9W2 English Assessment 2: Speeches

Year 9 Wai Whanau students are learning about the Olympics. In Global, students are exploring the ways in which sports and politics have an impact on eachother. To further this idea, students are exploring the different components of oral speaking and the ways in which speeches/speech techniques are used in politics. Wai Whanau year 9’s must write a speech that is either persuasive or informational. They must carefully construct their speech and include techniques (anecdotes,counter arguments, scientific research, persuasive language etc.) learned in class to meet their purpose and intended audience.