Questions to answer about the videos:

1. What does Ben Stein do (or not do) in the first video that illustrates what a dull speaker he is?

2. In the second video, what makes Neil deGrasse Tyson such a dynamic speaker? Also, why does he feel that studying math is so important?

3. What vocal techniques does Helen Mirren use to make the poem "come alive" in the third video?

4. In the TED Talk, what vocal techniques does Stacey Kramer use that make us want to listen to everything she says? Plus, what are the 'life lessons' she teaches us?

5. In the last video, what tips did vocal coach Shari Jeavons give to her client Esther to help her improve as a speaker?

6. Who is someone that you've met or have seen in a movie or show that spoke in a monotone? Please describe them and the situation in which they were speaking.

7. Do you feel like you need to 'spice up' your vocal tone a little bit? Why or why not?

videos:

1. This is a classic scene from an iconic 1980's movie called "Ferris Bueller's Day Off." The actor's name is Ben Stein, and he's known for speaking in a monotone. We all need to avoid talking like him! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyyAh2lQXF8

2. Neil deGrasse Tyson explains PERFECTLY why MATH is useful! #Shorts

3. Here's actress Helen Mirren reading poetry: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJb_zJbJ7FI

4.Here's a TED Talk by Stacey Kramer: the best gift I ever survived

5. Here's a vocal coach helping her client develop an "energized vocal tone":https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1gtMDX3dIKE