My first blog post was about Miss Teen USA contestant Caitlin Upton. The answer that she gave during her final question was an example of bad public speaking. Her answer only added to the typical beauty pageant stereotypes. She tried her best, but she was unprepared to answer the question.
I found a better example of beauty pageant answers from the 2008 Miss America pageant. I felt like all eight girls meant what they were saying. They answered their questions with confidence. They proved that not all pageant girls fit the stereotypes. This would be an example of good public speaking and also public advocacy because their speaking out about important issues. Throughout this course I learned to be confident when speaking and not to get too nervous. No matter what you have to keep going. You can't just stop speaking. Communication is an important part of everyday life.
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