SPEECH: Cyndi Lauper at the 2010 amfAR New York Inspiration Gala at New York NY.

The speaker begins with casual remarks and thanks the audience for supporting Amphar. They recount their involvement in the first Amphar event in 1985, organized by Elizabeth Taylor and Matilda, where they performed with Rod Stewart. The speaker shares a personal anecdote about purchasing a coat at an AIDS benefit. The talk concludes with acknowledgments of Ricky and John's contributions to the community.

What does the speaker initially talk about before formally greeting the audience?

• Their favorite movie

• Food choices

• A book they read

• A recent trip

In what year did the speaker first participate in an Amphar event?

• 2000

• 1990

• 1985

• 1975

Who were the organizers of the first Amphar benefit mentioned by the speaker?

• Elizabeth Taylor and Matilda

• Ricky and John

• John Paul Gaultier and Ricky

• Rod Stewart and Diane

What item did the speaker purchase at a benefit event for AIDS?

• A pair of glasses

• A hat

• A coat

• A painting

Who does the speaker thank for their contributions to the community?

• Elizabeth and Matilda

• Ricky and John

• Rod and Diane

• John Paul and Elizabeth