Speech Quiz #4

This quiz is designed to work in conjunction with Al Pacino’s speech in the movie “City Hall.” Watch
the clip, and answer the following questions.

1. What is the hook used by the mayor in this speech?

2. Is this speech designed around logos, pathos, or ethos? Explain your reasoning.

3. What are some examples of pacing that the mayor uses to keep interest or emphasize important
elements in the speech?

4. How does the mayor use the coffin to frame his speech?

5. How does the mayor use his voice in the speech?

This section of the quiz is deigned to work in conjunction with Al Pacino’s speech in “Any Given
Sunday.” Watch the clip and answer the following questions.

6. What is the hook used by the coach in this speech?

7. Is this speech designed around logos, pathos, or ethos? Explain your reasoning.

8. What are some examples of pacing that the coach uses to keep interest or emphasize important
elements in the speech?

9. How does the mayor use the idea of hell to frame his speech?

10. How does the coach use his voice in the speech?

Part Two: Reflections

After you have watched both clips and answered the questions above, answer the following question
in essay form (1-2 paragraphs)

11. Compare the two speeches in terms of style; in what ways were they similar? Having seen
Pacino give speeches, what techniques does he like using to keep his audience’s attention? In
your opinion, are they effective? Explain your reasoning.
12. Compare the two speeches in terms of content. How focused were they? Did they stay on-
message, or did they wander around? Did their focus (or lack of it) affect your ability to pay
attention? Explain your reasoning.

13. Compare the two speeches in terms of structure. Did both speeches use the AIDA format? Break
each speech down into its AIDA components and explain what they were, or which ones were
missing.