EMCEE - Mr Asif
“Family First” Theme
Good evening, fellow students and lecturer.
Welcome to our English Class.
My name is [Your Name], and I am your MC for tonight.
Our theme tonight is “Family First.”
Family can mean the people we live with, the people who support us, or even the friends who feel like family.
Tonight, we will celebrate the people who help us grow.
Before we begin, I have a few reminders:
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Please silence your phones.
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If you need to leave the room, please do so quietly.
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If you are speaking, please come to the front and speak clearly into the microphone (if used).
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Please help create a safe and friendly space for everyone.
Now, it is my honor to start our meeting.
Ladies and gentlemen, fellow students,
Now we come to the fun and exciting part of our meeting: Table Topics.
Table Topics helps us practice thinking and speaking without preparation.
In life, we do this all the time—especially with family!
Sometimes our family asks us questions we do not expect.
Sometimes we need to make quick decisions.
So tonight, Table Topics will connect with our theme: “Family First.”
The goal of Table Topics is simple:
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The Table Topics Master will ask a question.
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A volunteer (or someone selected) will come to the front.
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You will speak for 1 to 2 minutes.
Don’t worry—there are no wrong answers.
Just speak from your heart.
Now, please help me welcome the person who will lead this part of the meeting.
Please give a warm round of applause to our Table Topics Master,
[Name of Table Topics Master]!
[Lead the applause and step aside]
“10
Tips for Better Table Topics”
🧠 Vocabulary
Help
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Word/Phrase |
Simple
Meaning |
Example |
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Audience |
The
people listening to you |
The
audience clapped after my speech. |
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Relax |
To
stop feeling nervous |
Take
a deep breath and relax. |
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Idea |
A
thought or plan in your mind |
I
have an idea for my answer. |
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Opinion |
What
you think or believe |
My
opinion is that holidays are important. |
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Related |
Connected
or similar |
My
story is related to the question. |
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Organize |
To
put in a clear order |
I
organize my answer using three points. |
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Creative |
Using
imagination or new ideas |
She
gave a creative answer. |
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Practice |
To
do something many times to get better |
I
practice Table Topics every week. |
🗣️ 10
Tips for Better Table Topics
Adapted
from Christopher Cox, simplified for English learners
💡 Reading
Text
- Don’t Panic
Everyone in the audience understands you. They have all done Table Topics before.
Relax — they want you to do well. - Give Yourself Time
Take a few seconds to breathe and think.
Walk slowly to the front, smile, and repeat the question.
If you don’t have an idea yet, talk a little about something related. - Use the First Idea You
Get
When a small idea comes to your mind, use it!
Don’t wait for a “better” idea. Start speaking — more ideas will come. - Say Your Opinion Early
Begin with your opinion or answer.
Example: “My favorite holiday is Christmas because…” - Use the Rule of Three
Give three short reasons or points.
Example: “There are three reasons why I love Christmas…” - Ask the Six Questions
If you are stuck, ask yourself:
What? Why? When? How? Where? Who?
These help you organize your answer. - Know When to Stop
Don’t talk too long.
Finish with one strong sentence and smile. - Prepare a Little
Beforehand
If you know the meeting theme, think of a few stories or examples before the meeting. - Use Your Own Experiences
Tell a short story from your life.
It makes your answer more interesting and real. - Be Creative or Funny
Try something new or different!
You can be silly, tell a joke, or give a surprising answer.
This makes your audience remember you.
Bonus
Tip: Keep practicing!
The more you do Table Topics, the easier it gets.
📘 Comprehension
Questions
- What should you do if you
feel nervous?
- Why is it good to use your
first idea?
- How many points should you
give when using the “rule of three”?
- What are the six question
words that can help you?
- Why is it good to share
your personal stories?
- What can you do to make
your answer fun or interesting?
- What happens when you keep
practicing?
👉 Use these steps:
- Breathe and smile.
- Start with your opinion.
- Use the rule of three.
- End with a strong sentence.
How to Give Good Feedback for Table Topics
Easy English • For New English Speakers
Giving feedback is an important part of Toastmasters.
Feedback helps speakers improve and feel more confident.
Here are simple tips to help you give good, clear feedback.
1. Start with Something Positive
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Begin with one good thing the speaker did.
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This helps the speaker feel safe and supported.
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Easy examples:
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“You smiled.”
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“Your idea was clear.”
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“You spoke with energy.”
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“I liked your beginning.”
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2. Give One Simple Suggestion
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Choose only one thing the speaker can do better next time.
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Keep the suggestion short and easy to understand.
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Do not give too many ideas at once.
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Easy examples:
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“Try to speak a little louder.”
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“Try to pause more.”
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“Speak a little slower.”
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“Use your hands to show feeling.”
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3. Be Kind and Respectful
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Use friendly words.
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Do not say anything that can hurt feelings.
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Think: “How can I help this person grow?”
4. End with Encouragement
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Finish with positive words.
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This helps the speaker feel confident to try again.
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Easy examples:
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“Good job.”
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“You are improving.”
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“Keep practicing.”
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“I look forward to your next Table Topic.”
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5. Keep It Short
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Table Topics feedback does not need to be long.
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20–30 seconds is enough.
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Use one positive point + one suggestion + one encouragement.
6. Example of Simple Feedback
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“You smiled and looked at the audience.
One thing to try is speaking a little slower.
Good job—keep going!”
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