What are four ways to use narrative effectively? Think about a speech either in class or outside of class where you heard narrative used in an effective way. Using the criteria identified in the text, explain how the speaker used two of the criteria effectively. (Note: You do not have to retell the narrative.)

What will be an ideal response?

To personalize a point, to challenge your audience to think in new ways, to draw your audience in emotionally, and to unite with your audience. See pages 107-109 for the criteria. Students should clearly illustrate the criteria as they discuss the speech that they felt was most effective in this area.

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a. the speaker’s remarks can be formal or informal b. it celebrates the winning accomplishment c. the speaker takes full credit for the victory d. it offers conciliatory remarks for the opponent

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