Persuasive Speech Topic: Should the federal minimum wage be increased? Persuasive Speech–The purpose of this speech is for the students to change or reinforce their audience's attitudes, beliefs or va

[STUDENT NAME] [GENERAL SPEECH PURPOSE]

TRADITIONAL OUTLINE FOR PUBLIC SPEAKING

SPECIFIC SPEECH PURPOSE/GOAL:

AUDIENCE ANALYSIS:

Introduction of Speech

I. Attention Device Opener-Question, Statistic, Example, Story, to grab audience’s attention

II. Central Idea/THESIS- The main idea of your speech that is integrated into your introduction.

III. Specific Purpose/GOAL-To explain (inform, persuade, show, etc.) your topic with three main points that will become the body of the speech.

(ALSO PLAN TO INTERACT WITH YOUR AUDIENCE AND UNLOCK YOUR CREDENTIALS

Body of Speech

I. First Key Point – Write a sentence explaining what your first point is.

A. Story, statistic, research, reference, etc. about first main point.

B. Story, statistic, research, reference, etc. about first main point.

C. Story, statistic, research, reference, etc. about first main point.

(Transition Statement –Use your last point to transition to the Second Main Point)

II. Second Key Point – Write a sentence explaining what your second point is.

A. Story, statistic, research, reference, etc. about second main point.

B. Story, statistic, research, reference, etc. about second main point.

C. Story, statistic, research, reference, etc. about second main point.

(Transition Statement –Use your last point to transition to the Third Main Point)

III. Third Key Point – Write a sentence explaining what your third point is.

A. Story, statistic, research, reference, etc. about third main point.

B. Story, statistic, research, reference, etc. about third main point.

C. Story, statistic, research, reference, etc. about third main point.

(Transition Statement – Now make a transition to the Conclusion)

Conclusion of Speech

I. Review of Main Points - Recap your speech in a concise but creative format.

II. Final Thought - This should be a meaningful statement that will stick with your audience and give closure.