Chapter 1 Public Speaking—An Overview 公众演讲:综述 1
1.1 Introducing Public Speaking 1
1.2 Importance of Public Speaking 7
1.3 Features of English Speeches in Movies and TVs 13
1.4 The Importance of Learning Public Speaking from Movies 19
1.5 Questions for Discussion 21
1.6 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 21
Chapter 2 Preparing a Public Speech 演讲稿的准备 22
2.1 Selecting a Topic 22
2.2 Supporting What to Be Said 34
2.3 Organizing of Our Speech 47
2.4 Beginning of Our Speech 62
2.5 Ending of Our Speech 77
2.6 Outlining Our Speech 87
2.7 Rehearsing Our Speech 91
2.8 Questions for Discussion 92
2.9 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 92
Chapter 3 Varieties of Public Speaking 演讲的种类 94
3.1 Speaking Informatively 94
3.2 Speaking Persuasively 99
3.3 Speaking to Entertain 105
3.4 Speaking from Manuscript 106
3.5 Speaking from Memory 108
3.6 Speaking Extemporaneously 108
3.7 Speaking Impromptu 110
3.8 Answering Questions in a Press Conference 112
3.9 Answering Questions in English Speaking Competitions 116
3.10 Questions for Discussion 120
3.11 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 120
Chapter 4 Language in Delivery 演讲的语言因素 121
4.1 Rhetoric and Public Speaking 121
4.2 Public Speaking and Daily Conversation 148
4.3 Questions for Discussion 151
4.4 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 152
Chapter 5 Vocal Factors in Delivery 演讲的声音因素 153
5.1 A Perfect World of Sound 153
5.2 Pronunciation: Say the Words Correctly 154
5.3 Articulation: Speak Clearly 155
5.4 Volume: We Must Be Heard 157
5.5 Pitch & Intonation: Make Our Voice Varied 159
5.6 Tone: Be Consistent with the Subject Matter 160
5.7 Rate:Don’t Speak Too Fast 160
5.8 Pause: Let It Sink in 161
5.9 Timbre 163
5.10 Register 164
5.11 Questions for Discussion 164
5.12 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 164
Chapter 6 Humor in Delivery 演讲中的幽默 166
6.1 The Importance of Humor in Public Speech 166
6.2 How to Be Humorous in Public Speaking 172
6.3 The Pitfalls of Using Humor in Public Speaking 179
6.4 Questions for Discussion 180
6.5 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 181
Chapter 7 Aids & Tools in Delivery 演讲中的辅助手段和工具 182
7.1 Using Tools to Aid Our Speech 182
7.2 Advice on Handling Aids and Tools 187
7.3 Questions for Discussion 188
7.4 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 188
Chapter 8 Body Language & Anxiety in Delivery 演讲的体态语和焦虑对策…189
8.1 Body Language & Nonverbal Communication 189
8.2 Functions of Nonverbal Factors in Public Speech 193
8.3 How to Manage Our Body Language 194
8.4 Anxiety in Public Speaking 197
8.5 Questions for Discussion 202
8.6 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 202
Chapter 9 English Debate 英语辩论 203
9.1 English Debate: The Basics 203
9.2 Preparing a Debate 207
9.3 Strategies and Techniques of Debating 211
9.4 Critical Thinking and Fallacies in Debating 215
9.5 Common Fallacies in Debating 218
9.6 Appreciating an Example of Debating 223
9.7 Questions for Discussion 227
9.8 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 227
Chapter 10 Speaking on Special Occasions 特殊场合的演讲 229
10.1 Introducing & Opening 230
10.2 Award Giving 233
10.3 Award Receiving 235
10.4 Toasting 237
10.5 Tribute 239
10.6 Eulogy 241
10.7 Debating 242
10.8 School Opening & Valedictory 243
10.9 Election Campaign 245
10.10 Inauguration Address 246
10.11 Business Presentation 247
10.12 Opening & Closing Ceremony 249
10.13 Sermon 253
10.14 Farewell 255
10.15 Class Presentation 256
10.16 Court Opening & Summation 258
10.17 Questions for Discussion 259
10.18 Topics for One-Minute Speech Practice 260
Bibliographies & References 261