Question

My English teacher gave us an assignment to write a 30-second, "all about me" speech to present to the class. The problem is, I just keep writing it like an autobiography. Also, everyone in our class knows everyone because it's the end of the year so I don't understand the point of the topic..

Answer 1

So can anyone sort-of guide me in writing the speech?

Answer 2

try to sum up your personality. Who knows, maybe they'll end up finding something out new about you... If you like writing it out like an autobiography, that's fine. just try to cut down any unnecessary words, or facts that you think would be a no-brainer to the rest of your class. afterwards, try to summarize it up into one paragraph. Unless of course you are a really fast reader, then I bet you can read your whole biography up in 30-seconds... lol :p

Answer 3

How long do you think it should be for 30 seconds?

Answer 4

@Mahina

Answer 5

I get points off if it is too short or too long..

Answer 6

it could be around a paragraph or a little bit more. although if you do decide to write more than a paragraph i would advise your regular paragraph to be around four or five sentences....

Answer 7

how fast do you read/or estimate you read?

Answer 8

Normal speed? I don't know how to describe that

Answer 9

We have to "project our voice" and have "voice control" so I guess it would be normal speed

Answer 10

So like 4/5 sentences in 30 seconds?

Answer 11

okay, then I would still recommend limiting your paragraphs to 4/5 sentences. if you still have extra facts you want to share then just try to combine you sentences/ sum it up...

Answer 12

Ok

Answer 13

just in case your teacher wants to see your speech, i would reccomend you be careful you don't write any run-on sentences......

Answer 14

Ok I will try to write it from what you said

Answer 15

Thank you

Answer 16

no problem, hope you get an A+!!!!!!!

Answer 17

So do I