How to write a perfect speech for any WAEC English exam

Do you know how to write a perfect speech for any WAEC English exam?

Do you know that speech writing can be simple at the JECE and WASSCE if you read this article to the end and master the tips shared here?

During the final year examinations, junior secondary and senior secondary school students write English Language as one of the basic subjects.

Sadly, many students make mistakes from the start to the end of their essay when they choose to write a speech, leading to low scores.

I studied English for over 15 years at the pre-tertiary level, and I have helped many students produce excellent essays of all types at the WAEC examination, be they junior or senior.

This article will explain how you, as a student, can effortlessly compose a flawless speech for any WAEC examination. If you follow the tips I share here, you will surely improve and become a master of speech writing.

How to write a perfect speech for any WAEC exam (English Language)

What is a speech?

A speech simply means a talk. Hence, to write a speech in any WAEC exam means writing out the talk you will give at a given function, but this time you must write it in an exam hall.

Any WAEC English Language examination may require you to write a speech. You could write a speech for any of the following events or celebrations.

A symposium or a funfair event.
At the installment of a chief.
We celebrate with speeches and prize-giving days.
At a farewell dinner for a teacher or a headmaster.
At a debate where you are the main speaker and just a speaker.
At a manifesto during school prefect selection programmes.

What are the characteristics of a good speech for any WAEC examination?

Students must know that a good essay must have an introduction, the body, and the conclusion of the speech. However, below are the details you must keep in mind if you choose to write a speech in the exam hall.

1. The speech’s title, or heading

The title of the speech is the first section of the speech.

It contains the letter’s subject matter, and you can craft it from the question you are answering.

You must fully write the title in capital letters and center it.

Use a ruler to neatly underline it.

The title must contain the following:

The name of the speaker.
The speech will take place at the designated venue.
The occasion where the speech will be read is important.
The speech should be delivered on the specified date and time.
The topic of the speech

The following is an example of a given speech’s title.

A SPEECH DELIVERED BY MISS BLESSING OKORO CLASS PREFECT OF LAGOS GILRS SCHOOL DURING THE SPEECH AND PRIZE GIVING DAY ON 30TH APRIL, 2024 AT 3:00 PM ON QUALITY EDUCATION, The Role of Parents

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2. The speech’s introduction

The speech’s introduction is the next section after the title. Before writing, it’s crucial to meticulously plan this section to guarantee it encompasses the essential elements mandated by WAEC. The introduction is the starting paragraph, and the candidate must often address the chairperson among other top dignitaries and the audience present.

Using the sample question above, let us look at a typical introduction.

A SPEECH DELIVERED BY MISS BLESSING OKORO CLASS PREFECT OF LAGOS GILRS SCHOOL DURING THE SPEECH AND PRIZE GIVING DAY ON 30TH APRIL, 2024 AT 3:00 PM ON QUALITY EDUCATION, The Role of Parents

Mr. Chairman, the Head Teacher, Distinguished Guest, Members of Staff, Fellow Students, Ladies and Gentlemen, I am excited to deliver this speech on this year’s graduation day of Lagos Girls School. This year’s celebration under the theme “Quality Education, the Role of Parents” is relevant in all respects.

Note that in the introductions, the mentioning of the dignitaries must all start with capital letters as used above.

3. Body of the speech

The body of the speech is where the writer expresses points that answer the questions. In the case of the example above, the explanations by the student on quality education, the role of parents, and what it means to students and the school will make up the body. This must have at least three paragraphs, with each paragraph explaining one of the reasons or points clearly.

Each of the paragraphs must often start with an address to the chairman and the audience. In the example above, the words Mr. Chairman, Ladies and Gentlemen will be appropriate.

4. Conclusion

To have a good conclusion to the speech, it is very necessary for the candidate to address the audience fully, as was the case in the introduction. The introduction and conclusion must have the dignitaries arranged in the order of their position at the programme. Always end the speech with a thank-you message.