In this speech writing assignment, you will research a problem, devise a solution, and persuade people to join your cause. Your purpose is to persuade your class and community to change their actions and beliefs about the problem you’ve identified. You will choose one of the following topics to write about: vending machines in the school cafeteria
required school uniforms
the use of technology in school, such as e-readers, phone apps, MP3 players.
free extracurricular school activities, such as running clubs, game clubs, etc.
After you have chosen your topic, choose a clear position either in support of or against your topic.

Write a 500-word speech in support of your position on your chosen topic. Make sure that you are using at least ONE of the persuasive techniques (logos, pathos, ethos). Remember that your position should be based on facts, not opinions. If possible, deliver your speech to your classroom, teacher, or parents to practice the public speaking strategies outlined above.

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sorry man i would go with the vending machines in school cafeteria and the use of technology in school, such as E-readers, iphone apps, mp3 players.

the correct answer is option d. the nature of democracy. on november 19, 1863, president abraham lincoln delivered his famous gettysburg address in gettysburg, pennsylvania. in his speech, rather than focusing on details of the war (soldiers, casualties, aftermath of battle), lincoln invoked the very nature of democracy, that power ultimately comes from the people, when stating, “government of the people, by the people, for the people shall not perish”. these words mean that democracy is a government by the people (citizens) in which the supreme power is vested in the people and exercised directly by the people or by their elected representatives for the benefit of all citizens. the survival of democracy in the united states is one of the reasons why this speech so significant today.

you have to write the essay, it counts as cheating if i do. so just use your brain; you're a smart kid. you can do it. : )

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nah. i'm good.