Objective: To consider sex roles in public speaking through the conversational style of modern-day political rhetoric. Type of speech: Informative. Point value: 15% of course grade. Requirements: (a) References: 3; (b) Length: 5-7 minutes; (c) Visual aid: No; (d) Outline: Yes; (e) Prerequisite reading: Any biographical information found on the person that students are portraying, Chapter 11 (Brydon & Scott, 2002); (f) Additional requirements: None. This assignment requires students to research the biography of either a political candidate or a candidate's spouse, and structure this information in an informative way. Students then portray the candidate or the candidate's spouse and present the information at a "meet the candidates" forum in class. A list of references and suggested readings is included.