Introduction
Good evening everyone! I’d like to share a folktale with you all today that I heard many years ago. It’s a story about perseverance and staying strong in the face of adversity. It’s a story that has been passed down and retold for many generations.
The Story
Once upon a time, there was a small village at the foot of a mountain. They lived in harmony and contentment until one day a dragon appeared at the top of the mountain and began spewing fire and smoke into the sky.
The dragon’s presence caused fear and panic amongst the villagers. They were desperate to find a way to get rid of the dragon, but no one knew how.
Then one day, a brave villager stepped forward and offered to help. Everyone was skeptical and tried to talk him out of his plan. But despite all the warnings, the villager was determined to take on the dragon.
He set off on his journey and climbed to the top of the mountain. He could see the dragon in the distance, but he was undeterred. He drew his sword and bravely charged forward.
The fight between the villager and the dragon lasted for hours. The villager was exhausted and battered, but he never gave up. He eventually managed to defeat the dragon and the village was saved.
The villager returned to the village triumphant and he was greeted with cheers and jubilation. He quickly became a hero in the village and his motto became a source of inspiration for everyone. The motto was simple yet powerful: “Never retreat. Never explain. Get it done and let them howl.”
The Moral of the Story
This story teaches us that no matter how difficult the challenge, we must never give up. It also reminds us that we should never be afraid to take risks and face our fears. We must have courage and faith in ourselves, and never be deterred by criticism or doubt from others.
We should strive to live by the motto of the brave villager: “Never retreat. Never explain. Get it done and let them howl.”
Conclusion
So, I hope this story has inspired you to stay strong and never give up. Believe in yourself and have faith in your abilities. You are capable of achieving great things and you should never be afraid to take risks.
Thank you for listening to my story. I wish you all the best in your endeavors and may you always stay true to the courage of the brave villager.
Goodnight!
Feedback for the Speaker
I appreciate the effort you put into your speech. It was engaging and informative. You managed to capture the audience’s attention from the start and deliver a meaningful message at the end. Here are some of the strengths of the speech and areas of improvement that can be considered for future speeches.
Strengths of the Speech
Use of Storytelling
The use of storytelling was effective and engaging. It created a vivid image of the situation and gave life to the characters and the message. This technique enabled you to draw the audience in, and keep them hooked throughout the speech.
Purposeful Message
The purpose of the speech was clear and the message was conveyed effectively. Your use of strong language and imagery helped to communicate the message powerfully. This enabled the audience to take away an important lesson from the story.
Areas of Improvement
Structure
The structure of the speech could be improved. You could have added a few more points of discussion to break down the story into further parts. This would have allowed you to provide more insight and detail into the story. For example, you could have spoken more about the villager’s journey to the top of the mountain and the struggles he faced during the fight with the dragon.
Language
You could have used more powerful language to drive your message home. Using more descriptive words to describe the situation would have helped to engage the audience further. For example, instead of saying “The fight between the villager and the dragon lasted for hours”, you could have said “The villager valiantly fought the dragon for what seemed like an eternity”.
Overall, your speech was engaging and inspiring. You managed to capture the audience’s attention and deliver a powerful message. I’m sure with some minor adjustments to the structure and language, your speech can be even more impactful. Keep up the great work!