 | Does this material have universal appeal? |
| Does this material have vivid verbal images created by skillful use of language on the part of the author? |
| Is there action which will create interest on the part of listeners? |
| Can this material be edited to conform to time limitations without damaging the integrity of the material? |
| Does the student who is going to interpret this material like, and identify with what is happening and how it "feels"? |
So that your presentation makes sense to the audience you could give an introduction background, introduce characters, and describe the setting. Read your story out loud so you can make sure it sounds good.
Have variations in the rate, of pitch and loudness have a direct relationship to the intensity of the action, the feelings of the characters and the relationships revealed among characters. Facial expression and gestures help also.
It could be helpful to video yourself to see how you do.