1. Purpose: to inform others of the qualities and interests of the person being discussed. Audience members then recognize common interests and have a basis for conversation when the new person begins working within the group.

2.  An introduction that clearly states the person’s name.  “Good morning Ladies and Gentlemen it is my honor introduce __________________.  1-2 minute body of the speech that gives the basic facts of the subjects life and two or three interesting anecdotes that reveal the personality.  A simple close that repeats the name: Ladies and Gentlemen_____________.

3.  Respond to the general interview questions with some detail that you would be willing to have shared and that will formthe basis of a good story. Meet with your assigned group and share the stories together.  Choose who will introduce whom in a round robin style of arrangement.  Write your speech about your assigned person in the basic format.  Read it over several times to become familiar enough to make eye contact while you present it.

4. Basic Biography:  Where were you born, how long have you lived here in Scott County? How many people are in your family- siblings? What is the age difference between you and your siblings?  Where did you attend Elementary and Middle School. What are your favorite subjects? Why?  What is one of the hardest things you have ever had to do? Why?  What one thing are you looking most forward to this year? Why?  If your house caught on fire, what one thing would you save and why?

5.  How would you like to spend your next birthday? Why?  What foods do you most love? Why?  What experience has left you with a feeling of amazement and awe?  What experience left you feeling proud?  What pet peeve makes you the most angry? Why?  What favorite holiday tradition would you like to continue in your own family?  What do you think your clothing choices say about your personality?