes bone.

a. According to the California Academy of Sciences’ website on chopstick history, during dynastic times the wealthy would eat with silver chopsticks since it was believed that the tips would turn black if exposed to poisoned food, a myth that has since been proven false. (<http://research.calacademy.org/research/anthropology/ute nsil/chpstck.htm>)

b. However, the hydrogen sulfide in rotten eggs, onions, or garlic

might cause the silver to change color. iv. Difference Between Chinese and Japanese Chopsticks

1. Chopsticks made their way to Japan by 500 CE, although the Japanese altered the original form slightly.

a. Japanese chopsticks have a more rounded shape and come to a point instead of being strictly rectangular all around.

b. They are also shorter at seven inches, than the traditional ten inch Chinese chopstick.

v. Today, chopsticks can be found in a variety of colors and designs. And there are even chopsticks designed for beginners that are connected with a spring to facilitate learning.

Now that you are familiar with the history of the Japanese chopstick, we can move on to how to actually use a pair of chopsticks.

b. Allow me to demonstrate how to use chopsticks

i. To begin, the ends of the chopsticks must be even, and they need to be held in the upper third of their length.

1. Then place the lower chopstick at the base of your thumb, and let the end of it rest on your ring finger.

2. This chopstick will remain stationary.

3. The top chopstick is held between the tips of your index and middle finger, and is held steady with the base of your index finger.

4. To pick up food, you move the top chopstick with your index and middle finger, and you move the top chopstick with your index and middle finger.

ii. As I previously mentioned, knives are not usually present at the Japanese table.

1. To cut foods, press down on them with your chopsticks and spread the

chopsticks apart from each other.

iii. It may sound difficult, but with minimal practice it becomes second nature.

1. If you are looking to become more proficient in your use of chopsticks, you can easily practice with everyday objects; all you need is two bowls and dried beans or other small objects.

2. You can place the dried beans in one bowl and practice transferring them to the other.

Although learning the basics on how to use chopsticks is important, the information is almost useless if it is not paired with the cultural etiquette that comes with using chopsticks.

c. Etiquette – According to the Japan Guide Online, the following are the major etiquette mistakes that many foreigners make, but that should be avoided. (<http://www.japanguide.com/e/e2039.html>)

i. First of all, do not stick your chopsticks into your food, especially rice, since this is only done during funeral services.

ii. Do not pass food from one set of chopsticks to another, since this is also a funeral custom dealing with cremated bones.

iii. It is rude to point with your chopsticks or spear food with them. It is also rude to wave your chopsticks in the air or play with them.

iv. As in American culture, it is impolite to play with your eating utensils in a formal setting.

v. If you wish to take food from a communal bowl and have already used your chopsticks, turn them around and use the other end to bring food to your plate. vi. Lastly, when you have finished eating, lay the chopsticks in front of you, with the tips pointing left.

vii. Without this knowledge it is highly likely that you will unintentionally offend with your eating customs.

To conclude, visiting Japan does not have to be culturally stressful when armed with the knowledge of this important cultural tradition.

CONCLUSION:

1. [Restate main points] We have discussed Chopsticks, we’ve learned the history of chopsticks and their origination in China, how to use chopsticks, and the etiquette necessary to use chopsticks properly.

2. Now that you are more familiar with this important Japanese tradition, you will be able to impress family and friends! But more importantly, you will be able to show respect for Japanese customs and may help alleviate the stereotype of the ignorant American in Japan.

3. Clincher: Ganbatte kudasai! Arigatougozaimashita!

BIBLIOGRAPHY

“Chopsticks History and Legend.” Asian Art Mall.

< http://www.asianartmall.com/chopstickshistory.htm>

“Chopsticks.” History of Eating Utensils. California Academy of Sciences.

< http://research.calacademy.org/research/anthropology/utensil/chpstck.htm> “Chopsticks.” Eitquette. Japan-Guide.

< http://www.japan-guide.com/e/e2039.html>

King, Alyn. “How to Use Chopsticks in Seven Easy Steps.” Gomestic. 12 Aug. 2007 <http://www.gomestic.com/Cooking/How-to-Use-Chopsticks-in-Seven-Easy-Steps.39217>

mee and my friend are both nurses . Would it be nice if the topic is related to this field. Thank you