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Why Are Some People Left Handed Speech

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For this exam, I elected to view the video “Why are some people left-handed? – James May's Q&A (Ep 39) - Head Squeeze”. Throughout the speech, I noticed there were both areas of strength as well as areas for improvement. In order to analyze and critique the indicated speech, I tackled it on the basis of different areas where I will address the related strengths and weaknesses. To begin, the speaker himself was quite entertaining. The speaker, roughly in his 50’s, presented himself in a casual manner wearing a black T-shirt with what appears to be some clip art with himself in the center. His shoulder-length grey hair appears to be groomed and matches his grey bushy eyebrows. Regarding the speaker himself, my suggestion would be to wear a …show more content…

The speaker made direct eye contact at all times unless his head was moving to place emphasis on what he was saying. Further, the speaker spoke loud enough to be heard and did not require me to turn my volume up super high while struggling to hear him. Additionally, the speaker utilized a good pace. He moved slow enough for me to comprehend everything he was telling me but fast enough so that I did not get bored and distracted. Finally, the speaker alternated his pitch throughout the speech which kept my attention. Overall, besides the previously addressed issues, the delivery of the speech was great! I would, however, suggest having more time of the speech spent face to face with the speaker for a more powerful speech. Throughout the speech, the speaker used nonverbal communication many of times. To begin, he was constantly using his hands as he spoke to place emphasis on what he was saying and draw the listener in. Further, his entire body moved as he spoke which shows the listener that he is interested and engaged in what he is speaking about. Finally, as stated above, direct eye contact was not lacking in this speech which gives the listener the feeling that not only is the speaker interested in what he is talking about but that they should listen to him because he is powerful and knowledgeable in this area. Overall, nonverbal communication was of quality but I would

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