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For Undergraduates.

Course 1B: English Literature 1A (or its equivalent) prerequisite.
General principles of vocal and physical expression; individual training
before an audience in applying these principles through the interpretation
of standard literature and the delivery of original speeches;
class drills in vocal technic; class drills in physical technic; philosophy
of effective material for types of public address; analysis of literary
form distinctive in oral discourse; practice in writing public addresses;
specific principles of extemporaneous speaking; individual training in
extempore and impromptu delivery. May be offered as an elective
at large. Requires six hours of class room attendance each week for
two yearly sessions, but of preparation not more than two hours per
week. Limits the membership of a section to not less than eight or
more than fifteen. Section I. Daily 9-10. Jefferson Hall.