Howard Hughes Tribute

Excite(Gain the audience's attention and introduce the topic in an interesting way)

If appropriate, start with a topic-unrelated high impact technique:

Today , flying from Paris to Moscow can be considered a routine trip. In 1938, no one could cross Germany through the air without the blessing of Adolph Hitler. Without his approval, any aircraft would be easy prey for his ravenous Luftwaffe. One man defied Hitler's authority and evaded his Nazi air force in pursuit of all things, a world record. This man's name is Howard Hughes.

Use a topic-related high impact technique:

Launch(tell the audience what they are about to hear)

State the specific purpose of the speech:

For my speech I have chose to pay tribute to Howard Hughes.

If appropriate, briefly explain how the topic-related high impact technique used in the excite step relates to the specific purpose:

The story of Howard outrunning the Nazi Air Force is true and

took place in the summer of 1938 as Hughes was attempting to break the world record of a flying around the world, which he beat by almost half.

If appropriate, define terms:

If appropriate, orient the audience to the topic by providing essential background information:

Howard Hughes was born in Houston, Tx on Christmas Eve of 1905 to Howard and Allene Hughes. Howard Sr. was the owner of Hughes Tool Company which owned some very lucrative patents for drill bits used in the infant oil industry. After his father's untimely death in 1924 Howard Jr took over the family business. It is true Howard Jr, was born into a wealthy family but, for Howard, taking over the family business was only a starting point and it is very likely he would have pursued his dreams with or without the silver spoon.

If appropriate, discuss topic credibility:

Why is he worthy of Tribute?

Howard was a pioneer in aviation, movies, business, communication and guidance systems, the founder of the HHMI and, the U.S. first billionare. His determination to overcome any obstacle to succeed is a prime example example of what america stands for.

If appropriate, establish your credibility as an authority on this topic:

Present a specific overview of the main points of the speech:

I will be going over some of Howards' most notable achievements some of which you may have heard of.

His accomplishments as an Aviator

Producing and Directing several films in the 20's and 30's

including Hells Angels and Scarface.He is credited with discovering several actresses from this timeframe in

Hollywood until the 1950's

The creation of the HHMI

If appropriate, tell the audience how you will be conducting a question and answer section and for how long:

Relate(give a purpose for listening)

Include a logical and motivational purpose for the audience to listen to the speech by stating how they can benefit from listening , by stating why the speech topic is important to the audience, and /or why the audience might find the topic interesting.

Use a transition into (or just after) stating the purpose for listening that focuses attention on the importance of the information:

Howard Hughes was one of the most influential and successful entrepreneurs of the 20th century who's health and mental problems overshadowed some of his achievements.

Honor-Two to Five Main Points(present the message to the audience)

Organize your main points using the rule of three and/ or parallel construction if appropriate. Use the subject or chronological method of organizing main points. Present your ideas in a clear and interesting way-develop your ideas with high impact techniquesthat are related to the needs and interests of your audience:

Personal obstacles:

Overbearing mother.

Obsessvive Compulsive Disorder

Otosclerosis

several accidents that resulted in what could be considered