Book is called Black Boy
Due Apr 5, 12:40 P
In chapter 8 Richard Wright graduates top of his class from Junior High School. This is his last year of formal
education, education. He refuses to deliver the prepared graduation speech that his principal wants him to give
Instead he gives his own speech
Richard's speech, however, is not included in the book. Here is what I want you to do
Write the graduation (=valedictorian) speech Richard might have given. So you need to put yourself in Richard's shoes
(I=Richard).
Length: 5 paragraphs-introduction, 3 body paragraphs (past, present, future), conclusion
For your body paragraphs include what you have learned about Richard so far:
Pastwhat obstacles has Richard had to overcome to get to this point?
Present: what is Richard up to right now?
Future: where does Richard see himself in the future? How does he see society develop in terms of race relations?
Below find the features of a graduation speech:
Introduction: Addresses audience, includes an attention grabber; emphasizing the honor of giving the speech.
Body paragraphs: usually 3 part emphasis on past, present, future.