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English
Quarter 2 - Module 7:
Principles of Speech Delivery
(Part 1)

Name of Learner: ___________________________

Grade & Section: ___________________________
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Name of School: ___________________________
 What I Need to Know
CONTENT STANDARD PERFORMANCE STANDARD

The learner realizes the rigors The learner proficiently delivers

of crafting one’s speech. various speeches using the principles
of effective speech delivery.

Learning Competency: Uses principles of effective speech delivery focusing on

articulation, modulation, stage presence, facial
expression, gestures and movements, and rapport with
audience
Subject Matter: Principles of Speech Delivery Focusing on
1. Articulation
2. Modulation
3. Stage Presence
4. Facial Expressions
Learning Objectives:
By the end of the 5-day lesson, the Senior High School learner shall be able to:
1. determine the importance of articulation, modulation, stage presence, and
facial expressions;
2. use principles of delivery focusing on articulation, modulation, stage presence,
and facial expressions, and;
3. display understanding of the principles of delivery through writing some tips to
improve speech delivery.

In Modules 5 and 6, you learned about the stages of speech writing process.
Experts say that writing a speech is like planning an event for it needs thorough
preparation and a cycle of processes is needed to accomplish it.

The cycle of speech writing process starts with conducting an audience

analysis, determining the purpose of the speech, selecting a topic, narrowing
down a topic, and gathering data. These will be followed by selecting a speech
pattern, preparing an outline, creating the body of the speech, preparing the
introduction and the conclusion. The last part of the cycle is editing and/or
revising the speech to rehearsing. You also learned that everything can be
repeated if you feel that your speech is ineffective or if you are unsure of it.

However, here in Module 7 and in Module 8, respectively, you will be learning

about the principles of speech delivery. You have learned initially the concept
of public speaking in Module 4; but, in this module, you will be focusing
specifically on the major components and principles of effective speech delivery
such as articulation, modulation, stage presence, facial expressions, gestures
and movements, and rapport with audience. Moreover, this module centers the
discussion on the first four components of effective speech delivery, which will
require you to perform varied tasks in the activities given to be able to master
the skills of delivery.

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 What’s in?
Activity 1: Based on what you have learned in the previous lessons, list
five principles or characteristics of speech writing that you think are
essential for a student like you. Write them inside the boxes below.

Principle Principle Principle Principle Principle

1 2 3 4 5

Processing Questions:
1. What influenced you in determining your own five most important principles
or characteristics in speech writing?
2. What did you find difficult in the previous activity?
3. Did the previous module help you determine your five most important
principles or characteristics in speech writing? How?
4. Do you think other students will have the same principles? Why?

What’s New
Activity 2: Tick the column that determines how often you practice what
the statement say. Bear in mind that there are no wrong answers.

Statements Usually Sometimes Seldom Never

(3pts) (2pts) (1pt) (0pt)
1. I establish eye contact.

2. I adjust the volume of my voice

depending on the number of my
listener.
3. I pronounce words correctly.

4. I do not mumble or use “uhm”,

“ah”, or “like”.
5. I avoid distracting mannerisms.

TOTAL

GRAND TOTAL /15

Score Level of Proficiency

15-13 Advanced
12-9 Proficient
9-6 Approaching Proficiency
5-3 Developing
2 and below Beginning

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 How did you find the previous activity? What is your level of proficiency?
Were you able to reflect on your speaking behaviour?
According to Julian Treasure, your voice is a powerful instrument that can start a
war or make peace or change the world. Dr. Albert Mehrabian, in his study, also
identified that 55% of people pay attention on gestures, 38% on voice modality,
and 7% on the actual speech. Therefore, listener focuses more on the articulation,
modulation, stage presence, and other aspect rather than on the speech.

What Is It
What is articulation?

Articulation is the ability to physically move the tongue, lips, teeth, and jaw
to produce sequences of speech sounds which make up words or sentences. It
includes the utterance of words or pronunciation and enunciation.

Why do pronunciation and enunciation matter?

Pronunciation is how vowels and consonant sounds are formed. If a

speaker’s pronunciation is poor, perfect grammar, wide range of vocabulary, or an
excellent speech will be of no help. Enunciation is the clarity with which words are
uttered. If words are clearly spoken, they are easily recognized.
In order for you be proficient in pronunciation and enunciation, do the
following steps in your speech:
1. Write out difficult words by their sounds.
2. Look for these words and their pronunciation in the dictionary.
3. Read the speech several times before presenting.
4. Vary your speaking speed from slow to rapid.
5. Record yourself while reading.

Importance of Modulation in Speech Delivery

The most important thing in public speaking is confidence. Confidence can
be projected through your voice. Remember, voice is a powerful tool that can make
war or peace. With the use of voice modulation, you can convince people of your
beliefs or ideas. You can portray different emotions and catch attention. You can
be effective.

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Four P’s in Modulation
Pitch. This is the highness or lowness of the voice usually present when you
talk about something exciting or something serious.
Power. This stands for the loudness of the voice, where lung capacity is
enlarge through breathing exercise.
Pace. This is the speed of your speech, depending on the mood and
message you want to convey.
Pause. Pause is for effect, emphasis, and stress.
Exercises for modulation
1. Sing along with your favorite singer.
2. Pick a movie and practice some dialogue.
3. If your voice is low, do the loud reading.
4. Try to hum in different levels.
5. Say words using different vocal tones and emotions.
6. Identify the emotion in every words/sentence in your speech before
reading it.

Importance of Stage Presence and Facial Expression in Speech Delivery

Stage presence, on the other hand, is the speaker’s appearance,

movement, and projection on stage.

Here are some tips to develop a strong stage presence:

1. Get to know the venue, if it is a large or a small podium.

2. Distribute equally your weight on both feet

What includes a good stage presence?

Facial expression is a form of nonverbal communication. Examples are
happiness, sadness, anger, surprise, and others. When speaking, facial
expressions are used by speakers in order to convey emotions, because people
believe more on what is in your face rather on what you say.

Tips to Improve Facial Expression on Stage

1. Use the little lines around your eyes when you speak.
2. The lines must match to what you are saying.
3. Smile a lot.
4. Pay attention to your audience facial expression, too.
5. Practice in front of the mirror.
6. Record a video of yourself talking.

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Processing Questions:

1. What do you think are the causes of articulation problems?

2. Why is articulation important in communication?
3. Why modulating your voice is important in delivering a speech?
4. How can the stage presence of a speaker be improved?

What’s More
Activity 3: Recite the tongue twisters below using different speed (slow,
average, and fast) while facing the mirror, and make sure you pronounce
and enunciate the words clearly. Use the dictionary if you are not sure of
the pronunciation.

“Fred fed Ted bread, and Ted fed Fred bread.”

“If a dog chews shoes, whose shoes does he choose?”

Activity 4: On the left side are statements about modulation. Choose the
benefits of a well-modulated voice then write it in the burger organizer

Binds you and the audience.

Express emotions.

Shows confidence.

Allows to draw attention.

You pause to get rests.

You may be angry or loud.

Activity 5: In Column A are statements used by speakers. Match them

with the emotions found in Column B. Write the letter of your answer
before the number.
COLUMN A COLUMN B
__1. I don’t want anyone controlling me.
a. surprise
– Pres. Duterte
__2. It is more important to have a happy b. angry
life than a successful life. – Sen. Santiago
__3. We are not ready for the next c. happy
pandemic. – Time Magazine, 2020

__4. I know I am not an easy person to love. d. sad

I realize that. – The Catcher in the Rye
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Processing Questions:

1. How does ‘facing the mirror’ improve your pronunciation and enunciation?
2. What are other benefits of voice modulation can you think of?
3. Why are facial expressions of a speaker needed to reflect on his/her words?

What I Have Learned

Activity 6: Below is an indication that you can summarize the lesson
discussed. Write in your own words three tips for each of the following
components when delivering a speech. Ensure that these tips will help you
perform your speech delivery effectively.
.

ARTICULATION
1. _________________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________________

MODULATION
1. __________________________________________________________
2. __________________________________________________________
3. __________________________________________________________

STAGE PRESENCE
1. _________________________________________________________
2. _________________________________________________________
3. _________________________________________________________

Processing Questions:
1. Are you satisfied with your choices?
2. What are the factors that affected your choices?
3. Do you think other students of your level will have the same choices? Why?

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 What I Can
Do
Activity 7: Below is an excerpt from a famous speech. In order for you
to deliver it effectively, observe all the tips discussed. Record a video of
your performance, and do either of the following:

1. a. Request a family member or a neighbor to rate your

performance using the Rubric on Speech Delivery; or
b. You may rate yourself if A is not applicable.
.
“You men of the Lake, forgetting your ancient liberty, have submitted to
the Castilians. Such submission is sheer stupidity. You cannot realize to what
your surrender binds you. You are selling yourselves into slavery to toil for the
benefit of these foreigners.
Look at the regions that have already submitted to them. Note how
abject the misery to which their people are now reduced is. If you are no better
spirit than these, then you must expect similar treatment.
Sultan Kudarat (1638)
(a speech after his failed battle in Lamitan, Basilan)

Assessment
Directions: Read each question carefully and choose the letter of the
correct answer. Write the letter of your answer in the space provided
before the number.

___1. Which of the following includes in articulation?

a. pronunciation and articulators c. pronunciation and enunciation
b. pronunciation or enunciation d. enunciation and articulators
___2. The audience will most likely be _____ if the speaker mispronounced
words.
a. irritated b. confused c. captivated d. inspired

___3. Which of the following should you do to improve your articulation in

speaking?
a. Read using your eyes. c. Record yourself singing
b. Practice with an expert. d. Recite tongue twisters.
___4. Reciting lines using different speed level practice a speaker’s ______.
a. pace b. pitch c. power d. pause
___5. How will you deliver a sad news to someone?
a. fast b. high pitched c. low pitched d. monotone

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___6. Tommy was a soft-voice speaker wherein no one knows if he is angry or
happy. Which exercise should he start doing to improve voice power?
a. shouting c. reading with eyes
b. singing songs d. repeating dialogues from
movies
___7. Which of the following is NOT a benefit of a well-modulated voice?
a. audience pays attention c. emotions are present
b. confidence is radiating d. speaker maintains eye
contact

___8. Which is NOT a factor of stage presence?

a. facial expressions
b. speaker’s gestures
c. speaker’s actions
d. educational background

___9. This reveals the speaker’s emotions and signals the audience the
interpretation of the given message.
a. facial expression c. gestures
b. movements d. modulation

___10. In which of the following situations is it appropriate to smile?

a. delivering funny story c. stating statistics
b. stating steps d. thinking what to say next

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Rubric on Speech Delivery

Criteria 4 3 2 1 TOTAL
Eye Contact Maintains Maintains eye Only Has no eye
consistent eye contact with most occasionally contact
contact of the audience looks at
audience
Volume of Speaks loudly Speaks loudly Speaks softly Cannot be
voice and enough to be causing some heard
confidently to heard by most audience
be heard by audience. discomfort.
the entire
audience
Rate/Pacing Varies rate Uses appropriate Speaks too Rate
and pauses rate but may rapidly causes
for natural have some confusion
effect pauses that do for
throughout the not create audience
presentation distractions
Speech The speaker The speaker The speaker The
delivery demonstrated Demonstrated showed good speech
good stage occasionally delivery but was
presence, good stage needs to uninterestin
confidence, presence, improve in g
facial confidence, some areas. and not
expressions, facial presented
gestures, expressions, well
movements, gestures,
proper word movements,
articulation, proper word
and articulation,
appropriate and
voice appropriate
modulation. voice
modulation.

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Development Team

Writer: Mei Ann D. Comision

Titay National High School, Titay District

Editor/QA: Maricel Garcia-Bael, Ph. D., Master Teacher II

Reviewer: Evelyn F. Importante

OIC-CID Chief EPS

Illustrator:

Layout Artist:

Management Team:

Raymond M. Salvador
OIC-Assistant Schools Division Superintendent

Jerry C. Bokingkito
OIC-Assistant Schools Division Superintendent

Dr. Jeanelyn A. Aleman, CESE

OIC-Schools Division Superintendent

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My Final Farewell
And when the dark night wraps the graveyard
around With only the dead in their vigil to see
Farewell, dear Fatherland, clime of the sun
caress'd Pearl of the Orient seas, our Eden lost!, Break not my repose or the mystery profound
Gladly now I go to give thee this faded life's And perchance thou mayst hear a sad hymn
best, And were it brighter, fresher, or more resound 'T is I, O my country, raising a song
unto thee.
blest
Still would I give it thee, nor count the cost.
And even my grave is remembered no
more Unmark'd by never a cross nor a
On the field of battle, 'mid the frenzy of fight,
stone
Others have given their lives, without doubt or
Let the plow sweep through it, the spade turn it
heed; The place matters not-cypress or laurel or
o'er That my ashes may carpet earthly floor,
lily white, Scaffold or open plain, combat or
Before into nothingness at last they are blown.
martyrdom's plight, T is ever the same, to serve
our home and country's need.
Then will oblivion bring to me no
care As over thy vales and
I die just when I see the dawn break,
plains I sweep;
Through the gloom of night, to herald the
Throbbing and cleansed in thy space and
day; And if color is lacking my blood thou
air With color and light, with song and
shalt take, Pour'd out at need for thy dear
lament I fare, Ever repeating the faith that I
sake
keep.
To dye with its crimson the waking ray.
My Fatherland ador'd, that sadness to my
My dreams, when life first opened to me,
sorrow lends
My dreams, when the hopes of youth beat high,
Beloved Filipinas, hear now my last good-by!
Were to see thy lov'd face, O gem of the Orient
I give thee all: parents and kindred and friends
sea From gloom and grief, from care and sorrow
For I go where no slave before the oppressor
free; No blush on thy brow, no tear in thine eye.
bends, Where faith can never kill, and God
reigns e'er on high!
Dream of my life, my living and burning
desire, All hail ! cries the soul that is now to
Farewell to you all, from my soul torn away,
take flight; All hail ! And sweet it is for thee to
Friends of my childhood in the home
expire ;
dispossessed ! Give thanks that I rest from the
To die for thy sake, that thou mayst aspire; wearisome day !
And sleep in thy bosom eternity's long Farewell to thee, too, sweet friend that
night.
lightened my way;
Beloved creatures all, farewell! In death there is
If over my grave some day thou seest
rest!
grow, In the grassy sod, a humble flower,
Draw it to thy lips and kiss my soul so,
While I may feel on my brow in the cold tomb
below The touch of thy tenderness, thy breath's
warm power.

Let the moon beam over me soft and

serene, Let the dawn shed over me its
radiant flashes, Let the wind with sad
lament over me keen ; And if on my cross a
bird should be seen,
Let it trill there its hymn of peace to my
ashes. Let the sun draw the vapors up to
the sky,
And heavenward in purity bear my tardy
protest Let some kind soul o 'er my untimely
fate sigh, And in the still evening a prayer be
lifted on high From thee, 0 my country, that in
(This is the 1911 translation by Charles
God I may rest.
Derbyshire of the Spanish original of José
Rizal's poem, Mi Ultimo Adiós)
Pray for all those that hapless have died,
For all who have suffered the unmeasur'd pain;
For our mothers that bitterly their woes have
cried,
For widows and orphans, for captives by torture
tried And then for thyself that redemption thou
mayst gain.

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