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Grammarian
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To report in an
instructive way on the use of the English language as used during the
evening. You can bring up errors in grammar or particularly interesting
turns of phrase. Don't be backward in suggesting that a member made a
certain error. No speaker is perfect, and even the best will slip into
error or carelessness - so be prepared. |
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What to do during your assignment |
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Maintain a clear and
accurate record of each member's offences. |
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Listen for incorrect
pronunciations, poorly enunciated words, incorrect grammatical forms,
poor/faulty selection and use of words or phrases, (ab)use of clichés. |
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Listen also for
interesting turns of phrases, excellent use of words and picturesque or
descriptive language. |
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Do not apologise for
your own limited knowledge of grammar. Everybody is learning. If in
doubt about a point, ask someone. This will help everyone. |
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If you are mentioning
a grammatical error or mispronunciation, it is good to offer the correct
form. However, avoid lengthy explanations of fine points of grammar.
These will be lost on the audience, especially towards the end of the
evening. |
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When presenting your
report at the end of the night, avoid reading out all the names on your
list. Make it an exception report, noting only the most significant or
interesting. Keep to your time. |
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If the meeting is
running close to or overtime, make your report concise. |
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Hand back to the
person who called you to the front, either the General Evaluator or the
Chairman. |
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