March 2015 Speech & Essay Topics
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Essay Topic |
Speech Topic |
Plasto |
Michelle In the novel, “Olivia Sharp: The Pizza Monster” Olivia has a pet owl named Hoot. Just like Olivia, many people have pets in their homes. Do you have a pet in your home? If yes, give a detailed description about the pet! If not, what kind of pet would you like to have? Also, what do you think are the pros and cons of living with a pet?
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Michelle
Which holiday is the most important to you? What makes this holiday so special? What did you do last year during this holiday?
Give a speech about your favorite holiday!
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Intermediate |
Eric
We learned that Jane Goodall received the gift of a chimpanzee doll from her father, due to the excitement of the first chimpanzee ever born in England. Has there ever been an event like this in Korea that the whole country was excited about? Think of an event that, if it happened in Korea, would be very important for the country! Write an essay that explains the event and why it would be important for the country!
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Michelle
Some people believe that students should be given one long vacation each year. Others believe that students should have several short vacations throughout the year. Which viewpoint do you agree with? Use specific reasons and examples to support your choice.
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Advanced |
Eric
In Maniac Magee, the main character runs away from home in the first chapter of the story. He does this for many reasons, but the author seems to point to his Aunt and Uncle not talking, not sharing, and staying away from each other. Between friends, family, and other people we meet, why is communication important? Write an essay that describes your reasons. |
Eric
In unit 2 of our listening book, we discuss all different kinds of languages and what they are useful for. If you could speak another language fluently, which language would you choose and why? Which language would be the most useful to be a native speaker in? Think about all the different reasons why it would be a benefit to your life!
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Challenge |
Eleanor
Friendship: In the story, Bridge to Terabithia, the theme of friendship is emphasized. Jessie and Leslie are enemies at first, but later inseparable. What is the meaning of friendship to you? What are the responsibilities of friendship? Give examples and details from your experience to support your answer.
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James
The internet has significantly changed the way that we communicate with one another. Overall, do you think the internet has had a positive impact on communication and relationships? Please provide reasons and examples to support your response. |
Power |
James “I do not believe in a fate that will fall on us no matter what we do. I do believe in a fate that will fall on us if we do nothing.” RONALD REAGAN Do you believe fate can be conquered through our effort and actions as Ronald Reagan seems to suggest? Please provide reasons and examples to support your response.
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Eleanor
Why are first impressions important? Choose a person and write about three character traits to support your answer using details and examples. Explain why you chose those traits. Please be specific in giving examples in your speech.
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Master |
James
Consider the type of society that Jonas lives in, in which the citizens all strive to conform to the standards set by the Chief Elder. Do you think it is more valuable for people to fit in than to be unique and different? Please provide reasons and examples to support your response. |
Eleanor
Leaders & Power
Research: Research an important leader during American and European history. Choose three character traits to describe their leadership. Give examples of their experience and impact to support your answer. Please be specific!
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이전 | 봄 학기 2차 Essay & Speech Topics | 2015-04-08 |
다음 | 봄학기 정규 리스닝 파일 | 2015-03-06 |