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Format for Speech
What is a speech?
Speech refers to a formal address or discourse delivered to an audience.
Speech Writing - In an examination, nothing is written purposelessly. All the

writing tasks have a purpose. Before writing a speech, make sure you are writing
to inform people, to persuade them, to convince them, or to entertain them.
Clarity of purpose will ensure clarity in the choice of style and vocabulary.
Format for Speech Writing - In order to write a perfect speech, we must be well
acquainted with the topic and must possess a wide range of vocabulary, a
thorough knowledge of the subject, some research, and excellent organizational
skills. Here are the ideal format and tips to help you write your perfect speech.
A perfect speech must consist of:-
i. HEADING- The heading should be catchy and in not more than 5-6 words. You
can go as creative as you want with this one just make sure you do not devote
too much time to it in the exam.
ii. OPENING LINE- This includes salutations, introduction, and the topic. Make sure
you do not mention your personal details (name, school name, etc.).
Example- Respected Principal, teachers, and my dear friends! Today, I (the

name is given in the question) stand before you all to speak on the topic “(given
in the question)”.
OR you could start with a quote related to the topic and then go with the
salutations and introduction.
i. BODY- It is the main part of your writing piece.
ii. It is always prescribed that you begin with a short introduction on the topic, it’s
meant to be precise.
iii. Then you need to explain the current situation, the problems (if any), and
whether after any corrective actions, betterment in the situation has been
observed or not.
iv. It may include advantages/ disadvantages depending upon the topic in question.
v. Now here, it is important you follow a sequence. It is possible that you have too
many points or very few points. When you have a lot of varied points, it is better
you choose a few best ones and write a line on each. In case you have very few
already, explain them in at least two lines each.
vi. You have to strictly follow the prescribed word limit in a limited time frame so just
do not go on writing and writing.
vii. MOST IMPORTANT- Always begin with your strongest point. You can
accommodate the weaker ones in between and end with another strong point.
viii. Feel free to give your personal opinion in one or two lines.
ix. It is very important that you do not deviate from the topic. There are chances you
may get ideas linking from one to another that may deviate you from the main
point. You have to refrain from doing so.
x. SOLUTION/CONCLUDING PARAGRAPH- Now, it is to be remembered that
wherever you elaborate a problem, you always have to mention the steps being
taken to improvise the situation and suggest a few solutions as well.
Now, it would be great if you could add a few quotes relating to motivating the
people to take action.
Here also, the rule of STRONG-WEAK-STRONG applies.
i.Last but not the least, the concluding line, thanking the audience for their
cooperation and their patience. It is very important to conclude what you’ve
started. Never leave a speech or for that matter, any of your answers open-
ended.
Suggested value points:
• Importance of Cleanliness – School, home & Surroundings
• Present status
• Prevents diseases
• Need to practice?
• Reflects the character of the nation
• Benefits of Cleanliness
• Conclusion
Speech Writing Tips
Tips to attempt a question on Speech writing :-
1. Make sure you use language which is suitable for the audience you are
addressing to. Usage of complex vocabulary for addressing children is not
advisable.
2. Usage of quotes is highly recommended. Quotes can be used at the time of
commencement or as an ending statement. A quote in the middle of the speech
would also be fine.
3. Make sure you write in paragraphs.
4. Practice previous year question papers.
5. Read as many samples as you can. It will give you an idea as to how they are
actually written.
6. Read newspaper editorials or opinions. They give new ideas and opinions that
may help during exam.
7. Plan before you pen. Just make a list of all your important points on the rough
sheet (last sheet of your answer booklet) so that you do not forget relevant points
while writing. This also helps you in maintaining a sequence, which is very
important.
8. The presentation is very important.
9. Make sure you double-check for grammatical accuracy and spellings. They
carry marks.
10. Leave an adequate number of lines between paragraphs to make it look
clean.
11. Underlining the main points is very important. But it is advised to do it after
finishing your exam. Use a pencil and scale for underlining.
12. Always have a few general quotes in handy. They help in the presentation
and show that you’re prepared.
Speech Writing Examples
Speech writing Questions - solved questions
1. As Mukul / Mahima of Alps Public School, write a speech to be delivered

in school assembly highlighting the importance of cleanliness suggesting
that the state of cleanliness reflects the character of its citizens. (150-200
words) (10)
(CBSE Sample Question Paper 2018-19)
Answer:
IMPORTANCE OF CLEANLINESS.
In the words of the great John Wesley,
“Cleanliness is next to godliness”
Good Morning respected principal, teachers, and my dear friends. Today, I,
Mukul/Mahima, stand before you all, to highlight the importance of cleanliness.
Cleanliness is the state or quality of being clean or being kept clean. It is
essential for everyone to learn about cleanliness, hygiene, sanitation and the
various diseases that are caused due to poor hygienic conditions. It is crucial for
physical well-being and maintaining a healthy environment at home and at
school. An unclean environment is an invitation for a lot of mosquitoes to breed in
and spread deadly diseases. On the other hand, not maintaining personal
hygiene leads to a lot of skin problems and decreased immunity.
The habits learnt at a young age get embedded into one's personality. Even if we
inculcate certain habits like washing hands before and after meals, regular
brushing and bathing from a young age, we are not bothered about keeping
public places clean. For this, on 2nd October, 2014, the Indian Prime Minister
launched a nation-wide cleanliness campaign, “Swachh Bharat” to provide
sanitation facilities to every family, including toilets, solid and liquid waste
disposal systems, village cleanliness, and safe and adequate drinking water
supply. Teachers and students of schools are joining this ‘Clean India Campaign’
very actively with great fervour and joy.
Good health will ensure a healthy mind, which will lead to increased overall
productivity resulting in higher standards of living, thus developing the economy.
It will boost India’s international image. Thus, a clean environment is a green
environment with less people falling ill. Cleanliness, hence, is defined to be the
emblem of purity of mind.
Thank you.
2. You are Ali/Alia, Head girl / Head boy of your school. You are deeply
disturbed by the rising cases of aggressive behaviour of students in your
school. You decide to speak during the morning assembly about it. Write a
speech on ‘Indiscipline in Schools’. (150 – 200 words) (10)
(CBSE ALL INDIA Board 2017-18)
Answer
INDISCIPLINE IN SCHOOLS
It has been reported that number of fights and cases of bullying has gone up
tremendously in the last few months in our school.
Good morning to one and all present here. Today, I, Ali/Alia, your head boy/girl
stand before you to throw light upon the grave issue of “Increasing Indiscipline in
Schools”.
It has been brought into lime light that disobedience of teachers, bullying, fights
with peers, truancy and insults is becoming a common trend. Not only this, there
have been complaints of parents witnessing a shift in their children’s attitude.
This is resulting in a lot of children getting hurt emotionally, mentally and
physically. The impact this attitude is having on kids at early age is disastrous
and irreversible.
Not to forget the damage that has been done to the school property. Stealing
chalks, scribbling on desks, walls and washroom doors, destroying CCTV
cameras and the list goes on. By doing this, we are only letting us deprive
ourselves of the amenities being provided to us.
After a lot of meetings, lack of proper guidance, excessive use of social media
and peer pressure have been observed to be the root causes of the problem.
The counsel is taking steps to improve the situation. Life skill classes are being
made mandatory for everyone. Teachings will include counselling, motivation and
inculcating friendly values. Seminars for parents and students will be regularly
organised. A counsellor to help you all share your feelings, grudges and sharing
your personal problem is being made available. We are doing everything we can
and expect the same from you.
So, let’s join our hands together and build an environment where we encourage,
motivate, help and be kind to each other for we are good and civilised beings
capable of a lot of love.
Thank you.

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Speech Writing - In an examination, nothing is written purposelessly. All the

Example- Respected Principal, teachers, and my dear friends! Today, I (the

Speech Writing Examples

Speech writing Questions - solved questions

1. As Mukul / Mahima of Alps Public School, write a speech to be delivered

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