Informative speech about kenya

5-7 minute informative speech

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-audience analysis

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Informative Speech/Country Choice Outline Example Three Topic: Cuba General Purpose: To Inform Specific Purpose: By the end of my speech, my audience will know more about the Cuban culture. Cuba Introduction When I hear someone mention the country of Cuba the first things that come to my mind are good food, communism, and Ricky Ricardo. 2. Today I will share with you how there is so much more to this country than its Communist Party and a character on a TV show. mMy husband's parents were both bom in Cuba, so I have heard interesting stories about this beautiful country as well as experienced a lot of their culture through my interaction with his extended family. w. First, I'll tell you a little bit about Cuba. Second, I'll tell you about how one may visit there and things you should know before doing so. Lastly, I'll tell you more about the culture and lifestyle of a Cuban citizen. Let me begin by telling you more about Cuba itself. Body Cuba is an archipelago of two main islands, Cuba and Isla de la Juventud, or "Isle of Youth". A. It is located approximately 90 miles south of the United States. For comparison's sake, it is nearly as big as the state of Pennsylvania. 2. More than half of the country is covered in low hills and fertile valleys. B. Cuba has a year round moderate climate. 1. The average annual temperature is 75 degrees. 2. The "Land and Climate" section on Cuba, by CultureGrams World Edition, says that May through October is considered their wet season when rain and hurricanes are more frequent C. Unlike the US, Cuba is a socialist state operating under the 2 C. Unlike the US, Cuba is a socialist state operating under the Communist Party Well known Cuban President Fidel Castro stepped down in 2006 due to health reasons, and his brother Raul Castro replaced him. 2 Raul Castro introduced reforms to help stimulate the Cuban economy. D. In a section on the "Government in Cuba, by CultureGrams World Edition, Raul has announced plans to retire in 2018 and his current vice president Miguel Diz-Canel will take over. 1 Now, my goal was to tell you about how you may visit Cuba and what you should know before doing so. I must warm you that this has very recently changed. Technically it is illegal for a US citizen to travel to Cuba for vacation purposes, however there were some exceptions to be able to travel to the country legally (Higgins). Prior to this discontinued program, US citizens could sign up for an authorized program to travel to Cuba. 1. People-to-people trips to Cuba were not a typical vacation. They focused on interaction with the local citizens and exposure to the Cuban culture (CultureGrams). 2. Unfortunately, according to Pete Kasperowicz's article, "Cuba shuts down US travel visas," on The Hill website. Cuba decided on February 14 of this year to put an end to these trips and shut down US travel visas. B. For the time being only humanitarian travel to the country will be allowed 1. This type of travel is specific to trips that are promoting the welfare of the Cuban citizens or advancement of their social reforms. 2. There are several mission and religious groups that support these types of trips. Finally, I want to share more about the Cuban culture and lifestyle with you There are several ethnic groups that inhabit Cuba, so the culture is integrated and influenced. A Most of the population - approximately 65 percent - is of white Spanish descent. 1. According to a CultureGrams section on "Language" in Cuba, Spanish is the official language, but English is a required course of study in their schools. 2. In contrast to other Latin American countries, most citizens do not show a preference for an organized religion. Most are Catholic, but very few practice the religion. TIG pougon, friendly, and , family oriented 1. Festivals, music, and dancing are commonly enjoyed 2 Cubans are hospitable and enjoy hosting guests and providing them with meals while entertaining. Popular foods include rice and beans, plantains, mangoes, and flan Cuba is a collectivistic culture. Family ties are strong and multigenerational families normally live together and help each other raise the children c When it comes to communication their energy is evident as well. Hand gestures are often used to express emotions and liven up conversation. 2 Cubans often interrupt those who are speaking, but it is not meant to be offensive. Additionally, eye contact is important and the preferred space ranges from intimate to personal D. Extracurricular activities are popular as well. Baseball is the most popular sport 2 Dominoes are a popular game played in the home. Vacations most often consist of leisure time on the beaches of Cuba in the summer as well as camping As you can see, there is much more to Cuba than its communist party and Ricky Ricardo Conclusion First I told you more about Cuba's geography and government. Second I told you what visiting this country would entail. Finally, I shared with you more about this country's people and their culture. 1. After hearing all of this I hope that you now have a better understanding of how Cuba is a beautiful country with a unique, energetic culture Works Cited "Cuba." CultureGrams Online Edition. ProQuest, 2014. Web. 17 Apr 2014 Kasperowicz, Pete. Cuba shuts down US travel visas. The Hill 15 Feb. 2014. Web. 16 Apr. 2014. Higgins, Michelle. New Ways to Visit Cuba - Legally. New York Times. 30 Jun 2011. Web. 17 Apr 2014