Informative Speech and Outline

Informative Preparation Outline (20pts)& Speech Delivery (80pts) Guidelines
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Informative Preparation Outline (incomplete sample)
Speech Topic: Two Major Forms of Hula
Specific Purpose: To inform my audience about the two major forms of hula.
Central Idea: The two major forms of hula, Kahiko and ‘Auana, have played an
important role in Hawaiian history, and each have distinguishable characteristics that
make them easily identifiable when performed.
Main Ideas: 1. Uniques form of Hula
2. Kahiho Hula
3. ‘Auana Hula
I. INTRODUCTION
A.
Attention Getter: A Hawaiian Chant E Ila no Kawika o ka heke ao vapua.
Ea ea. Ea ea.
B.
Introduce Yourself:
C.
Credibility Statement: I first started dancing hula at the age of seven. I have
participated In recitals, the Keiki Hula competition, and school functions until the
age of eleven. At the age of 14, I started dancing professionally in a Luau show.
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D.
Relevancy Statement: Living in Hawaii you are bound to see hula
performances. The performers could be strangers, your classmates, or even your
friends. If you have already seen a hula performance you will be able to
recognize if you saw ancient, modern or both hulas after this speech. If you
haven’t yet seen a performance, you will learn how to distinguish between the
two forms.
E.
Central Idea: Today I will tell you about the history of the two major forms of
hula and help you identify distinguishable characteristics of each.
F.
Preview of Speech: The two major forms of hula are:
1. The ancient hula or Kahiko
2. The modern hula or ‘Auana
(Connective Link: Let’s start with the ancient hula.)
II. BODY
A. The ancient hula or Kahiko is a unique form of hula and plays an important role
in the history of Hawaii.
1. In an interview with Kuulei Punua, at her hula studio of forty years, she said
that “For the Hawaiians, hula was their means of history before having a written
language.”
a. Generation after generation the history of the Hawaiian people were
passed on by hulas and the chants accompanying them.
b. Still today, Kahiko can be translated into some Hawaiian history.
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2. Using the hands, the ancient hula usually told the stories of Hawaiian legends
which were of the Hawaiian Gods and Goddesses.
3. When it wasn’t about legends, It was in honor of the Kings and Queens of
Hawaii.
a. Noted Hawaiian Historians, Kelly and Pukui, in their Anthropological
Record “Hula: Historical Perspectives” recorded that such legends as
those portrayed in the ancient hula were long adventurous journeys.
b. A single dance would capture one aspect of the legend.
1). For example, one dance would be about a storm that
one character had gone through while on this Journey.
2). A dance could also be about the anger the characters
faced at one point of this Journey.
4. Akako Kaeppler author of “Hula Pahu: Hawaiian Drum Dances ”contends
that Kahiko can be easily recognized by its distinct characteristics:
a. First, performers wear serious, with unsmiling faces.
1). It is disrespectful to smile.
2). Dancers refrain from displaying emotions
b. They dance to chants and the rhythm is emphasized with a drum.
1). Their motions are stern.
2). Their motions are precise but not jerky.
c. The color of their costume usually represents the God,
Goddess or Royalty they are dancing about.
1). For example, red usually represents the famous
Goddess of Fire, Pele.
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2). Purple is sometimesused to represent royalty.
(Connective Link: Since we know a little about ancient hula, let’s turn to modern hula.)
B. The modern hula or ‘Auana has been around since the missionaries
arrived and has developed into a unique form of dance.
1. Keko Makaha, a local Hula authority, states in his book “The Hawaiian Hula”
that since the 1820’s, ‘Auana was aimed more toward entertainment.
a. The sailors and merchants recruited native dancers when
they ported in Hawaii.
b. They failed to understand the simple interpretive movements
of the dancers and understood it to be purposely attractive and
stimulating.
c. The visitors focused on mime rather than the spoken words.
2. The modern hula is another way of telling a story using the hands.
3. Most ‘Auana songs were stories of lovers or about the love and
beauty of nature.
a. Performers danced to songs sung in Hawaiian or in English.
b. These songs were accompanied by music played by the ukulele,
1). The ukulele is a Portuguese adopted instrument.
2). It can be described as a miniature guitar.
4. ‘Auana can be distinguished from Kahiko by its distinct characteristics.
a. The facial expressions are of joyous, devoted character.
1). Smiling is one of the most recognizable features.
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2). Conveyance of emotions through facial expressions
was common.
b. The hand motions are smooth and elegant balanced
with gracefully swaying hips.
c. The highlight of a dance was the visual quality of all
the movements flowing together.
III. CONCLUSION
A. Signal to Close (of Speech): Now we know how to identify the two Major Forms of
hula.
B. Summary Statement: Hula is a term used for referring to Hawaii’s folk dances.
The two major forms are the ancient hula or Kahiko and the modern hula or
‘Auana. Kahiko is now danced mainly as an art form or as evidence of ethnic
identity while ‘Auana is a folk tradition danced for entertainment.
C. Central Idea: Both ancient hula and modern hula have played an important role
in the history of Hawai’i.
D. Audience Response Statement: The next time you are watching a hula
performance see if you can identify which form it is — Kahiko or ‘Auana.
E. WOW Statement: (Chant) – E Ila no Kawika o ka heke ao vapua. Ea ea. Ea ea.
F. Thank you for your time and attention! Aloha!
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WORKS CITED
Barrere, D. B., Pukui. M. K., Kelly, M. (1990). Hula: Historical Perspectives
(Bishop Museum: Pacific Anthropological Records #30). Honolulu, HI: Bishop
Museum Press.
Kaeppler, A. L. (1993) Hula Pahu: Hawaiian Drum Dances (V. 1). Honolulu, HI: Bishop
Museum Press.
Makaha, K. (1976). The Hawaiian Hula Honolulu, HI: W.W. Distributors Ltd..
Punua, M. A. Kuulei (Kumu Hula) Hula instructor for fourty years. Personal Interview
at her studio on September 28, 1996.
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INFORMATIVE SPEECH DELIVERY GRADING SHEET
TIME LIMIT: 5-7 minutes
POINTS VALUE: 80 points
Name: __________________________ Date: _____________ Class: ___________________
INTRODUCTION: 15 pts.
_____ Included an attention getter
_____ Motivated the audience to listen
_____ Made purpose clear
_____ Introduced self
_____ Established credibility
_____ Previewed main points
MAIN POINTS: 15 pts.
_____ Easy to identify and follow
_____ Arranged in an effective pattern
_____ Included good transitions
SUPPORTING/RESEARCH MATERIAL: 10 pts.
_____ Included at least 1 strong verbal support for each point (3)
_____ Statistics
_____ Expert Opinions
_____ Comparisons
_____ Instances
_____ Explanations
_____ Fables/poems/rhymes
_____ Cited at least three sources during the speech (3)
_____ Included at least 1 effective visual aid (4)
_____ Interesting
_____ Easy to see
_____ Professional _____ Handled well
CONCLUSION: 10 pts.
_____ Signaled speech closing
_____ Summarized topic, main ideas and reiterated why the information is important
_____ Included a memorable closing statement that tied everything together, Thank You!
DELIVERY VOICE QUALITY: 15 pts.
_____ Relaxed, confident posture
_____ Made eye contact with the audience (did not read speech)
_____ Spoke using a conversational tone
_____ Spoke at an appropriate rate, volume, pitch, and emphasis
_____ Spoke without distracting mannerisms
OVERALL PRESENTATION: 15 pts.
_____ Suited to audience(of 4 adults for online)
_____ Spoke for 5-7 minutes
_____ Dressed appropriately
_____ Turned in a typed speaking notes/delivery outline
_____ Turned in a preparation outline that included all elements
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