Ms. Odom's Quotes
The Art of Public Speaking
So Fresh & So Clean (Hygiene)
Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence
Character Building
100
To exhibit proper etiquette at all times, you must view yourself as a "walking" one of these.
What is a billboard?
100
WARNING: Be careful not to use these while speaking.
What are filler words (ex. ummm, ahhh, like, you know, right, see what I'm saying)?
100
This is the minimum amount of times you should go to the dentist each year.
What is 1-2 times?
100
A person who is confident can respect someone else's one of these even when it differs from theirs. With high self-esteem, you learn how to respect this oppose to becoming angry.
What are (different) opinions?
100
Every scholar should have one of these who can give you good advice, help you prepare for the future and has a good reputation.
What is a mentor?
200
It should not be too fast and it should not be too slow. If you are truly a "leader" I'm sure you will remember this quote.
What is You are a leader, you set the pace?
200
Doing too much of this could make your audience dizzy while watching you as you deliver your speech.
What is rocking or pacing back and forth?
200
These are the three things you must use every time you bathe or shower. Cologne or perfume is optional.
What are soap, lotion and deodorant?
200
To build your self-esteem, Ms. Odom encourages you to look in the mirror and recite these words everyday.
What is I'm excited about your future?
200
These scholars were given a specific title by Ms. Odom, but were elected by you, their peers. Their job was to be a leader, resolve issues, make sure assignments were done and be an example of proper etiquette.
What are the Project Managers?
300
It's a simple word that, if you display this action in every situation you encounter, your outcomes will always be in your favor.
What is THINK?
300
You use this to keep your audience engaged in your speech and to make sure they are paying attention.
What is eye contact?
300
This is the proper time to floss each day.
What is after every meal?
300
This is the ultimate way to determine if you are truly a confident person. If you can be happy when a person does something well or is appalled for their good works you can do this. If you are a "hater" this is hard for you to do. Instead, you will talk negatively about them and try to tear down their accomplishment.
What is be happy for someone else, cheer, clap, tell them you are proud of them or good job?
300
This is an outward display of who you are. Some people judge your character based upon this. If it's sagging, they view you as a thug. If it's too tight or revealing they view not be respected. If they are dirty or wrinkled, you are viewed as lazy.You should choose this not based upon what's hot or how much they cost, but on your career goals.
What are your clothes?
400
These five principles of etiquette have been the foundation of Ms. Odom's instruction each week.
What are how you eat, sit, walk, talk and dress?
400
When these words are used some consider this a sign of a small vocabulary and lack of knowledge. It may cause people to negatively judge you. Some teens view it as cool to use these words.
What is profanity or cuss words?
400
These are the three steps you must do every time you wash your hands.
What are apply soap, wash thoroughly, then use a paper towel to dry?
400
Based upon the poem Ms. Odom read last week, this is the one thing you should NOT use to define who you are? It should be the icing on the cake.
What are your looks (being handsome or pretty)?
400
Even if you earn high marks and good grades in class, a bad one of these can keep you out of the high school and college of your choice. It can also limit your opportunities and give you a bad reputation. You can also find yourself unemployed when you become an adult if you don't get it in check now.
What is an attitude/temper?
500
When poor etiquette has been identified by Ms. Odom during class, this quote is what you should do to get back on track.
What is fix it (your behavior) or show how to display proper etiquette?
500
When writing and/or delivering a quality speech, it should have these four major points. You should follow the same format when writing an essay.
What are introduction, main idea, two supporting points or examples and conclusion?
500
This is the acceptable amount of time you should sleep on your bed linen before changing it.
What is once a week?
500
Every scholar should look for three of these that define your personality and should remind yourself of them when you are going through a rough period.
What are three positive words?
500
Doing more of this and less talking is an example of maturity and a true understanding of proper etiquette.
What is thinking?
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