Elvis Presley started as a young boy performing. He won his first talent show at Humes High School(biography). He performed at many fairs(oldies). He loved and enjoyed music. In the beginning of 1955‚ he was on his way to be a professional singer(oldies). He signed with Bob Neal January 1st(oldies). Elvis is one of the greatest artist of all time.He had a humble beginning‚ but in the end he was the king of rock ‘n roll. Elvis’s was born January 8‚1935 in Tupelo Mississippi(U-S History). Elvis’s
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Elvis Presley responded to a non- conformist small-town background far more rebelliously. Whereas Williams created his own songs‚ mostly about broken loves‚ Presley used other people’s modes and manners to evoke an image of narcissistic self-esteem. Dressed extravagantly he brought it off because he had abilities to bolster charisma
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originally by Willie Mae “Big Mama” Thornton but Elvis Presley largely popularized it‚ through his cover. The song‚ although sung by two different artists‚ shares several similarities‚ such as having a similar lyric pattern and similar instrumental techniques. As for differences‚ when the song is sung by Willie Mae it has more of a blues feeling/rhythm. When Elvis Presley sings the song‚ it has more of a Rock ‘n’ Roll feeling/rhythm. Also when sung by Elvis‚ there is a faster
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Name:________________________________ 7 Steps to writing your Commemorative Speech Use the following questions to trigger your imagination regarding the person of your choice. Pick a person who has made a positive impact on your life that you wish to honor to your classmates. These questions simply serve as a method to make you think of things you want to mention. They also provide an order in which you can place your thoughts. 1. Who is the person you would like to honor with your words
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General Purpose To inform. Specific Purpose To inform my audience about what happens during acupuncture‚ how it works‚ what it can treat‚ and its use in Western culture. Central Idea Acupuncture is the insertion of needles into the skin that can improve the flow of energy‚ can treat a wide range of medical conditions‚ and is being used combination with Western medicine. Pattern of Organization Topical Introduction Six months ago‚ my 78-year-old grandmother was quickly losing her independence. Severe
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Title of Speech: Life and Legacy of Mahatma Gandhi General Purpose: To Commemorate Specific Purpose: To commemorate the legacy of Mahatma Gandhi Central Idea/Thesis Statement: Gandhi is considered to be one of the most influential and admired individual who played an important part in the independence of India Introduction Attention Getter: George Washington. What comes to your mind when I say that name‚ “First President of the United States” or maybe “Father of the nation”? Yes‚ to Americans he
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Commemorative speech about Michael Jackson My Favorite idol Special person‚ one of the greatest contributor to American pop music industry. Influenced billions of people worldwide with his many self-composed songs and dance moves Famously known to have changed his skin colour Won total of 13 Grammy awards (8 in one night during the 1984 Grammy award ceremony which earned him an entry in the Guisness world record ) A controversial figure. But let’s just focus on his achievements and his
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Sean Bishop Persuasive Outline Topic: Buy a Mac‚ Not a PC General Purpose: To Persuade Specific Purpose: To persuade my audience into buying an Apple computer rather than the more “mainstream” PC. Thesis: From security to simplicity‚ Macintosh computers prevail over PCs. 1. Introduction a. Attention-getter: For several years now‚ whether to buy a Mac or a PC has been a popular debate. We’ve all seen the humorous Mac vs. PC commercials. These ads produced by Apple display
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Michelle Penny 2/1/2012 SPC2608 Sect. 09 Introduction I. Throughout our lives‚ we meet all kinds of different people. Some of them may come and go out of our lives but you will always have a select few that remain in our lives for years to come. I have a very small select few people who have come into my life who have remained close to me and will always remain in my hearts‚ but there is only one who has made a tremendous impact on my life and helping me become the person I am today.
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INTRODUCTION I. (Attention Grabber) "Yesterday‚ December 7th‚ 1941 a date which will live in infamy the United States of America was suddenly and deliberately attacked by naval and air forces of the Empire of Japan." This was a speech that President Roosevelt delivered to the nation the day after the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. II. (Central Idea) The surprise nature of the attack‚ the viciousness of its execution and the searing death toll that mounted in a matter of hours‚ was certainly
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