Delgado Community College Rick Rigsby the Wisdom of A Third Grade Dropout Questions Watch the video and answer the ten questions. Upload your answers to Canvas by Monday, July 27, 2020.
The Most Inspiring Speech: The Wisdom of a Third Grade Dropout Will Change Your Life | Rick Rigsby
The Most Inspiring Speech: The Wisdom of a Third Grade Dropout Will Change Your Life | Rick Rigsby
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Watch the video and answer the ten questions. Upload your answers to Canvas by Monday, July 27, 2020.
Final Exam Public Speaking
Watch the speech by Rick Rigsby. Then answer the following ten questions.
Questions
Considering the various ways to gain the attention of the audience, which is the one Rigsby uses?
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What does the word “oxymoron” mean? Look up the definition,
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What is Rigsby’s thesis? State it in a single declarative sentence.
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Recall the four major purposes for a speech. Which one is the purpose for this speech?
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Rigsby has four degrees and his brother is a judge. Why does he claim his dad was smarter?
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Rigsby’s main points were excellence ought to be habit, always remember to be kind, never embarrass momma, make sure your servant’s towel is bigger than your ego, and if you’re going to do a job, do it right. Which one impacted you the most? Why?
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How does Rigsby describe the person who continuously grows his influence?
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What four terms did Rigsby say he graduated in?
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What sustained Rigsby when he struck rock bottom?
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What was the last lesson Rigsby’s dad taught him? Why is this final story significant for his speech?
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