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Topic Speech Purpose (Thesis): After hearing my speech, the audience will: Outline I. Introduction A. Attention Grabber 1. Present one or two striking facts or figures. 2. Use vivid phrases to show how health, happiness, security, prosperity, chances for advancement, etc., are directly involved. B. Thesis 1. One sentence 2. Identifies the problem and states the solution The Body (the most important and longest part of your speech) A. Identify the nature and effect of the problem. 1. Use examples, illustrations, statistics, etc., to show how extensive the problem is. 2. Explain the causes of the problem. 3. Use examples, illustrations, etc., to show the problems effect a) on the audience b) on the audiences family and friends c) on the future B. Present the solution to the problem. 1. Explain the various alternatives to the problem. 2. Support your solutions with facts, figures, examples, testimony, etc. 3. Show how your solution is practical and realistic. C. Show the solution in terms of the future. 1. Project the audience into the future. 2. Paint them a realistic picture of the future if your solution is accepted and implemented. Conclusion A. Restate the main points of your thesis. B. Briefly mention the main arguments that support your thesis. C. Finish with a memorable statement.
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