Speech forSpecial

Occasions

Speech of Introductiona short speech given by the

host of a ceremony that introduces another speaker.

Speech of Presentationthis is delivered when one is

presenting an award, a prize, or a gift in formal recognition of an accomplishment.

Speech of Acceptancethis is a response to the

speech of presentation in which one expresses thanks for being awarded.

Welcoming Speechdelivered to express pleasure

for the presence of a person, a group or an organization.

Speech of Tributeone pays tribute to a person

in praise of his/her accomplishments on the occasion of his/her birthday, assumption to office, retirement or demise (eulogy).

Commencement Addressthis is delivered by a

commencement speaker on graduation day.

Keynote Speecha conference or convention

usually begins with a keynote address which contains the objectives and contents of the conference and an overview of the entire proceedings.