Advanced Manual Details: Interpretive Reading

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Read A Story Objectives:
  • To understand the elements of interpretive reading.
  • To learn how to analyze a narrative and plan for effective interpretation.
  • To learn and apply vocal techniques that will aid in the effectiveness of the reading.

Time: 8-10 minutes

Interpreting Poetry Objectives:
  • To understand the differences between poetry and prose.
  • To recognize how poets use imaginary, rhythm, meter, cadence and rhyme to convey the meanings and emotions of their poetry.
  • To apply vocal techniques that will aid in the effectiveness of the reading.

Time: 6-8 minutes

The Monodrama Objectives:
  • To understand the concept and nature of the monodrama.
  • To assume the identity of a character and to portray the physical and emotional aspects of this character to an audience.

Time: 5-7 minutes

The Play Objectives:
  • To adapt a play for interpretive reading.
  • To portray several characters in one reading, identifying them to the audience through voice changes and movement.

Time: 12-15 minutes

The Oratorical Speech Objectives:
  • To understand the structure of an effective speech.
  • To interpret and present a famous speech.

Time: 10-12 minutes

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