SCM-285-85 Principles of Speech
In my Speech course, my first assignment is to give a self-introductory speech. We can be creative and it has to be within 5 minutes. Well, the first creative idea that came to mind is to give a Ugly Betty persona of who I am. I actually began watching the series this past summer, and I fell in love with the show. I completely misjudged its brightness! The characters are unique and are special, especially Betty Suarez. Our lives are paralleled in various ways; for example, our dream: to enter and excel in the publishing business. Other similarities: we have a supportive family, we have socially awkward encounters, and we have a lovely brace face. I want to stand in front of class with red glasses (I'll either find a pair or I'll make one) and a bright-colored outfit, one that Betty would wear. I don't have the outfit yet, but I plan on going to the Thrift Store because it never disappoints. The point of the outfit is to prove that I am beautiful, inside and out no matter what I have on, regardless of what others say. Betty invariably stays true to herself, and I possess the same trait. The content of my speech will highlight the following: background (family, childhood), personality traits, accomplishments, goals, and and an obstacle that I have faced that will be inspirational to others who here it. The delivery of my speech: I think I'm going to speak in my own voice and not Betty's upbeat voice. [ Something to think about!] So, do you like the African American Ugly Betty idea as a self-introductory speech? Be honest, please! If you do like my idea, anything I should add to the Ugly Betty speech? If you don't like the idea, then what is a girl to do?
I like that idea very much. It shows that you are very confident because like Betty, you are not afraid to be different and creative.
ReplyDeletethanks Kourtnay!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea and I love the thought behind it. It takes a lot to be an ugly Betty. People who hide behind the nice clothes and shiny jewelry are not always as secure in thereself as they look. I'd love to hear how your speech goes. I will stay tuned in.
ReplyDeleteThank you Rikki! I will definitely let you know how it goes.
ReplyDeleteIm late on you comment request, but sounds like a great idea i hope it goes. or went well
ReplyDeletethanks Fam3us... actually, I decided not to do the Ugly Betty persona. For a 5-minute intro speech, I don't think it's adequate time for a dramatic dialouge.
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