Grammarian (see further down for Gruntmaster)
The
grammarian is present to point out obvious and not-so-obvious
mistakes in word usage, grammar, and pronunciation. This applies to
all meeting participants except guests. Obviously, the person
appointed to this function should have a reasonable competence with
language.
At the Meeting
* Listen carefully and report on the following: -
- misuse of words - incorrect pronunciation
- poor sentence construction - excellent use of words
- cliches (overworked phrases or words)
* Time limit is 2-3 minutes.
Gruntmaster
This
assignment should be conducted from the lectern for a time of 2
minutes.
* Record all Ums, Ers, Ahs, stumbles, or any utterance that could be
considered a "grunt".
* When introduced by the Toastmaster, he/she fines members according
to his/her recordings with a maximum fine of 20 cents per member.
Request the Sergeant at Arms to collect the fines.
Gruntmaster Tally Sheet - Sample
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Name
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Ums
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Ers
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Ahs
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Others
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Toastmaster
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Warm-up
Master
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Table
Topics - name
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etc.
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