文档介绍：Inaugural Address
John F. Kennedy
Unit 4
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Teaching Objectives
To know the features of a political speech
To appreciate the language features of Kennedy’s address
To acquaint the students with some famous English speeches
To take this speech as a good example to learn some techniques in writing a speech
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Teaching Focus
The difference between a speech and an argument
Political background
Biblical and ancient Roman style writings and allusions
A round-about way in vague terms to convey political views which are not openly stated
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Teaching Methods
Teacher-oriented teaching method
Student-oriented teaching method
The elicited method
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Teaching Procedure
Ⅰ. Introductory Remarks
Ⅱ. Background Information
Ⅲ. Learning Focus
Ⅳ. Key words and Expressions
Ⅴ. Explanation of the Text
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Ⅵ. Division of the Text
Ⅶ. The Writing Style
Ⅷ. Rhetorical Devices
Ⅸ. Exercises
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Introductory Remarks
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Ⅰ. Introductory Remarks
J. F. Kennedy addresses a worldwide audience in his inaugural speech.
He makes a general statement of basic policy goals.
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The United States is prepared to pay any price, bear any burden, and meet any hardship to defend human rights, liberty and independence of free nations.
He addresses different groups of allied nations or would-be allies, as well as the United Nations.
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He turns to his enemy, warning that the . is prepared to oppose any foe at all costs, so they’d better negotiate and cooperate with ..
He appeals to his countrymen and citizens of the world for support and sacrifice in order to defend human rights and freedom.
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